How to Say ‘Of course’ in French
Bien sûr
byen syoor
[byen syoor]
Phrase Breakdown
Bien
[byen]
well
Literally means well; in this phrase it helps express agreement or certainty.
Bien sûr, je peux confirmer votre réservation.
Of course, I can confirm your reservation.
sûr
[syoor]
sure
Means sure or certain; together with bien, it means of course.
Bien sûr, c'est pour quatre personnes.
Of course, it is for four people.
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