A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "That's so cool" in French
Express enthusiasm and approval for something you find impressive or exciting.
C'est trop cool !
say TROH KOOLcasual
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Use this when a friend shows you a new gadget, tells you about an upcoming trip, or describes a fun event. It's a great way to show you're impressed by something they're sharing.
Alternatives
- C'est super !A slightly more general, but still enthusiastic, option.
- C'est génial !Implies something is brilliant or fantastic.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'cool' with a hard 'l'
The final 'l' in 'cool' is often softened or almost silent in French, like in English 'pool'.
Forgetting the 'C'est'
You need 'C'est' (it is) before 'trop cool' to make a complete thought.
A small cultural note
While 'cool' is an English loanword, its use in French is widespread and understood by most generations, especially in urban areas.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How do I say 'that's so cool' in French?
The most common way is 'C'est trop cool !' This expresses genuine enthusiasm. You can also use 'C'est super !' or 'C'est génial !' for similar meanings.
Is 'C'est trop cool' formal or informal?
It's definitely informal. You'd use it with friends or people your age. Avoid it in formal settings or with people you need to show a lot of respect to.
What does 'trop' mean here?
In this casual context, 'trop' means 'very' or 'really', not 'too much'. It intensifies the adjective 'cool'.
