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How to Say ‘That’s nice.’ in French

C’est bien.

say eh byan

[say eh byan]

Phrase Breakdown

C’est

say eh

Words in this phrase

C’

[say]

it / this

Contracted form used in “c’est,” meaning “it” or “this.”

Example

C’est bien de soutenir son équipe préférée.

It’s good to support your favorite team.

est

[eh]

is

A form of “être,” meaning “is.”

Example

Dans « C’est bien », « est » relie le sujet et l’idée.

In “C’est bien,” “est” links the subject and the idea.

bien

[byan]

good / well

Here it means “good.”

Example

C’est bien de rester positif pendant le tournoi.

It’s good to stay positive during the tournament.

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