Meaning
Used to express amazement or disbelief.
Cultural Background
French people often use 'C'est incroyable' to validate a story told by a friend. In Quebec, you might hear 'C'est incroyable' used with a slightly different intonation to express sarcasm. It is used very frequently in daily interactions to show enthusiasm.
Use your hands
French speakers often gesture when saying 'C'est incroyable'. Use your hands to show your surprise!
Intonation is key
Raise your pitch at the end of the sentence to show genuine excitement.
Meaning
Used to express amazement or disbelief.
Use your hands
French speakers often gesture when saying 'C'est incroyable'. Use your hands to show your surprise!
Intonation is key
Raise your pitch at the end of the sentence to show genuine excitement.
Don't overthink
It's a very common phrase. Use it freely in any social setting.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Tu as gagné ? _________ !
We use 'C'est' for situations.
Which is correct?
Choose the correct reaction to good news.
The other options are negative.
Complete the dialogue.
A: J'ai fini mon projet. B: _________ !
It's the best reaction to an achievement.
Match the emotion.
Match 'C'est incroyable' with its meaning.
It expresses wonder.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesTu as gagné ? _________ !
We use 'C'est' for situations.
Choose the correct reaction to good news.
The other options are negative.
A: J'ai fini mon projet. B: _________ !
It's the best reaction to an achievement.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It expresses wonder.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it's fine for informal or semi-formal emails.
Usually, but it can be neutral surprise.
Add 'vraiment' or 'tellement'.
No, use 'Il/Elle est incroyable'.
It's neutral, works everywhere.
Don't use it; use 'C'est triste'.
Yes, it's very common.
The 'r' is the only challenge.
Related Phrases
C'est génial
synonymIt's great
C'est fou
similarIt's crazy
Je n'y crois pas
builds onI don't believe it
