allez la France
The English phrase "come on france" is translated into French as allez la France.
This expression is used to cheer for and encourage the French national team during a competition.
When do people say it?
In addition to allez la France, you may hear the informal phrase Allez les Bleus! used to support the French team.
Did you know?
- The name France originates from the Francī, a Germanic tribe that settled in the region during the early Middle Ages.
- France has a specific linguistic tendency to refer to their national teams as les Bleus across almost all sports, including football, rugby and athletics.
- The verb allez is the imperative form of aller, which literally means 'to go', making the phrase function more like 'go France' than 'come on France'.
Examples in context
- Allez les Bleus! Marquez un autre but!Come on, France! Score another goal!
- Allez la France, on peut gagner !Come on France, we can win!
- C'est le moment, allez la France !This is the moment, come on France!
Example conversation
Two friends are watching a football match on television in a living room.
- NathanAllez la France, marquez un but !Come on France, score a goal!
- ManonOui, je suis très stressée !Yes, I am very stressed!
- NathanNe t'inquiète pas, ils sont forts.Don't worry, they are strong.
- ManonJ'espère vraiment qu'ils vont gagner.I really hope they are going to win.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries France, la, CC BY-SA 4.0.
