Ce (en. These)

θe

Meaning & Definition

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pronoun

It is used to identify or point out an object or a person.

This book is interesting.

Ce livre est intéressant.

Indicates a specific subject or thing in speech.

This boy is very nice.

Ce garçon est très gentil.

Used to refer to an idea or concept that has been previously mentioned.

I don't like this movie.

Je n'aime pas ce film.

From Latin 'iste, ista, istud', which indicates proximity or belonging.

what is

ce qui est

at that moment

à ce moment-là

it's not serious

it is not serious

ce n'est pas grave

that

indicates distance or more abstract reference

cela

this

refers to something that is present or imminent

ceci

Reference to something obvious.

This is a mockery!

Ce est une dérision!

Used to emphasize or call attention.

What you're doing there is crazy!

Ce que tu fais là est fou!