Meaning
Giving a compliment on someone's appearance.
Cultural Background
Compliments are often followed by a small self-deprecating remark to show modesty. The usage is identical, but the accent might make 'frumos' sound slightly different (softer 's'). Physical beauty is often linked to being 'gospodar' (a good worker/householder). Influenced by English, 'Arăți cool' is sometimes used alongside 'Ești frumos'.
Gender is Key
Always remember: -os for men, -oasă for women. Mixing them up is the most common beginner mistake.
Inner Beauty
Don't be afraid to use it for someone's character. 'Ești un om frumos' is a very deep compliment.
Meaning
Giving a compliment on someone's appearance.
Gender is Key
Always remember: -os for men, -oasă for women. Mixing them up is the most common beginner mistake.
Inner Beauty
Don't be afraid to use it for someone's character. 'Ești un om frumos' is a very deep compliment.
Watch the Register
Keep it for friends and family. Use 'Arătați bine' for your boss or elders.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb 'a fi'.
Tu ____ frumos.
'Ești' is the second person singular form used with 'tu'.
Which phrase is correct for complimenting a man?
Select the masculine form:
'Frumos' is the masculine singular adjective.
Match the Romanian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Direct translation practice.
Fill in the missing word in the dialogue.
A: Ești foarte ____ în acest costum! B: Mulțumesc!
The context of 'costum' (suit) usually implies a masculine subject.
Which situation is best for 'Ești un om frumos'?
Choose the best context:
This phrase refers to inner beauty and character.
🎉 Score: /5
Visual Learning Aids
Gender Agreement for 'Frumos'
Practice Bank
5 exercisesTu ____ frumos.
'Ești' is the second person singular form used with 'tu'.
Select the masculine form:
'Frumos' is the masculine singular adjective.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Direct translation practice.
A: Ești foarte ____ în acest costum! B: Mulțumesc!
The context of 'costum' (suit) usually implies a masculine subject.
Choose the best context:
This phrase refers to inner beauty and character.
🎉 Score: /5
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, if the dog is male! Romanians love complimenting their pets.
No, it can describe a person's whole style, their voice, or their actions.
For a group of men, say 'Sunteți frumoși'.
It's a bit forward. Better to start with 'Arătați bine' if you don't know them.
No, 'cute' is 'drăguț'. 'Frumos' is more like 'handsome' or 'beautiful'.
Yes, 'Casa este frumoasă' (feminine) or 'Apartamentul este frumos' (masculine).
Nu ești frumos. (But be careful, that's mean!)
Constantly! It's a staple of Romanian pop and folk lyrics.
'Frumos' is general; 'chipeș' is specifically for a man who is dashing or well-dressed.
No, it's informal. Use the 'vă' form for formal situations.
Related Phrases
Ești frumoasă
specialized formYou are beautiful (feminine)
Arăți bine
similarYou look good
Ești chipeș
synonymYou are handsome
Ești superb
builds onYou are gorgeous
Ce frumos ești!
variationHow handsome you are!
