Bon Vivant

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /bɒn viˈvɑnt/

Definitions of bon vivant

noun a person who enjoys a sociable and luxurious lifestyle

Example Sentences

A1 A bon vivant enjoys good food, good wine, and good company.

A2 As a bon vivant, she always knows the best places to eat in town.

B1 The party was full of bon vivants who knew how to have a good time.

B2 Being a bon vivant, he was always the life of the party.

C1 His reputation as a bon vivant preceded him wherever he went.

C2 The renowned chef was known not only for his culinary skills but also for his reputation as a bon vivant.

Examples of bon vivant in a Sentence

formal As a bon vivant, he always seeks out the finest dining experiences.

informal John is such a bon vivant, he's always up for a good time.

slang That guy is a total bon vivant, always living it up.

figurative She approaches life with the attitude of a bon vivant, enjoying every moment to the fullest.

Grammatical Forms of bon vivant

past tense

enjoyed

plural

bon vivants

comparative

more bon vivant

superlative

most bon vivant

present tense

enjoys

future tense

will enjoy

perfect tense

has enjoyed

continuous tense

is enjoying

singular

bon vivant

positive degree

bon vivant

infinitive

to enjoy

gerund

enjoying

participle

enjoyed

Origin and Evolution of bon vivant

First Known Use: 1686 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The term 'bon vivant' originated in French.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who enjoys good food and drink, the term has evolved to encompass someone who enjoys a luxurious and sociable lifestyle.