J'aime les jeux vidéo
The phrase "I like video games" in French is J'aime les jeux vidéo.
This phrase is used to express a general fondness for playing video games.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, you can say J'aime ça, les jeux vidéo! to express "I like it, video games!"
How does it change in a sentence?
When expressing a general preference for a category of things in French, you must use the definite article les before the noun. Additionally, in the phrase jeux vidéo, the word vidéo is an invariable adjective, meaning it does not take an s even when the noun jeux is plural.
Did you know?
- To avoid sounding like you are 'in love' with video games, you can add bien to say J'aime bien les jeux vidéo, which clarifies that you simply 'like' them.
- The word jeu is a linguistic chameleon. It can describe a digital experience on a screen or a theatrical 'play' performed on a stage.
- The word vidéo traces its roots back to the Latin verb videō, which means 'I see'. This creates a direct connection between the modern technology and the ancient concept of vision.
Examples in context
- J'aime les jeux vidéo, surtout les RPG.I like video games, especially RPGs.
- Depuis tout petit, j'aime les jeux vidéo.Since I was very small, I've liked video games.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their hobbies at a cafe.
- ChloéMoi, j'aime les jeux vidéo.Me, I like video games.
- HugoC'est super, moi aussi j'adore ça !That's great, I love that too!
- ChloéTu joues souvent à la console ?Do you play on the console often?
- HugoOui, presque tous les soirs.Yes, almost every evening.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries les, vidéo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
