How to Say “Sup” in French

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quoi de neuf
/kwa d(ə) nœf/
The French phrase for "sup" is quoi de neuf.
quoi de neuf is an informal greeting used to ask someone what is happening in their life.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase literally translates to "what of new".

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

quoi de neuf is informal and should be used with friends or peers rather than in professional settings. You might also use the informal greeting Salut among friends, family or acquaintances.

When do people say it?

A common and natural response to quoi de neuf is Pas grand-chose, which means "not much".

Did you know?

  • The French word neuf has a double meaning and can refer to both 'new' and 'nine'.
  • The French word neuf comes from the Latin novus, the same root used for the English word 'novel'.
  • In very casual settings, French speakers might drop the quoi entirely and just say de neuf ? to a close friend.

Examples in context

  • Salut ! Quoi de neuf ?
    Hi! What's up?
  • Salut, quoi de neuf ?
    Hi, what's up?
  • Alors, quoi de neuf depuis la dernière fois ?
    So, what's new since the last time?
  • Pas grand-chose, et toi, quoi de neuf ?
    Not much, and you, what's up?

Example conversation

Chloé and Hugo meet at a cafe.

  1. Chloé

    Salut Hugo ! Quoi de neuf ?
    Hi Hugo! What's up?
  2. Hugo

    Pas grand-chose, et toi ?
    Not much, and you?
  3. Chloé

    Ça va, je commence un nouveau job.
    I'm good, I'm starting a new job.
  4. Hugo

    C'est super, félicitations !
    That's great, congratulations!

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