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- Verb: 'cliquer' (to click)
- CEFR Level: A2
- Meaning: To press a mouse button or tap a screen to select or activate.
- Common use: Digital interactions, instructions, gaming.
- Definition
- The verb "cliquer" means to perform the action of clicking, typically with a mouse or a touch-sensitive screen. It's a fundamental verb in the digital age, used whenever you interact with a computer, smartphone, or tablet by pressing a button or icon.
- Usage
- You use "cliquer" in everyday conversations about using technology. Whether you're browsing the internet, playing a game, or working on a document, the act of clicking is often described with this verb. It's a very common and practical word for anyone engaging with digital devices.
Il faut cliquer sur le bouton pour continuer.
J'ai oublié de cliquer sur "enregistrer".
Peux-tu cliquer ici pour voir le menu ?
- Contexts
- Online shopping (cliquer sur "ajouter au panier"), navigation (cliquer sur un lien), gaming (cliquer pour attaquer), software use (cliquer sur "ouvrir", "enregistrer", "annuler"), mobile apps (cliquer sur une icône).
- Basic Structure
- The most common structure is "cliquer sur" followed by the object being clicked. For instance, "cliquer sur un bouton" (to click on a button). The verb conjugates like other regular -er verbs.
Il faut cliquer sur le lien pour télécharger le fichier.
- With Direct Objects
- Sometimes, "cliquer" can be used without "sur" if the context is very clear, or with an implied object. However, "cliquer sur" is more standard.
Ne cliquez pas sur cette publicité.
- Imperative Form
- The imperative is useful for giving instructions. For example, "Clique ici" (Click here) or "Cliquez ici" (Click here - formal/plural).
Clique sur "Accepter" pour continuer.
- Past Tense
- In the past tense, "avoir" is the auxiliary verb. For example, "J'ai cliqué" (I clicked).
Elle a cliqué sur le mauvais bouton.
- Future Tense
- The future tense is formed by adding endings to the infinitive. For instance, "Nous cliquerons" (We will click).
Vous devrez cliquer ici pour vous inscrire.
- Everyday Tech Interactions
- You'll hear "cliquer" constantly in any situation involving computers or smartphones. Friends might say, "J'ai cliqué sur une annonce par erreur" (I clicked on an ad by mistake), or a colleague might ask, "As-tu cliqué sur le bouton d'envoi ?" (Did you click the send button?). It's part of the common vocabulary for digital navigation.
Pour acheter, il faut cliquer sur "Ajouter au panier".
- Online Tutorials and Help
- Instructional videos and help guides are prime places to hear "cliquer." They will often direct you: "Maintenant, vous devez cliquer sur l'icône en forme d'engrenage." (Now, you must click on the gear-shaped icon.)
Si vous voyez ce message, cliquez sur "Ignorer".
- Gaming Contexts
- Gamers will use "cliquer" frequently. Instructions might be, "Il faut cliquer rapidement pour gagner des points," or "J'ai cliqué sur le monstre et il a disparu." (I clicked on the monster and it disappeared.)
Dans ce jeu, vous cliquez pour lancer des sorts.
- Technical Support
- When troubleshooting or receiving technical assistance, you will often be told to "cliquer sur le bouton "Paramètres"" (click on the "Settings" button) or "Veuillez cliquer sur "Suivant" pour continuer." (Please click "Next" to continue.)
- Incorrect Preposition Use
- A common error is using the wrong preposition after "cliquer." While "sur" is the most frequent and generally correct preposition when referring to clicking on an object (like a button or link), learners might sometimes omit it or use another preposition incorrectly. Stick to "cliquer sur" for most situations.
Incorrect: J'ai cliqué le bouton.
Correct: J'ai cliqué sur le bouton.
- Confusing with Similar Verbs
- While less common for "cliquer" due to its specific meaning, learners might sometimes confuse it with verbs related to touching or pressing in a more general sense, especially if they are thinking of touchscreens. "Cliquer" is specifically about the digital action of selection.
Incorrect: J'ai touché l'icône.
Correct: J'ai cliqué sur l'icône.
- Verb Conjugation Errors
- Like any verb, "cliquer" can be subject to conjugation errors, especially in more complex tenses or with irregular subjects. Ensure you are using the correct endings for the subject and tense.
