un compliment
a compliment
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/kɔ̃.pli.mɑ̃/
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Cultural Note
Compliments in France tend to be more subtle and poetic than in many other cultures. Rather than blunt statements like 'you're hot,' the French prefer remarks about specific features — eyes, smile, elegance, or style. The phrase 'faire un compliment' (to pay a compliment) uses the verb 'faire' rather than 'donner.'
📝 Example Sentences
Il lui fait toujours de beaux compliments.
He always pays her beautiful compliments.
Le meilleur compliment qu'on m'ait jamais fait, c'est que j'avais de beaux yeux.
The best compliment I've ever received was that I had beautiful eyes.