Gentil - mais pas sympa?

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Gentil - mais pas sympa?

Is « un chat sympa » not a good translation?

This question relates to:French writing exercise "Portrait of a cat"

Freeform Writing Exercise A1

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CélineKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Bonjour Stephen,

I would tend to say that "sympa" is better suited for human beings rather than animals. In this context, you would use "gentil" rather than "sympa".

I hope this is helpful.

Bonne journée !

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Gentil - mais pas sympa?

Is « un chat sympa » not a good translation?

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