nous sommes ensemble
The English phrase "we are together" is translated into French as nous sommes ensemble.
This phrase is used to state that two or more people are in the same place or are in a relationship.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of nous (we), sommes (are) and ensemble (together).
How does it change in a sentence?
In spoken or informal French, on est ensemble is frequently used instead of nous sommes ensemble to mean "we are together". You might also say On est ensemble depuis un moment to express togetherness for a while.
Did you know?
- In some regional dialects of France, people traditionally used je instead of nous to say 'we'. This habit was often mocked as peasant-like by writers such as Molière starting in the 15th century.
- The word ensemble is not just an adverb for 'together' but also a noun used to describe a matching set of clothes.
Examples in context
- Quand nous sommes ensemble, le temps semble s'arrêter.When we are together, time seems to stand still.This sentence shows how the phrase can be used to describe a feeling of time passing when people are together.Tatoeba #1686928 by Rovo, translation #954623 by CK
- Nous sommes ensemble dans le jardin.We are together in the garden.This sentence shows the phrase used to describe physical proximity in a specific location.Tatoeba #13935330 by mervert1, translation #5098780 by Airvian
- Nous sommes ensemble depuis trois ans.We have been together for three years.
Example conversation
Chloé and Gabriel are talking about their relationship status.
- GabrielEst-ce que vous êtes toujours en couple ?Are you two still a couple?
- ChloéOui, nous sommes ensemble et très heureux.Yes, we are together and very happy.
- GabrielC'est merveilleux pour vous deux.That is wonderful for both of you.
- ChloéMerci beaucoup, Gabriel.Thank you very much, Gabriel.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ensemble, nous, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
