Meaning
An informal expression meaning something is fantastic or extremely enjoyable.
Cultural Background
In France, 'le pied' is often associated with the 'terrasse' culture—the simple pleasure of doing nothing while watching the world go by. While understood in Quebec, locals might more frequently use 'C'est l'fun' or 'C'est écoeurant' (which paradoxically means 'it's amazing' in slang). In countries like Ivory Coast, you might hear 'C'est le chic' or 'C'est doux' to express similar feelings of pleasure. Belgians use 'C'est le pied' just like the French, often after a good meal of 'moules-frites' and a beer.
Add 'Trop'
To sound even more like a native speaker, say 'C'est trop le pied !'
Silent 'D'
Never pronounce the 'd' at the end of 'pied'. It's 'pyay', not 'pyed'.
Meaning
An informal expression meaning something is fantastic or extremely enjoyable.
Add 'Trop'
To sound even more like a native speaker, say 'C'est trop le pied !'
Silent 'D'
Never pronounce the 'd' at the end of 'pied'. It's 'pyay', not 'pyed'.
The 'Ah' Factor
Natives often start the sentence with a long 'Ahhhhh' to show how relaxed they are.
Body Slang
French uses body parts for many idioms. 'Le pied' is for joy, 'La barbe' is for boredom, and 'Le nez' is for intuition.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct idiom.
Les vacances à la montagne, c'est ___ ___ !
The idiom is always 'le pied' with the definite article.
Which situation is appropriate for 'C'est le pied !'?
Choose the best context:
The phrase is informal and expresses pleasure, making it perfect for a casual meal.
Match the French phrase to its English equivalent.
Match them up:
These are the most common translations.
Fill in the missing line.
A: 'Tu aimes ton nouvel appartement?' B: 'Oui, ___ ___ ___ !'
B is expressing that they love their new apartment.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Formal vs Informal Joy
Practice Bank
4 exercisesLes vacances à la montagne, c'est ___ ___ !
The idiom is always 'le pied' with the definite article.
Choose the best context:
The phrase is informal and expresses pleasure, making it perfect for a casual meal.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the most common translations.
A: 'Tu aimes ton nouvel appartement?' B: 'Oui, ___ ___ ___ !'
B is expressing that they love their new apartment.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it's not rude or vulgar, just very informal. You can use it with friends and family safely.
No, that would mean 'It is my (physical) foot.' The idiom always uses 'le'.
Yes, though they might prefer 'C'est le feu' or 'C'est le kif', 'C'est le pied' is a classic that everyone understands.
No, you don't say 'Il est le pied.' You only use it for situations, activities, or things.
A good informal opposite is 'C'est la galère' (It's a struggle/nightmare).
No, it is a fixed expression. 'C'est le pied' stays singular.
Absolutely not. Stick to 'C'est une excellente nouvelle' or 'C'est parfait'.
It comes from old slang where a 'foot' was a share of loot. Getting your share was a good thing!
It's just a shorter, more exclamatory version of the same thing.
Yes! That's the perfect way to describe a past event, like a party or a trip.
Related Phrases
Prendre son pied
builds onTo enjoy oneself immensely
C'est le top
synonymIt's the best
C'est l'éclate
synonymIt's a total blast
C'est la barbe
contrastIt's a bore / It's annoying
C'est le kif
synonymIt's a joy / I love it