Incorrect: Nous cliquons sur le lien hier.
Correct: Nous avons cliqué sur le lien hier.
- Overuse or Misapplication
- While "cliquer" is common, it's specifically for the digital action. You wouldn't "cliquer" on a physical object in the real world (unless you're being metaphorical or humorous). Using it for non-digital actions would sound odd.
- Appuyer sur
- This means "to press." It's a more general term and can be used for physical buttons as well as digital ones. When referring specifically to a mouse click or a tap on a screen, "cliquer" is more precise.
- Example: Appuyer sur le bouton d'alimentation. (Press the power button.) vs. Cliquer sur le bouton "Démarrer". (Click the "Start" button.)
- Sélectionner
- This means "to select." It describes the outcome of an action, which is often a click. You might select an item by clicking on it.
- Example: Cliquer sur l'élément pour le sélectionner. (Click on the item to select it.)
- Naviguer
- This means "to navigate." Clicking is a primary way to navigate websites and applications.
- Example: Il faut cliquer sur plusieurs liens pour naviguer sur le site. (You have to click on several links to navigate the site.)
- Taper
- This means "to type." It's distinct from clicking, as it involves entering text, not selecting an option.
- Example: Vous devez taper votre mot de passe, puis cliquer sur "Connexion". (You must type your password, then click on "Login".)
- Toucher (on touchscreens)
- While "toucher" means "to touch," in the context of touchscreens, it's often used interchangeably with "cliquer" by native speakers. However, "cliquer" is more specific to the digital action of selection.
- Example: Touchez l'écran pour activer. (Touch the screen to activate.) vs. Cliquez sur l'icône. (Click on the icon.)
How Formal Is It?
Wusstest du?
While 'cliquer' is a direct loanword, French has also developed its own terms for related concepts. For instance, 'pointer' means to point (with a mouse), and 'sélectionner' means to select, which is often the result of a click. The verb 'cliquer' has become so ingrained that it's now a standard part of everyday French, especially for younger generations.
Aussprachehilfe
- Pronouncing the final 'e' too strongly, making it sound like 'clique-AY'.
- Confusing the vowel sound in 'cli' with a longer 'ee' sound.
- Adding an unnecessary 'r' sound at the end.
Schwierigkeitsgrad
This is an A2 level word, meaning it's encountered early in learning. Reading difficulty is low as it's very common in online content and instructions.
Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest
Voraussetzungen
Als Nächstes lernen
Fortgeschritten
Wichtige Grammatik
Verb Conjugation of -er verbs
'Cliquer' follows the regular pattern for -er verbs in French: je clique, tu cliques, il/elle clique, nous cliquons, vous cliquez, ils/elles cliquent.
Use of 'sur' with verbs of action
Many verbs indicating action directed towards an object use the preposition 'sur', such as 'appuyer sur', 'marcher sur', and 'cliquer sur'.
The Passé Composé
To talk about a past click, use the passé composé: 'J'ai cliqué' (I clicked), 'Elle a cliqué' (She clicked).
The Imperative Mood
For instructions, use the imperative: 'Clique ici' (Click here - informal singular), 'Cliquez ici' (Click here - formal/plural).
Infinitive of Purpose
Use 'pour' + infinitive to explain the reason for clicking: 'Je clique pour ouvrir le fichier' (I click to open the file).
Beispiele nach Niveau
Clique ici.
Click here.
Imperative form of 'cliquer' for 'tu'.
Je clique sur le bouton.
I click on the button.
Present tense, first person singular.
Il faut cliquer.
One must click.
'Il faut' expresses necessity.
Cliquez pour ouvrir.
Click to open.
Imperative form of 'cliquer' for 'vous'.
Elle clique sur 'oui'.
She clicks on 'yes'.
Present tense, third person singular.
On clique sur le lien.
We click on the link.
'On' is often used for 'we' or 'one'.
Cliquez ici pour voir.
Click here to see.
Imperative form with an infinitive clause.
J'ai cliqué par erreur.
I clicked by mistake.
Past tense (passé composé).
Pour acheter, vous devez cliquer sur 'Ajouter au panier'.
To buy, you must click on 'Add to Cart'.
