How to Say ‘I have’ in French
J'ai
zh ay
[zh ay]
💬 Usage Tip: [J'] only appears joined to the next word, as in [j'ai]. Never alone.
Phrase Breakdown
J'
[zh]
I have
Shortened form of je used before a vowel sound; part of the expression meaning I have.
J' ai déjà contacté le plombier.
I have already contacted the plumber.
ai
[ay]
have
Form of avoir used with j' to say I have.
J'ai vérifié le ballon d'eau chaude.
I have checked the hot water tank.
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