sui
sui is the French word for "language (name)".
Meaning: language (name)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec French, chui is a popular colloquial contraction used to mean "I am".
Did you know?
- Because suis is the first person of suivre, a sentence like je suis le guide can mean either 'I am the guide' or 'I am following the guide'.
- Using chui in a formal job interview or a written exam in France or Canada would be considered a serious grammatical error.
- The ambiguity of je suis is a favorite tool for French poets and pun-makers. They often use the phrase in titles or verses to create a double meaning between 'being' and 'following' a certain path or feeling.
Examples in context
- J'suis en vacancesI am on vacation
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are discussing their language classes.
- EmmaTu as commencé tes cours de sui ?Did you start your Sui classes?
- LucasOui, j'apprends le sui depuis lundi.Yes, I've been learning Sui since Monday.
- EmmaC'est super, Lucas !That's great, Lucas!
- LucasMerci Emma, c'est passionnant.Thank you Emma, it's fascinating.
