prie pour moi
The phrase 'pray for me' in French is prie pour moi.
This phrase is used to request that someone asks God for help or guidance on your behalf.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the imperative verb prie (pray) and the prepositional phrase pour moi (for me).
How does it change in a sentence?
The default form prie pour moi uses the imperative singular, which is used when speaking to a single person with whom you have a close or informal relationship. The form priez pour moi is used when addressing more than one person or when using the formal 'vous' to show respect.
Did you know?
- The verb prier can be used in an entirely secular way to mean 'to beg' or 'to implore' someone for a favor in formal settings.
- In some traditional French Catholic contexts, a person might respond to prie pour moi with je le ferai, which literally means 'I will do it', treating the prayer as a specific task or favor.
- While 'prie pour moi' is the standard request, a person might more commonly say pense à moi (think of me) to ask for spiritual support without the heavy religious weight of 'pray'.
Examples in context
- Je traverse une période difficile, prie pour moi.I am going through a difficult time, pray for me.
- Avant mon examen, prie pour moi.Before my exam, pray for me.
Example conversation
Lucas is feeling anxious about a big life decision and speaks to Chloé.
- LucasJe suis très inquiet pour l'avenir.I am very worried about the future.
- ChloéNe t'inquiète pas, Lucas.Don't worry, Lucas.
- LucasS'il te plaît, prie pour moi.Please, pray for me.
- ChloéJe le ferai, promis.I will do it, I promise.
