Useful phrases in French: Describing people
Being able to describe people is an essential skill in any language. Whether you are describing a friend, family member, or a stranger, having the right vocabulary and phrases can help you express yourself more accurately and effectively.
In this lesson, we will take a look at some useful phrases in French for describing people.
“Il/Elle est…” (He/She is…)
This is a simple and straightforward way to start a description of a person. For example, “Il est grand et brun” (He is tall and dark-haired).
“Il/Elle a les yeux…” (He/She has…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s eye color. For example, “Elle a les yeux verts” (She has green eyes).
“Il/Elle a les cheveux…” (He/She has…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s hair color and style. For example, “Il a les cheveux noirs et courts” (He has short black hair).
“Il/Elle est de taille moyenne/grande/petite.” (He/She is of average/tall/short height.)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s height. For example, “Elle est de taille moyenne, environ 1,65 mètre” (She is of average height, around 1.65 meters).
“Il/Elle a l’air…” (He/She looks…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s overall appearance. For example, “Il a l’air sympathique” (He looks friendly).
“Il/Elle est d’origine…” (He/She is of…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s ethnic or national origin. For example, “Il est d’origine italienne” (He is of Italian origin).
“Il/Elle est bien habillé(e).” (He/She is well-dressed.)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s clothing style. For example, “Elle est bien habillée, avec une robe élégante” (She is well-dressed, wearing an elegant dress).
“Il/Elle a un sourire…” (He/She has a…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s smile. For example, “Elle a un sourire charmant” (She has a charming smile).
“Il/Elle est très….” (He/She is very…)
This sentence is used to emphasize a particular characteristic of a person. For example, “Il est très drôle” (He is very funny).
“Il/Elle a un caractère…” (He/She has a…)
This sentence is used to describe a person’s personality. For example, “Elle a un caractère fort et déterminé” (She has a strong and determined personality).
In conclusion, these are some useful phrases in French for describing people. By learning these phrases, you can better express yourself when describing people in French and communicate more effectively with others. Describing people is a common and important part of daily conversation, and with these phrases in your repertoire, you’ll be better equipped to engage in meaningful conversations and expand your network.