How to Say ‘Shiny’ in French
Brillante
bree-yahnt
[bree-yahnt]
💬 Usage Tip: Brillante is feminine singular. For a masculine noun, use brillant. Think: la surface brillante, le rendu brillant.
🇫🇷 In France: In art discussion, brillante can describe light, varnish, or finish. It can sound positive or simply observational depending on tone.
Phrase Breakdown
Brillante
[bree-yahnt]
shiny; bright
feminine adjective describing something that reflects light or looks glossy
La matière est brillante.
The material is shiny.
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