Infinitive phrase 'Pour acheter' followed by 'devoir' + infinitive.
N'oubliez pas de cliquer sur 'Enregistrer' avant de quitter.
Don't forget to click on 'Save' before leaving.
Negative imperative 'N'oubliez pas de' + infinitive.
Il a cliqué sur le mauvais article.
He clicked on the wrong item.
Passé composé with 'avoir'.
Peux-tu cliquer sur ce lien pour moi ?
Can you click on this link for me?
Question using 'Pouvoir' + infinitive.
Nous allons cliquer sur 'Suivant' pour continuer.
We will click on 'Next' to continue.
Future proche ('aller' + infinitive).
Elle préfère cliquer avec le bouton gauche.
She prefers to click with the left button.
Verb 'préférer' + infinitive.
Si vous cliquez ici, vous verrez la page.
If you click here, you will see the page.
Conditional sentence: Si + present, future simple.
L'utilisateur doit cliquer sur l'icône pour lancer le programme.
The user must click on the icon to launch the program.
'Devoir' + infinitive for obligation.
Une fois que vous avez cliqué sur le bouton, attendez la confirmation.
Once you have clicked on the button, wait for confirmation.
Subordinating conjunction 'Une fois que' followed by passé composé.
Il est important de cliquer sur le bon bouton pour éviter les erreurs.
It is important to click on the correct button to avoid errors.
'Il est important de' + infinitive.
Chaque fois qu'elle clique sur une publicité, une nouvelle fenêtre s'ouvre.
Every time she clicks on an ad, a new window opens.
Temporal phrase 'Chaque fois que' + present tense.
Pour modifier votre profil, veuillez cliquer sur le lien 'Mon compte'.
To modify your profile, please click on the 'My Account' link.
Infinitive of purpose + formal imperative.
Le système vous demandera de cliquer sur 'Continuer' après l'installation.
The system will ask you to click on 'Continue' after installation.
Future simple + infinitive clause.
J'ai essayé de cliquer sur le lien, mais il ne fonctionne pas.
I tried to click on the link, but it doesn't work.
Passé composé of 'essayer de' + infinitive.
Si le téléchargement ne commence pas, essayez de cliquer à nouveau.
If the download doesn't start, try clicking again.
Conditional sentence + imperative of 'essayer de'.
Il est interdit de cliquer sur des liens suspects.
It is forbidden to click on suspicious links.
'Il est interdit de' + infinitive.
Après avoir cliqué sur le bouton de soumission, vous recevrez un email de confirmation.
After clicking on the submit button, you will receive a confirmation email.
Anterior infinitive 'Après avoir cliqué'.
La plupart des utilisateurs ont tendance à cliquer sur les éléments visuellement attrayants.
Most users tend to click on visually appealing elements.
'Avoir tendance à' + infinitive.
Le logiciel vous invite à cliquer sur 'Installer' pour procéder.
The software prompts you to click on 'Install' to proceed.
'Inviter à' + infinitive.
Il est déconseillé de cliquer sur des pop-ups non sollicités.
It is not recommended to click on unsolicited pop-ups.
'Il est déconseillé de' + infinitive.
En cliquant sur ce bouton, vous acceptez nos conditions d'utilisation.
By clicking on this button, you accept our terms of use.
Gerund 'En cliquant' indicating manner.
Elle a cliqué sur l'option 'Mode sombre' pour réduire la fatigue oculaire.
She clicked on the 'Dark Mode' option to reduce eye strain.
Passé composé with infinitive of purpose.
Les instructions stipulent qu'il faut cliquer sur le fichier pour l'ouvrir.
The instructions state that one must click on the file to open it.
'Stipuler que' + subjunctive (or indicative depending on nuance), here indicative 'il faut'.
Le système réagit immédiatement lorsque l'utilisateur clique sur l'icône.
The system reacts immediately when the user clicks on the icon.
Temporal clause 'lorsque' + present tense.
L'ergonomie du site web encourage l'utilisateur à cliquer sur les éléments interactifs.
The website's ergonomics encourage the user to click on interactive elements.
'Encourager à' + infinitive.
Il est primordial de ne pas cliquer sur des liens dont la provenance est douteuse.
It is paramount not to click on links whose origin is questionable.
