French Phrase
Ouais, c'est délicieux.
Meaning
Literally, “Yeah, it’s delicious.” The speaker is giving an enthusiastic, informal approval of the taste of something, usually food or a drink.
When to use
Use this expression right after you’ve tried a dish you really like, and you’re speaking with friends, family, or anyone you’re comfortable with. It’s too informal for a business meeting or a formal dinner with strangers.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ouais,c'estdélicieux.
Ouais
An informal way to say “yeah” or “yep”. It’s used mainly in casual spoken French.
c' + est
The contraction of “cela est”. It introduces a description or evaluation and is neutral in gender.
délicieux
An adjective meaning “delicious”. It agrees in gender (délicieux / délicieuse) but after “c’est” the gender is implicit.
🗨In Conversation
Comment tu trouves le gâteau?
How do you find the cake?
Ouais, c'est délicieux.
Yeah, it’s delicious.
✕Common Mistakes
Ouais, c’est délicieux.
Using “ouais” in a formal setting can sound disrespectful; opt for “oui”.
Ouais, c’est délicieux la tarte.
If you describe a feminine dish (e.g., la tarte), you should say “délicieuse”.
Il est délicieux.
Do not replace “c’est” with “il est” after a noun; the correct structure is “c’est délicieux”.
↔Alternatives
Oui, c'est délicieux.
Yes, it’s delicious.
Mmm, c'est délicieux.
Mmm, it’s delicious.
C'est vraiment délicieux.
It’s really delicious.
C’est savoureux.
It’s tasty.
Cultural Tip
“Ouais” is the slangy counterpart of the standard “oui”. It’s common among younger speakers and in relaxed settings, but you’ll rarely hear it in formal contexts or on TV news. When you want to sound polite or neutral, replace it with “oui”. Also, French speakers often pair “c’est délicieux” with a smile and a slight nod, a non‑verbal cue that the food is truly enjoyed.