délicieux
delicious
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/de.li.sjø/
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Cultural Note
French food vocabulary is rich with nuance. While 'délicieux' is the strongest compliment for taste, the French also use 'savoureux' (savory/flavorful), 'succulent' (succulent), and 'exquis' (exquisite) to describe exceptional food.
📝 Example Sentences
Ce gâteau au chocolat est absolument délicieux.
This chocolate cake is absolutely delicious.
Les fraises du marché sont délicieuses en été.
The strawberries from the market are delicious in summer.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | délicieuse |
| masculine | délicieux |
| feminine_plural | délicieuses |
| masculine_plural | délicieux |