Jésus t'aime
The English phrase "Jesus loves you" is translated into French as Jésus t'aime.
This phrase is a religious statement used to tell someone that Jesus Christ cares for them.
Which one should you use?
Jésus t'aime uses the informal tu form, whereas Jésus vous aime uses the formal vous form.
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are speaking to a stranger, a superior or a group of people, use Jésus vous aime instead of Jésus t'aime. In informal contexts, you may also use Tu es aimé par Jésus to say "You are loved by Jesus".
Did you know?
- The French principle of 'laïcité' means that teachers and government employees are strictly forbidden from using phrases like Jésus t'aime in public schools.
- In France, saying Jésus t'aime to a stranger on the street can be seen as an aggressive act of 'proselytism' rather than a kind gesture.
- The name Jésus evolved from the Latin Iēsūs, which came from the Greek Ἰησοῦς and originally from the Hebrew y'hoshúa.
Examples in context
- Hey, tu sais quoi? Jésus t'aime énormémentHey, you know what? Jesus loves you a lot
- Jésus t'aime beaucoup.Jesus loves you very much.
- N'oublie jamais que Jésus t'aime.Never forget that Jesus loves you.
- Jésus t'aime tel que tu es.Jesus loves you just as you are.
Example conversation
Lucas is comforting Léa during a difficult time.
- LucasNe sois pas triste, Léa.Don't be sad, Léa.
- LéaC'est difficile pour moi en ce moment.It is difficult for me right now.
- LucasGarde la foi, car Jésus t'aime.Have faith, because Jesus loves you.
- LéaMerci de tes paroles, Lucas.Thank you for your words, Lucas.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Jésus, CC BY-SA 4.0.
