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How to Say "This fits perfectly" in French
Say 'Ça me va parfaitement' when an item of clothing or a shoe fits you just right in a French shop.
Ça me va parfaitement.
sah muh vah pahr-fet-MAHNneutral
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Use this phrase when trying on clothes or shoes in a boutique or department store. It's the perfect way to tell the salesperson that the item is exactly your size and style.
Alternatives
- C'est parfait.More general, can be used for things other than clothing.
- Ça tombe bien.Often used for clothes fitting well, but can also mean 'happens at a good time'.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'parfaitement' like 'par-FET-ment'
The 't' at the end of 'parfaitement' is silent, like in 'parfait'.
Saying 'Il me va parfaitement'
Use 'ça' to refer to the item of clothing itself, not 'il' unless you're talking about a specific male garment you've already named.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say this fits me well in French?
The most common way is 'Ça me va bien.' For an even stronger positive, use 'Ça me va parfaitement.'
What if the item is too big or too small?
If it's too big, say 'C'est trop grand.' If it's too small, say 'C'est trop petit.'
Can I use 'Ça me va parfaitement' for shoes?
Yes, absolutely. This phrase works for any item of clothing, including shoes, that fits you perfectly.
