élégant
elegant; stylish
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/e.le.ɡɑ̃/
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Cultural Note
Elegance is a cornerstone of French fashion philosophy. 'L'élégance à la française' emphasizes understated sophistication, quality fabrics, and a curated wardrobe over trendy fast fashion. Coco Chanel famously said, 'Elegance is refusal.'
📝 Example Sentences
Il est toujours très élégant.
He is always very stylish.
Elle portait une tenue élégante pour la soirée.
She wore an elegant outfit for the evening.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | élégante |
| masculine | élégant |
| feminine_plural | élégantes |
| masculine_plural | élégants |