How do you say "I'm ready." in French?

"I'm ready." in French is "Je suis prêt.". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘I'm ready.’ in French

Q: What does "Je suis prêt." mean in English?

"Je suis prêt." means "I'm ready." in English. Usage tip: If the speaker is a woman, this becomes [Je suis prête.]; if a man, [Je suis prêt.]. French often changes the ending of describing words to match who is speaking.

Je suis prêt.

zhuh swee preh

[zhuh swee preh]

💬 Usage Tip: If the speaker is a woman, this becomes [Je suis prête.]; if a man, [Je suis prêt.]. French often changes the ending of describing words to match who is speaking.

Phrase Breakdown

Je suis

zhuh swee

I am

The first-person form of 'être' to say how you are.

Example

Je suis prêt.

I am ready.

Words in this phrase

[zhuh]

The pronoun used when speaking about yourself.

Example

Je suis concentré sur ma respiration.

I am focused on my breathing.

suis

[swee]

Form of the verb être used with je.

Example

Je suis sur le tapis maintenant.

I am on the mat now.

prêt

[preh]

ready

Describes being prepared to start the yoga class; masculine singular form.

Example

Je suis prêt pour la posture suivante.

I am ready for the next pose.

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