j'aime aussi
The English phrase "I also like" is translated into French as j'aime aussi.
This phrase is used to express that the speaker has an additional preference or interest in something.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase j'aime aussi is composed of je (I), aime (love/like) and aussi (also).
Which one should you use?
While j'aime aussi is used to introduce a new object of preference, the phrase moi aussi is used as a standalone response to mean "me too". Additionally, adding bien to the phrase to create j'aime bien aussi can soften the expression to mean "I also quite like" rather than "I love".
How does it change in a sentence?
In this construction, the adverb aussi typically follows the conjugated verb aime.
Did you know?
- If a French speaker wants to say 'I don't like it either', they cannot use aussi and must switch to the word non plus.
- In French, using j'aime without a modifier can imply a deep romantic love, which is why j'aime bien is frequently used for hobbies or objects to avoid sounding too intense.
- The word aussi is likely a calque of the Frankish word *allswā, meaning 'in the same way'.
Examples in context
- J'aime aussi les gâteaux.I also like cake.This sentence is useful for showing how to use j'aime aussi with food like cake.Tatoeba #135221 by fucongcong, translation #321982 by CK
- J'aime aussi le chocolat.I also like chocolate.This sentence is useful for showing how to use j'aime aussi with food like chocolate.Tatoeba #12199403 by LdjuherTaqvaylit, translation #12199444 by Miktsoanit
- J'aime aussi la musique classique.I also like classical music.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their hobbies at a cafe.
- LéaMoi, j'aime beaucoup la randonnée.Me, I really like hiking.
- GabrielC'est super, j'aime aussi la nature.That's great, I also like nature.
- LéaTu veux aller en forêt avec moi ?Do you want to go to the forest with me?
- GabrielOui, avec plaisir !Yes, with pleasure!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aussi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
