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How to Say "Beautiful woman" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
belle femme
"Beautiful woman" in French 路 say it like bel fam

The most natural way to say "Beautiful woman" in French is belle femme. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

jolie femme
more casual, often used to describe a pretty woman
femme s茅duisante
more formal, implies attractiveness in a romantic sense

When to use it

You can use 'belle femme' when complimenting someone's appearance. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use it when you want to express admiration without being overly familiar.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
C'est une belle femme.She is a beautiful woman.
Regarde cette belle femme dans la rue.Look at that beautiful woman on the street.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'beau' instead of 'belle' for women, as 'beau' is masculine.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear belle femme, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking French with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I say 'beau femme'?

No, you should use 'belle femme' because 'femme' is feminine.

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