je suis là pour toi
The English phrase "I am here for you" is translated into French as je suis là pour toi.
This phrase is used to tell someone that you are available to provide emotional support or help. While you are expressing presence, a related phrase to convey trust and reliability is Tu peux compter sur moi (You can count on me).
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, je suis là pour toi translates to "I am there for you", as the French word là (there) is used to mean "here" in this specific context.
Which one should you use?
je suis là pour toi is used when addressing a single person informally. If you are speaking to more than one person, or to someone you address with formal respect, use je suis là pour vous.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the singular informal pronoun toi, making it appropriate for friends, family or peers.
Did you know?
- In the word suis, the final 's' was not originally part of the verb 'to be'. It was added by analogy to the second person forms during the development of Old French to match other person endings.
- In French, the concept of being 'there for someone' is often expressed as being présent, which carries a stronger connotation of active involvement than the English word 'present'.
Examples in context
- Cher Monsieur, je voulais vous informer que je suis à votre disposition si vous avez des questions ou besoin d'aide.Dear Sir, I wanted to inform you that I am at your disposal if you have any questions or need help.
- Salut Marie, je suis là pour toi. Si tu as besoin de parler ou simplement de te distraire, je suis là.Hi Marie, I am here for you. If you need to talk or simply to distract yourself, I am here.
- Salut Julien, n'oublie pas que tu peux compter sur moi, peu importe les circonstances. Je serai toujours là pour toi.Hi Julien, don't forget that you can count on me, no matter the circumstances. I will always be there for you.
- Ne t'inquiète pas, je suis là pour toi.Don't worry, I am here for you.
- N'oublie pas que je suis là pour toi.Don't forget that I am here for you.
- Si tu as besoin de parler, je suis là pour toi.If you need to talk, I am here for you.
- Dans les moments difficiles, je suis là pour toi.In difficult times, I am here for you.
Example conversation
Manon is comforting Gabriel after he had a bad day at work.
- ManonTu as l'air triste aujourd'hui, Gabriel.You look sad today, Gabriel.
- GabrielC'est juste une journée difficile au bureau.It is just a difficult day at the office.
- ManonSache que je suis là pour toi.Know that I am here for you.
- GabrielMerci Manon, ça me touche beaucoup.Thank you Manon, that touches me a lot.
