How do you say "I can come by" in French?

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

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How to Say ‘I can come by’ in French

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

"Je peux passer" means "I can come by" in English. Usage tip: [Passer] often covers both "come by" and "go by" in French, so [Je peux passer] is a normal way to offer a visit. You can reuse it with times: [Je peux passer demain matin.]

Je peux passer

zhuh puh pah-say

[zhuh puh pah-say]

💬 Usage Tip: [Passer] often covers both "come by" and "go by" in French, so [Je peux passer] is a normal way to offer a visit. You can reuse it with times: [Je peux passer demain matin.]

Phrase Breakdown

[zhuh]

Subject pronoun for the speaker.

Example

Je peux être là à 15 heures.

I can be there at 3 p.m.

peux

[puh]

can

Expresses ability or availability.

Example

Je peux vérifier le problème rapidement.

I can check the problem quickly.

passer

[pah-say]

come by / stop by

Means to visit briefly, often for practical reasons.

Example

Je vais passer chez vous cet après-midi.

I will stop by your place this afternoon.

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