Mes prières
The English phrase "my prayers" is translated into French as Mes prières.
Mes prières refers to the act of praying to a deity on behalf of someone or something. It is often used in sympathetic contexts, such as the phrase Mes prières vous accompagnent (My prayers are with you), to express that one is praying for someone's well-being or during a time of grief.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mes (my) and the plural noun prières (prayers).
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form mes prières is used when referring to multiple prayers or the general practice of praying.
Did you know?
- The word prière is used in the common French idiom je vous en prie, which is a polite way to say 'you're welcome' or 'please go ahead'.
- In the French legal system, a prière can refer to a formal written request or petition submitted to a court, completely independent of any religious context.
- French speakers often use the word recueillement to describe the quiet, meditative state that accompanies mes prières, a concept that English lacks a single word for.
Examples in context
- Je ne faisais que dire mes prières.I was only saying my prayers.This sentence is useful for describing the act of saying Mes prières.Tatoeba #1942171 by sacredceltic, translation #1937198 by Scott
- Mes prières vous accompagneront dans cette épreuve.My prayers will accompany you through this ordeal.
Example conversation
Léa is comforting Gabriel after a difficult day.
- LéaJe sais que c'est dur, Gabriel.I know it's hard, Gabriel.
- GabrielMerci d'être là pour moi, Léa.Thank you for being here for me, Léa.
- LéaSache que tu es dans mes prières.Know that you are in my prayers.
- GabrielCela me touche beaucoup.That touches me a lot.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