'Il est primordial de' + infinitive, relative pronoun 'dont'.
Le simple fait de cliquer sur une notification peut déclencher des processus indésirables.
The mere act of clicking on a notification can trigger unwanted processes.
Nominalization 'Le simple fait de' + infinitive.
Les développeurs ont optimisé l'interface pour minimiser le nombre de clics nécessaires.
The developers have optimized the interface to minimize the number of clicks required.
Passé composé with infinitive of purpose.
L'action de cliquer sur 'Accepter' implique une adhésion formelle aux termes.
The action of clicking on 'Accept' implies formal adherence to the terms.
Nominalization 'L'action de' + infinitive.
Nous avons observé que les utilisateurs cliquent préférentiellement sur les éléments en haut de page.
We have observed that users preferentially click on elements at the top of the page.
Passé composé of 'observer que' + present indicative.
Il est impératif de vérifier l'URL avant de cliquer sur un lien de paiement.
It is imperative to check the URL before clicking on a payment link.
'Il est impératif de' + infinitive.
La réactivité de l'interface permet de cliquer sans délai.
The interface's responsiveness allows clicking without delay.
Nominalization 'La réactivité de' + infinitive.
La prolifération des interfaces tactiles a rendu l'acte de cliquer moins prédominant, bien que toujours essentiel.
The proliferation of touch interfaces has made the act of clicking less predominant, although still essential.
Complex sentence structure with subordinate clauses and contrasting conjunctions.
Une analyse comportementale révèle que les internautes cliquent souvent sur des éléments trompeurs par inadvertance.
Behavioral analysis reveals that internet users often click on deceptive elements inadvertently.
Complex sentence with nominalization and adverbial phrases.
L'ingénierie sociale repose en partie sur la manipulation psychologique incitant les victimes à cliquer sur des liens malveillants.
Social engineering relies in part on psychological manipulation, prompting victims to click on malicious links.
Complex sentence with participial phrases and abstract nouns.
La conception d'une expérience utilisateur optimale vise à rendre le processus de cliquer intuitif et fluide.
The design of an optimal user experience aims to make the clicking process intuitive and fluid.
Abstract nouns and complex nominal structures.
Il convient de ne pas sous-estimer la puissance d'un simple clic pour initier des changements majeurs.
One should not underestimate the power of a simple click to initiate major changes.
Formal expression 'Il convient de' + infinitive.
La psychologie cognitive éclaire les mécanismes sous-jacents qui nous poussent à cliquer sur certains stimuli visuels.
Cognitive psychology sheds light on the underlying mechanisms that drive us to click on certain visual stimuli.
Specialized vocabulary and complex sentence structure.
Le dilemme réside dans la nécessité de cliquer pour accéder à l'information tout en évitant les pièges en ligne.
The dilemma lies in the necessity of clicking to access information while avoiding online pitfalls.
Abstract concepts and complex sentence construction.
L'automatisation des tâches repose souvent sur des déclencheurs, parmi lesquels le clic est primordial.
Task automation often relies on triggers, among which clicking is paramount.
Specialized vocabulary and formal structure.
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
— One must click / It is necessary to click.
Pour continuer, il faut cliquer sur 'Suivant'.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
'Appuyer' means 'to press' and is more general. While you can 'appuyer sur' a button, 'cliquer' specifically refers to the action of selecting or activating in a digital interface.
'Toucher' means 'to touch'. On touchscreens, it can be used similarly to 'cliquer', but 'cliquer' is more precise for the digital action of selection or activation.
'Sélectionner' means 'to select'. Clicking is usually the action that *results* in a selection, rather than the selection itself.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
— This idiom implies that an idea suddenly makes sense or that someone has an epiphany. It's like something 'clicks' into place in your mind.
Quand il a expliqué le concept, ça a cliqué dans ma tête.
Informal— Literally means 'to do a right-click'. It's a specific technical term for using the secondary mouse button, often used to access a context menu.
Faites un clic droit sur le fichier pour voir les options.
Technical/Neutral— To click like a mouse. This is a very literal phrase, not a true idiom, but it emphasizes the repetitive or precise nature of clicking.
Il cliquait comme une souris sur chaque élément de l'interface.
