French · word
gentil
kind
/ʒɑ̃.ti/adjective
Meanings
- adjective · A1
Friendly, pleasant, or helpful towards other people.
C'est un homme très gentil avec tout le monde.
- adjective · A2
Behaving well and not causing trouble, especially said of a child or pet.
Sois gentil pendant que je parle au téléphone.
- noun · B1
The good character or hero in a story, movie, or game.
Dans ce film, le gentil réussit à sauver la ville.
Appears in 6 scenarios
Ask someone for a photoAsk a passerby to take your picture with your camera. Ask where to sitAsk a passenger if the seat next to them is free. Ask to use a phoneAsk a stranger to borrow their phone for a quick call. Thank your hostThank your host for dinner before saying goodbye. Report a problem with foodTell the waiter your soup is cold and ask to reheat it. Ask for extra towelsCall the front desk to request more towels for your room.
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