How to Say ‘That's kind of you.’ in French
C'est gentil.
say ay zhahn-tee
[say ay zhahn-tee]
🇫🇷 In France: [C'est gentil.] often means [that's kind of you] more than [that's nice]. In service situations, it is warm and appreciative without being too personal.
Phrase Breakdown
C'est
say ay
It is / that's
Common contraction used to introduce an评价 or comment.
C'est parfait.
It's perfect.
Words in this phrase
C'
[say]
it; this
Short for ce in c'est, a very common way to say it is or this is.
C'est gentil de votre part.
That's kind of you.
est
[ay]
is
Form of être used in c'est, meaning it is or this is.
C'est gentil de m'aider avec l'adresse.
It's kind of you to help me with the address.
gentil
[zhahn-tee]
kind; nice
Describes a person or action as kind or thoughtful.
C'est gentil de ne pas faire un détour.
It's kind of you not to make a detour.
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