PS
The English phrase 'ps' is translated into French as PS.
PS is used as a noun to indicate an addendum to a letter. In French, it is standard to follow the abbreviation with a colon before the addendum text.
Meaning: addendum to a letter (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The abbreviation PS stands for the Latin phrase post-scriptum, which means 'after writing'.
How does it change in a sentence?
In formal French typography, the abbreviation is often written with dots and a hyphen as P.-S.
Did you know?
- In France, the abbreviation PS can be confusing because it is also the common shorthand for the Parti Socialiste, one of the country's major political parties.
- In very formal French correspondence, using a PS is sometimes seen as a sign of poor planning, as it suggests you failed to integrate your final thought into the body of the letter.
- In the world of high-end French stationery and calligraphy, a writer might place the P.-S. specifically below the signature. This placement is a stylistic choice to show the thought was a spontaneous realization occurring after the signing was completed.
Examples in context
- PS : Je t'aime.PS: I love you.This example shows the use of PS to add a personal sentiment at the end of a message.Tatoeba #848270 by sacredceltic, translation #1357022 by sacredceltic
- P.-S. N'oubliez pas de me confirmer votre présence à la réunion.PS Don't forget to confirm your attendance at the meeting.
- P.S. N'oublie pas de ramener ton maillot de bain pour la piscine !PS Don't forget to bring your swimsuit for the pool!
- PS : N'oublie pas d'apporter le livre.PS: Don't forget to bring the book.
- J'ai ajouté un PS à mon message.I added a PS to my message.
Example conversation
Manon and Lucas are discussing a letter they are writing.
- ManonEst-ce que je dois écrire un PS ?Should I write a PS?
- LucasOui, Lucas pense que c'est une bonne idée.Yes, Lucas thinks it's a good idea.
- ManonParfait, je vais ajouter mon PS maintenant.Perfect, I'll add my PS now.
- LucasC'est parfait, Manon.That's perfect, Manon.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
