je suis à Paris
The English phrase "I am in paris" is translated into French as je suis à Paris.
A statement used to say that you are currently located in the city of Paris.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of je (I), suis (am), à (in/at) and Paris (Paris).
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term Paname is a slang nickname for Paris.
How does it change in a sentence?
The expression je suis is the first-person singular present tense of the verb être (to be). The preposition à is used here to indicate location in a city.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Avoid saying en Paris. English speakers often mistakenly use en instead of à before the name of a city.
Did you know?
Examples in context
- Je suis à Paris.I am in Paris.This sentence is useful for stating your current location using je suis à Paris.Tatoeba #1082487 by Julien_PDC, translation #1098336 by cntrational
- Je suis actuellement à Paris, la magnifique capitale de la France.I am currently in Paris, the beautiful capital of France.
- Je suis à Paris pour le travail.I am in Paris for work.
- Maintenant, je suis à Paris avec ma famille.Now, I am in Paris with my family.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking on the phone about their current locations.
- NathanOù es-tu en ce moment ?Where are you at the moment?
- ManonJe suis à Paris pour les vacances.I am in Paris for the holidays.
- NathanC'est génial, profite bien de ton séjour !That's great, enjoy your stay!
- ManonMerci, Nathan !Thanks, Nathan!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Paris, je, suis, à, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
