gentil
kind, nice
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ʒɑ̃.ti/
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Cultural Note
In French, 'gentil' is one of the most common compliments. However, calling someone 'gentil' can sometimes be seen as lukewarm praise — implying they are nice but unremarkable. Context and tone matter greatly.
📝 Example Sentences
Il est très gentil avec tout le monde.
He is very kind to everyone.
C'est gentil de ta part.
That's nice of you.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | gentille |
| masculine | gentil |
| feminine_plural | gentilles |
| masculine_plural | gentils |