rêves
The English word "dreams" is translated into French as rêves.
rêves is the plural form of the noun used to describe images and stories that occur in the mind during sleep. It can also be used idiomatically in the phrase Dans tes rêves ! to express disbelief or to tell someone that what they want is impossible, much like the English expression "In your dreams!"
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of this noun is un rêve. If you wish to use the verb meaning "to dream," the form is rêver.
Did you know?
- In French culture, a 'nightmare' is called un cauchemar, but the word comes from the Old French caucher, meaning to press, and mare, meaning a demon or hag who sits on your chest.
- In French, the phrase 'faire un rêve' is more common than 'avoir un rêve' when describing the act of dreaming during sleep.
- While rêve is the standard word for dream, in very formal or poetic French, you might see the word songe. This term is often used in literature to describe a prophetic or spiritual dream.
Examples in context
- Dans tes rêves !In your dreams!This sentence shows the idiomatic use of rêves to express disbelief.Tatoeba #2221676 by sacredceltic, translation #2221098 by Hybrid
- Ziri a des rêves.Ziri has dreams.This sentence demonstrates the use of rêves to describe someone having dreams.Tatoeba #10910121 by Amastan, translation #10223584 by Amastan
- Fais de beaux rêves !Sweet dreams!This sentence shows a common way to wish someone sweet dreams using rêves.Tatoeba #376696 by TRANG, translation #30054 by CK
- Les rêves peuvent parfois influencer nos décisions.Dreams can sometimes influence our decisions.
- Je me perds souvent dans mes rêveries.I often get lost in my daydreams.
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Example conversation
Léa and Gabriel are talking over breakfast about their night.
- LéaEst-ce que tu as fait des rêves cette nuit ?Did you have any dreams last night?
- GabrielOui, mais j'ai oublié mes rêves.Yes, but I forgot my dreams.
- LéaC'est dommage, j'adore entendre des rêves.That's a shame, I love hearing about dreams.
- GabrielMoi aussi, Gabriel, mais c'est difficile.Me too, Gabriel, but it's difficult.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
