Bedeutung
To demonstrate one's abilities or worth.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the French corporate world, 'faire ses preuves' is often linked to the 'période d'essai' (probationary period), which is legally mandated and strictly observed. In Quebec, the phrase is used similarly but often carries a North American 'can-do' attitude, emphasizing hard work over social status. In Francophone West Africa, 'faire ses preuves' can also involve showing respect for elders and community values before being given leadership roles. Belgian usage often emphasizes humility; 'faire ses preuves' is seen as a quiet, steady demonstration of skill rather than a flashy display.
The 'Avoir' Trick
Use 'C'est une valeur sûre, elle a fait ses preuves' to describe anything reliable, from a car to a recipe.
Agreement is Key
Don't forget to change 'ses' to 'mes' or 'tes'. It's the most common mistake for B2 learners.
Bedeutung
To demonstrate one's abilities or worth.
The 'Avoir' Trick
Use 'C'est une valeur sûre, elle a fait ses preuves' to describe anything reliable, from a car to a recipe.
Agreement is Key
Don't forget to change 'ses' to 'mes' or 'tes'. It's the most common mistake for B2 learners.
The Interview Secret
In a French job interview, saying 'Je suis prêt à faire mes preuves' shows humility and determination, which is highly valued.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'faire ses preuves'.
Je viens de commencer ce stage, je dois encore ________.
The subject is 'Je', so the possessive must be 'mes'.
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly to mean 'tried and tested'?
Select the correct option:
'Avoir fait ses preuves' is the standard idiom for something reliable.
What would the manager say to a new employee?
Manager: 'Vous avez du talent, mais ici, vous devez ________.'
The manager is speaking to 'Vous'.
Match the situation to the sentence.
Situation: A new scientific theory is published but not yet verified.
If it's not yet verified, it 'still needs to prove itself'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Preuve vs Épreuve
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenJe viens de commencer ce stage, je dois encore ________.
The subject is 'Je', so the possessive must be 'mes'.
Select the correct option:
'Avoir fait ses preuves' is the standard idiom for something reliable.
Manager: 'Vous avez du talent, mais ici, vous devez ________.'
The manager is speaking to 'Vous'.
Situation: A new scientific theory is published but not yet verified.
If it's not yet verified, it 'still needs to prove itself'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! You can say 'Cette machine a fait ses preuves' to mean it is reliable.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
'Faire ses armes' is about learning; 'faire ses preuves' is about proving you have already learned.
No, it is almost always plural: 'faire mes preuves'.
Yes: 'Il n'a pas encore fait ses preuves' (He hasn't proven himself yet).
In this idiom, it means 'demonstrations of ability', though the word 'preuve' usually means evidence.
Absolutely: 'Je ferai mes preuves'.
Yes, it is very common in all Francophone regions.
There isn't a single idiom, but you could say 'échouer' (to fail) or 'ne pas être à la hauteur'.
Yes, but be careful as it can sound a bit judgmental.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Faire ses armes
similarTo gain one's first experience.
Mettre à l'épreuve
builds onTo put someone to the test.
Montrer de quel bois on se chauffe
similarTo show what one is made of.
Gagner ses galons
synonymTo earn one's stripes.
Faire ses preuves de...
specialized formTo demonstrate a specific quality (e.g., courage).
