Meaning
To have a natural talent or a particular style for something.
Cultural Background
In France, 'chic' is a lifestyle. It implies not trying too hard. Used similarly, but sometimes with more emphasis on the 'knack' aspect.
Remember the 'pour'
Always follow 'le chic' with 'pour' when you describe an action.
Meaning
To have a natural talent or a particular style for something.
Remember the 'pour'
Always follow 'le chic' with 'pour' when you describe an action.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Elle ____ le chic pour choisir les bons vins.
The verb 'avoir' must be conjugated.
Which is correct?
Il a le chic ____ cuisiner.
The idiom is 'avoir le chic pour'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesElle ____ le chic pour choisir les bons vins.
The verb 'avoir' must be conjugated.
Il a le chic ____ cuisiner.
The idiom is 'avoir le chic pour'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'J'ai le chic pour...' is very common.
Related Phrases
Avoir du flair
similarTo have a good sense/instinct
Être doué pour
similarTo be gifted for
