How do you say "If possible" in French?

"If possible" in French is "Si c'est possible". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘If possible’ in French

Q: What does "Si c'est possible" mean in English?

"Si c'est possible" means "If possible" in English. Usage tip: French often says [Si c'est possible] where English would shorten it to "if possible." The full little clause is normal and very common.

Si c'est possible

see say ay poh-see-bluh

[see say ay poh-see-bluh]

💬 Usage Tip: French often says [Si c'est possible] where English would shorten it to "if possible." The full little clause is normal and very common.

Phrase Breakdown

[see]

Introduces a condition: only if something can be done.

Example

Si c'est possible, nous voudrions une table en terrasse.

If possible, we would like a table on the terrace.

C'est possible

say ay poh-see-bluh

It's possible

Expression used to say that something can be done.

Example

C'est possible de réserver en ligne.

It is possible to book online.

Words in this phrase

[say]

it / this

Contracted form used in 'c'est' to mean 'it' or 'this'.

Example

Si c'est possible, pouvez-vous enlever le fromage ?

If possible, can you remove the cheese?

est

[ay]

Form of 'être' meaning 'is' in the expression 'c'est'.

Example

Si c'est possible, j'aimerais un menu végétarien.

If possible, I would like a vegetarian menu.

possible

[poh-see-bluh]

possible

Means something is feasible or can be arranged.

Example

Si c'est possible, nous préférons éviter les noix.

If possible, we prefer to avoid nuts.

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