How to Say ‘If possible’ in French
Si c'est possible
see say eh poh-see-bluh
[see say eh poh-see-bluh]
💬 Usage Tip: [C'] in [c'est] cannot stand alone; it must be joined to the next word. In this phrase, [Si c'est possible] is a softener, much like saying 'if possible' in English.
Phrase Breakdown
Si
[see]
if
Used to introduce a condition politely.
Dans « Si c'est possible », « Si » rend la demande plus souple.
In “Si c'est possible,” “Si” makes the request softer.
c'
[say]
it
A shortened form of 'ce' before a vowel, meaning 'it' or 'this'.
Dans « Si c'est possible », « c' » remplace « ce » devant « est ».
In “Si c'est possible,” “c'” replaces “ce” before “est.”
est
[eh]
is
The verb 'to be' in the third person singular.
Dans « Si c'est possible », « est » veut dire « is ».
In “Si c'est possible,” “est” means “is.”
possible
[poh-see-bluh]
possible
Used to ask whether something can be done.
Dans « Si c'est possible », « possible » parle de faisabilité.
In “Si c'est possible,” “possible” refers to whether it can be done.
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