rejoignez-nous
The English phrase "join us" can be translated into French as rejoignez-nous.
The phrase is an invitation to become a member of a group or to participate in an activity with others.
What does it mean word for word?
In the phrase rejoignez-nous, the word nous is a stressed pronoun placed after the verb to mean "us".
Which one should you use?
Unlike the English "join us", the French imperative requires a hyphen between the verb and the pronoun nous.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form rejoignez-nous is used when addressing a group of people or a single person using the formal vous.
When do people say it?
The phrase On t'attend can be used to imply an invitation to join your group or activity, translating literally to "We're waiting for you".
Did you know?
- Depending on the region, an invitation to join a group for a drink might be phrased as on se motive. This implies that the group needs a collective push of willpower to join together.
- In a very casual setting, the phrase ramène-toi is used to tell someone to join a group. It literally means 'bring yourself back' and is much more blunt than rejoignez-nous.
- The verb rejoindre is used not only for people but also for physical destinations. You can rejoindre a city or a specific point on a map, blending the ideas of joining a group and arriving at a place.
Examples in context
- Rejoignez-nous pour notre gala de bienfaisance ce samedi.Join us for our charity gala this Saturday.
- Rejoignez-nous pour une partie de tennis.Join us for a game of tennis.
- Rejoignez-nous demain pour notre randonnée.Join us tomorrow for our hike.
Example conversation
Manon invites Nathan to a hiking group.
- ManonNous allons marcher en montagne, rejoignez-nous !We are going hiking in the mountains, join us!
- NathanC'est une excellente idée, merci Manon.That is a great idea, thank you Manon.
- ManonOn part samedi matin à huit heures.We are leaving Saturday morning at eight.
- NathanParfait, je serai là.Perfect, I will be there.
