How do you say "That's too far" in French?

"That's too far" in French is "C'est trop loin". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘That's too far’ in French

Q: What does "C'est trop loin" mean in English?

"C'est trop loin" means "That's too far" in English. Usage tip: [C'est] is the fixed way to say [it is] or [that is] in French; you use it before a noun, adjective, or phrase: [C'est loin], [C'est un problème]. The final [t] in [c'est] is silent.

C'est trop loin

seuh eh trohp lwahn

[seuh eh trohp lwahn]

💬 Usage Tip: [C'est] is the fixed way to say [it is] or [that is] in French; you use it before a noun, adjective, or phrase: [C'est loin], [C'est un problème]. The final [t] in [c'est] is silent.

Phrase Breakdown

C'est

seuh eh

Words in this phrase

[seuh]

Referring to a subject previously mentioned

Example

C'est un bon film.

It is a good movie.

est

[eh]

Third person singular present of 'être'

Example

Elle est là.

She is there.

Trop loin

trohp lwahn

Words in this phrase

trop

[trohp]

too

Indicating an excessive degree

Example

Il est trop tard.

It is too late.

loin

[lwahn]

far

A great distance

Example

C'est trop loin pour marcher.

It is too far to walk.

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