Descriptive/NeutralLeicht verwechselbar
Both 'appuyer' and 'cliquer' involve pressing something.
'Appuyer sur' is a general term for pressing any kind of button or surface. 'Cliquer' is specifically used for the digital action of selecting or activating an element using a mouse or a touch screen. You 'appuyez sur' the power button of your TV, but you 'cliquez sur' a link on a website.
J'ai appuyé sur le bouton de la souris. (I pressed the mouse button.) vs. J'ai cliqué sur le bouton 'OK'. (I clicked on the 'OK' button.)
On touchscreens, the physical action of touching a screen often corresponds to the digital action of clicking.
'Toucher' means 'to touch'. While it's used for touchscreens, 'cliquer' is more specific to the digital interaction of selection or activation. You might 'toucher' a screen to wake it up, but you 'cliquez sur' an icon to open an app.
Touchez l'écran pour commencer. (Touch the screen to begin.) vs. Cliquez sur l'application pour la lancer. (Click on the app to launch it.)
Clicking is often the method used to select something.
'Sélectionner' means 'to select', describing the outcome of an action. 'Cliquer' is the action itself, the physical or digital press that often leads to selection. You 'cliquez sur' an item to 'sélectionner' it.
Cliquez sur le mot pour le sélectionner. (Click on the word to select it.)
Clicking is a primary way to navigate digital interfaces.
'Naviguer' means 'to navigate', referring to the overall process of moving through a digital space (like a website). 'Cliquer' is one of the specific actions used to achieve navigation, such as clicking on links or buttons.
Il navigue sur le site en cliquant sur les différentes sections. (He navigates the site by clicking on the different sections.)
Using a mouse involves pointing before clicking.
'Pointer' means 'to point' or 'to aim' (typically with a mouse cursor). 'Cliquer' is the action of pressing the mouse button. You 'pointer' the cursor at an item and then 'cliquez' on it.
Pointez la flèche sur le bouton, puis cliquez. (Point the arrow at the button, then click.)
Satzmuster
Clique ici.
Clique ici pour voir.
Je clique sur [noun].
Je clique sur le lien.
Il faut cliquer sur [noun].
Il faut cliquer sur 'Accepter'.
Elle a cliqué sur [noun].
Elle a cliqué sur la mauvaise image.
N'oubliez pas de cliquer sur [noun].
N'oubliez pas de cliquer sur 'Enregistrer'.
Pour [action], cliquez sur [noun].
Pour télécharger, cliquez sur le bouton.
Après avoir cliqué sur [noun], [next action].
Après avoir cliqué sur 'Envoyer', vous recevrez un email.
En cliquant sur [noun], vous [result].
En cliquant sur ce bouton, vous acceptez les conditions.
Wortfamilie
Substantive
Verben
Verwandt
So verwendest du es
Very High (in digital contexts)
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Omitting 'sur' after 'cliquer'.
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J'ai cliqué sur le bouton.
While sometimes omitted in very informal spoken French, 'cliquer sur' is the standard and correct construction to indicate what is being clicked. Omitting 'sur' can sound incomplete or grammatically incorrect.
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Using 'appuyer' instead of 'cliquer' for digital actions.
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Cliquez sur le lien.
'Appuyer' means 'to press' and is more general. 'Cliquer' is specific to the digital action of selecting or activating. You press the mouse button ('appuyer sur le bouton de la souris'), but you click on the link ('cliquer sur le lien').
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Incorrect conjugation in past or future tenses.
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Elle a cliqué sur 'Oui'.
Like any regular -er verb, 'cliquer' needs correct auxiliary verbs (avoir) and endings for tenses like the passé composé and future. Ensure you use 'avoir' and the correct past participle ('cliqué').
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Pronouncing the final 'er' as in English 'er'.
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The pronunciation is cli-KEH.
The final 'er' in French verbs is typically pronounced with a soft 'eh' sound, not like the English 'er' sound. It's a short, unstressed vowel sound.
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Using 'cliquer' for non-digital actions.
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Il a appuyé sur la sonnette.
'Cliquer' is specifically for digital interfaces. For physical actions like pressing a doorbell, use 'appuyer sur'. Using 'cliquer' for a doorbell would sound unnatural.
