Très-bon (en. Very good)
/tʁɛ bɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Indicates excellent quality.
This cake is very good.
Ce gâteau est très bon.
Expresses a positive assessment.
The movie was very good, I loved it.
Le film était très bon, j'ai adoré.
Used to praise something.
The service in this restaurant was very good.
Le service dans ce restaurant était très bon.
Etymology
The word 'très' comes from the Latin 'trentus' meaning 'very', and 'bon' comes from the Latin 'bonus' meaning 'good'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
very good to eat
Delicious, flavorful.
très bon à manger
very good musician
A high-level musician.
très bon musicien
very good movie
A high-quality film.
très bon film
Related Words
good
Of satisfactory quality.
bon
well
In a correct or adequate manner.
bien
better
Of superior quality compared to something else.
mieux
Slang Meanings
It's awesome
This dish is awesome.
Ce plat, c'est de la bombe.
It's top
This concert was top!
Ce concert était top!