Meaning
Used to express strong approval or excitement.
Cultural Background
In France, 'super' is often used with a specific hand gesture: a thumbs up or a slight nod of the head with raised eyebrows. In Quebec, you might also hear 'C'est l'fun' (from English 'fun') used in similar contexts as 'C'est super'. Belgian French speakers use 'C'est super' frequently, but they might also use 'C'est génial' with a slightly different melodic intonation.
The 'U' sound
To get the 'u' in super right, whistle and then try to say 'ee'.
Intonation matters
Rise in pitch at the end to sound genuinely excited.
Meaning
Used to express strong approval or excitement.
The 'U' sound
To get the 'u' in super right, whistle and then try to say 'ee'.
Intonation matters
Rise in pitch at the end to sound genuinely excited.
Test Yourself
How do you say 'That's great!' in French?
Your friend says they passed their exam. You say:
'C'est super' is the correct way to express enthusiasm.
Complete the sentence.
J'adore ce film, ____ super !
We use 'c'est' to give an opinion about something we just mentioned.
Match the reaction to the news.
News: 'On va manger une pizza !'
Eating pizza is generally considered good news!
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
When to say 'C'est super'
Good News
- • New job
- • Birthday
- • Holiday
Agreement
- • Dinner plans
- • Movie choice
- • Meeting time
Practice Bank
3 exercisesYour friend says they passed their exam. You say:
'C'est super' is the correct way to express enthusiasm.
J'adore ce film, ____ super !
We use 'c'est' to give an opinion about something we just mentioned.
News: 'On va manger une pizza !'
Eating pizza is generally considered good news!
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is informal but perfectly acceptable in most social and work situations.
Yes, but you change it to 'Il/Elle est super'. Example: 'Ma prof est super.'
Related Phrases
C'est génial
synonymThat's brilliant/awesome
C'est top
synonymThat's the best / That's great
C'est pas mal
contrastThat's not bad
