🇫🇷 How to say

“that” in French

cela
Illustration of "that" in a French cultural setting
A person points across a sunlit park towards a distant ice cream cart, their gesture clearly indicating one specific thing among many.

Usage note

Use 'cela' to refer to an object or idea that is not very close to you, or to refer to something abstract you just mentioned. It's neutral and can be used in both formal and informal situations.

Examples

  • Je veux cela.

    I want that.

  • Cela est bon.

    That is good.

  • Regarde cela !

    Look at that!

Quick check

What does "cela" mean?

  • A. that
  • B. this
  • C. easy
  • D. far

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