French Phrase
C'est un événement décontracté.
Meaning
This sentence means “It’s a relaxed/casual event.” It conveys that the gathering does not require formal attire or strict etiquette, and participants can feel at ease.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to describe a party, meeting, workshop, or any gathering that is intentionally informal. It’s handy when answering questions about the dress code or atmosphere of an upcoming event.
✦Grammar Breakdown
C'estunévénementdécontracté.
C' + est
C' is the contraction of "ce" before a vowel; "est" is the third‑person singular of the verb être.
Indefinite article "un"
Used before masculine singular nouns to mean "a".
Adjective agreement
The adjective "décontracté" agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies (masculine singular here).
🗨In Conversation
C'est un événement décontracté.
It's a casual event.
Parfait, je viendrai en tenue décontractée.
Great, I’ll come in casual clothes.
✕Common Mistakes
C'est un événement décontractée.
The adjective must agree with the masculine noun "événement"; "décontractée" is feminine.
C'est un événement détendu.
While "détendu" is close in meaning, it is less common for describing events; "décontracté" is the idiomatic choice.
C'est une événement décontracté.
"Événement" is masculine, so the article must be "un".
↔Alternatives
C'est une soirée informelle.
It's an informal evening.
C'est un rassemblement détendu.
It's a relaxed gathering.
L'événement est décontracté.
The event is laid‑back.
Cultural Tip
In French‑speaking countries, the word "décontracté" often signals a relaxed dress code. If you’re invited to a "décontracté" event, a smart‑casual outfit (e.g., a nice shirt and jeans) is usually appropriate. Avoid overly formal attire like tuxedos or evening gowns unless the host specifies otherwise.