French is the language of romance; the voice and accent come together from the tongue to create a feeling of love. Even sad songs can sound like love songs to non-French speakers. What better phrase to learn how to speak French than something as beautiful as the language itself?
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Method 1 of 2: Telling Women
Step 1. Tell a woman that she is beautiful with "Tu es belle"
Literally, this phrase translates to “You are beautiful”. The first part, "tu es" means "you" and the word "belle" means "beautiful".
"Tu es belle" is pronounced as "Tu e bel"
Step 2. Use the official phrase "vous tes belle" when talking to superiors, older people, or certain people
"Vous" is the official version of "tu" and is used in "polite" conversation. While there are no specific, strict rules regarding the use of the word "vous", a good rule of thumb is to use it for anyone you call "Nona" or "Mrs." in Indonesian.
- Pronounce this phrase as "vuz et bel".
- Note that there is no "s" sound at the end of the word "belle" when speaking to someone.
Step 3. Tell some women that they are beautiful by saying "Vous tes belles"
This is the plural of the equation, but the meaning remains the same. Note that you can't just add an "s" to "belles". You should also use the plural for “you” -- “Vous tes”.
Pronounce this phrase as "vuz et bel"
Step 4. Learn the synonyms of the word “beautiful” in French
If you want to add to your romantic vocabulary, there are many words you can use to replace the word "belle". Try these phrases by inserting them into the phrase "Tu es _" or "Vous tes _":
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Jolie:
Beautiful
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Mignonne:
Cute, sweet
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Superbe, Splendide:
So pretty
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Seduisante:
Alluring or attractive
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Une jolie femme:
A beautiful woman.
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Tu es la plus belle fille que j'ai jamais vue:
You are the most beautiful woman I have ever seen..
Method 2 of 2: Telling Men
Step 1. Tell a guy he is “beautiful” with “Tu es beau”
The masculine form of the word for “beautiful” is “beau”. Beau has the same meaning as the feminist word "belle," but it is a masculine version of the word.
- Pronounce this phrase as "tu e bu".
- "Beau" is often translated as "handsome" when talking about a man.
Step 2. Use the official phrase "vous tes beau" when talking to superiors, older people, or certain people
"Vous" is the official version of "tu" and is used in polite conversation. While there are no specific and strict rules regarding the use of the word "vous", a good rule of thumb is to use it for anyone you call "Master" in Indonesian.
Pronounce this phrase as "vu e bu". The "s" is not heard
Step 3. Tell some guys that they are “beautiful” or handsome by saying “Vous tes beaux”
This is the plural of the equation, but the meaning remains the same. To make the word end in the plural "au", you must add an "x", making it "beaux". You should also use the plural of the word “you” -- "Vous tes _".
Pronounce this phrase as "vu e bu". The letter "x" is not heard
Step 4. Learn the synonyms of the word “beautiful/handsome” in French
If you want to add to your romantic vocabulary, there are many words you can use to replace the word "belle". Try these phrases by inserting them into the phrase "Tu es _" or "Vous tes _":
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Jolly:
Handsome
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Mignons:
Cute, sweet
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Superb, Splendid:
Very handsome
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Seduisant:
Alluring or attractive
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Un bell homme:
A handsome man.
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Tu es le plus beau garçon que j'ai jamais vu:
You are the most handsome man I have ever seen.
