How do you say "Are you / You are" in French?

"Are you / You are" in French is "Vous êtes". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘Are you / You are’ in French

Q: What does "Vous êtes" mean in English?

"Vous êtes" means "Are you / You are" in English. Usage tip: [Vous êtes] can mean either [you are] or [are you] — French often shows a yes/no question just by using question intonation: [Vous êtes le papa de Lucas ?].

Vous êtes

voo ett

[voo ett]

💬 Usage Tip: [Vous êtes] can mean either [you are] or [are you] — French often shows a yes/no question just by using question intonation: [Vous êtes le papa de Lucas ?].

Phrase Breakdown

Vous

[voo]

you

The formal or plural French word for you.

Example

Vous êtes déjà arrivé, et vous attendez devant la classe.

You have already arrived, and you are waiting in front of the classroom.

êtes

[ett]

are

A form of the verb être meaning are, used with vous.

Example

Vous êtes le parent de Léa, si je comprends bien.

You are Léa's parent, if I understand correctly.

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