Meaning
To identify or describe something.
Cultural Background
Used constantly to categorize and define. Often pronounced with a slightly different vowel sound. Used in the same way as in France. Used in formal and informal settings.
The Golden Rule
If you are pointing at something, use 'C'est'.
Meaning
To identify or describe something.
The Golden Rule
If you are pointing at something, use 'C'est'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
____ un stylo.
Use 'C'est' for identifying objects.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which is correct?
Professions without determiners use 'Il est'.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
C'est vrai / C'est fini / C'est bon
Standard translations.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises____ un stylo.
Use 'C'est' for identifying objects.
Which is correct?
Professions without determiners use 'Il est'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Standard translations.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsAlmost, but not for adjectives describing people.
Related Phrases
Ce sont
specialized formThese are
C'est-à-dire
builds onThat is to say
C'est ça
similarThat's it
C'est la vie
similarThat's life
