How to Say ‘A good job’ in French
Un beau travail
uhn boh trah-VY
[uhn boh trah-VY]
💬 Usage Tip: Literally “a beautiful piece of work.” French often uses beau where English would say “good” or “nice.”
🇫🇷 In France: Saying beau travail sounds more elegant and sincere than a blunt compliment.
Phrase Breakdown
Un
[uhn]
a; an
An indefinite article used before a masculine singular noun.
Un beau travail demande du temps.
A beautiful piece of work takes time.
beau
[boh]
beautiful; fine; good-looking
An adjective meaning beautiful, fine, or impressive; used before masculine singular nouns.
C'est un beau travail de rénovation.
It's a fine renovation job.
travail
[trah-VY]
work; job
A noun meaning work, task, or piece of workmanship.
Un beau travail mérite des compliments.
A fine piece of work deserves compliments.
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