How to Say ‘Only when it's deserved.’ in French
Seulement quand c'est mérité.
💬 Usage Tip: Refers to conditions under which compliments are given.
🇫🇷 In France: French appreciation is often reserved for moments that truly warrant it, reflecting sincerity.
Phrase Breakdown
Seulement
Quand
C'est
Mérité
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Seulement
[[suhl-mahn]]
Only
No one or nothing else.
Je suis content seulement quand c'est mérité.
I am happy only when it's deserved.
quand
[[kahn]]
when
At what time or at which time.
Je te vois toujours quand je suis en ville.
I always see you when I'm in town.
c'
[[say]]
it
Refers to the item mentioned.
C'est un cadeau précieux.
It's a precious gift.
est
[[ay]]
is
Third person singular form of 'to be'.
C'est un honneur d'être ici.
It is an honor to be here.
mérité
[[may-ree-tay]]
deserved
Worthy of earned respect or reward.
Cette récompense est méritée.
This reward is deserved.
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