ravissant
ravishing / stunning / lovely
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ʁa.vi.sɑ̃/
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Cultural Note
The word 'ravissant' literally means 'kidnapping' (from 'ravir' — to snatch away), suggesting someone so beautiful they could steal your breath away. It's a particularly elegant compliment in French, more refined than 'beau/belle,' and is often used to compliment someone's overall appearance — outfit, hair, and presence combined.
📝 Example Sentences
Tu es ravissante ce soir, j'adore ta robe.
You look ravishing tonight, I love your dress.
Elle a un sourire ravissant qui illumine la pièce.
She has a ravishing smile that lights up the room.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | ravissante |
| masculine | ravissant |
| feminine_plural | ravissantes |
| masculine_plural | ravissants |