How do you say "I can" in French?

"I can" in French is "Je peux". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘I can’ in French

Q: What does "Je peux" mean in English?

"Je peux" means "I can" in English. Usage tip: [Je peux] is written with [x], but you hear it as (zhuh puh). The [x] is silent here, as in many forms of [pouvoir].

Je peux

zhuh puh

[zhuh puh]

💬 Usage Tip: [Je peux] is written with [x], but you hear it as (zhuh puh). The [x] is silent here, as in many forms of [pouvoir].

Phrase Breakdown

[zhuh]

First-person singular subject pronoun.

Example

Je peux vous envoyer mon CV après l'événement.

I can send you my CV after the event.

peux

[puh]

can

Form of pouvoir meaning to be able to or can.

Example

Je peux vous présenter mes compétences en quelques minutes.

I can present my skills to you in a few minutes.

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