French Phrase
Ça te dégoûte ?
Meaning
This phrase is used to ask if something makes someone feel repulsed, nauseated, or morally offended. It is derived from the verb 'dégoûter', which literally translates to taking away the taste for something.
When to use
It is used in informal contexts to react to unpleasant smells, sights, or behaviors. It is common among friends and family when discussing food or gross situations.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Çatedégoûte
Ça
A contraction of 'cela', used as an informal subject pronoun meaning 'that' or 'it'.
Te
The informal object pronoun for 'you', which is placed directly before the verb.
Dégoûte
The third-person singular present form of the verb 'dégoûter', meaning to disgust.
🗨In Conversation
Regarde cet insecte sur le fromage.
Look at this insect on the cheese.
Beurk ! Ça te dégoûte ?
Yuck! Does that disgust you?
✕Common Mistakes
Est-ce que ça te dégoût ?
'Dégoût' is a noun meaning disgust; you must use the conjugated verb 'dégoûte'.
Ça dégoûte toi ?
The object pronoun 'te' must precede the verb in this type of informal question.
↔Alternatives
C'est dégoûtant ?
Is it disgusting?
Ça t'écœure ?
Does it make you feel sick?
Cultural Tip
While French people are often open about their opinions on food, using the word 'dégoûtant' or the verb 'dégoûter' can be seen as quite harsh or childish depending on the setting. In a formal dinner, it is better to say 'Je n'aime pas trop' instead.