donc je vais me régaler - meaning

Ting C.B1Kwiziq community member

donc je vais me régaler - meaning

I am trying to figure out the English translate for 'donc je vais me régaler'

Does it mean:

1) so I am going to enjoy.

2) so I am going to feast.

This question relates to:French dictation exercise "A busy day - part 1"

Dictation exercise A2

Asked 4 years ago

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CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Ting,

When associated with food as in this exercise, the verb 'se régaler' is always tricky to translate. To really enjoy is the closest , but it actually means a lot more in French, like -

' I am going to really enjoy this delicious food, it's going to be a real treat!'

which is not quite to feast in English as it could be said about a simple dish that you really enjoy eating.

Hope this helps!

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Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor

"To feast" doesn't capture accurately what se régaler means. "To enjoy" suits better.

Like14 years ago

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