How to Say ‘It is’ in French
C'est
say ay
[say ay]
💬 Usage Tip: Short for 'cela est'. Super common starter for descriptions.
🇫🇷 In France: Very natural when presenting art: 'C'est une peinture...', 'C'est une sculpture...'.
Phrase Breakdown
C'
[say]
it / this
Short for ce before a vowel; part of the common expression c’est meaning 'it is' or 'this is'.
C' est une scène très calme.
It is a very calm scene.
est
[ay]
is
Form of the verb être used in c’est.
C'est une peinture sur toile.
It is a painting on canvas.
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