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amuser

to amuse

verb ah-moo-ZEH Common
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Also means

to have fun

Usage Note

Amuser is most often used reflexively as s'amuser, meaning to enjoy oneself or to have a good time — it is the standard way to say 'have fun' in French. The command Amuse-toi bien! (or Amusez-vous bien!) is the natural equivalent of 'Have fun!' said to someone leaving for a party.

Examples

"Les enfants s'amusent dans le jardin."

Natural Translation

The children are having fun in the garden.

Literal Translation

The children oneself-amuse in the garden

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