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sympa

nice, pleasant

adjective saN-PA Less Common

Usage Note

Sympa is an informal shortening of sympathique, and unlike most adjectives it is invariable — the same form is used for masculine, feminine, singular, and plural. It is one of the most common casual compliments in French, applied to people, places, and events alike. Using sympathique in conversation signals a slightly more formal or deliberate register.

Examples

"Ton voisin est vraiment sympa."

Natural Translation

Your neighbor is really nice.

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