Tipps
Master 'Cliquer Sur'
The most frequent and versatile way to use 'cliquer' is with the preposition 'sur'. Always try to use 'cliquer sur' followed by the noun representing the element you are interacting with (e.g., 'cliquer sur le bouton', 'cliquer sur le lien'). This construction is universally understood and correct in almost all digital contexts.
Pronounce the Final 'e'
Remember that in French, the final 'e' in 'cliquer' is usually pronounced, though softly. It's not silent like in some English words. Aim for a light 'uh' sound at the end: cli-KEH. Avoid pronouncing it like 'clique' (as in 'click' in English) or 'clic-AY'.
Know Your Alternatives
While 'cliquer' is the go-to verb for clicking, be aware of related terms like 'appuyer' (to press, more general), 'toucher' (to touch, for touchscreens), and 'sélectionner' (to select, the outcome). Understanding these helps you grasp the specific meaning of 'cliquer'.
Practice in Sentences
Actively try to incorporate 'cliquer' into your French sentences, especially when describing your interaction with technology. Write sentences about your daily computer use or imagine giving instructions to someone. The more you use it, the more natural it will become.
Regular Verb Conjugation
'Cliquer' is a regular -er verb, which makes its conjugation straightforward. Familiarize yourself with the present, passé composé, and future tenses, as these are the most commonly encountered.
Recognize the Loanword
Understand that 'cliquer' comes from English 'click'. This awareness can help you recall the word and understand its specific digital context. It's a testament to how technology influences language globally.
Use Imperatives for Instructions
When giving commands or instructions, use the imperative forms: 'Clique ici' (informal singular) or 'Cliquez ici' (formal/plural). This is very common in user guides and tutorials.
Understand Metaphorical Usage
Be aware of the idiomatic use of 'cliquer' in phrases like 'ça clique dans la tête', meaning something makes sense or an idea dawns. This shows the word's versatility beyond its literal digital meaning.
Learn Common Collocations
Memorize common phrases like 'cliquer sur un lien', 'cliquer sur un bouton', and 'cliquer pour ouvrir'. These fixed expressions will greatly improve your fluency and accuracy when talking about digital actions.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Imagine a small mouse (souris) that makes a sharp 'clic' sound every time it presses a button. The French word 'cliquer' sounds like that 'clic' sound.
Visuelle Assoziation
Picture a computer mouse with a large, friendly button. When you press it, it makes a distinct 'clic' sound. The French word 'cliquer' is the sound and action of that button press.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to describe your daily computer use in French, using the word 'cliquer' as many times as you can. For example, 'Je me lève et je clique sur mon téléphone pour regarder l'heure. Ensuite, je clique sur l'icône de mon email pour voir les messages.' Keep track of how often you use it.
Wortherkunft
The word 'cliquer' is a relatively recent addition to the French language, directly borrowed from the English word 'click'. This borrowing reflects the global dominance of English in computing and technology.
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: The English word 'click' itself likely originated from an onomatopoeic source, imitating the sound made by a light, sharp impact.
Germanic (via English)Kultureller Kontext
There are no particular sensitivities associated with the word 'cliquer'. It's a neutral, functional verb related to technology.
The word 'cliquer' is a direct calque (loan translation) from the English 'to click'. This is very common in technical vocabulary across many languages.
Im Alltag üben
Kontexte aus dem Alltag
Using a computer mouse
- cliquer sur le bouton droit
- cliquer sur le bouton gauche
- cliquer deux fois
Browsing the internet
- cliquer sur un lien
- cliquer sur une publicité
- cliquer pour visiter le site
Using smartphone apps
- cliquer sur l'icône
- cliquer pour confirmer
- cliquer pour partager
Software installation/usage
- cliquer sur 'Installer'
- cliquer sur 'Suivant'
- cliquer sur 'Enregistrer'
Online gaming
- cliquer pour attaquer
- cliquer pour choisir
- cliquer pour acheter
Gesprächseinstiege
"Qu'est-ce que vous aimez faire sur votre ordinateur ?"
"Avez-vous déjà cliqué sur quelque chose par accident ?"
"Quel est votre site web préféré sur lequel vous aimez cliquer ?"
"Comment décririez-vous l'action de cliquer à quelqu'un qui ne connaît pas les ordinateurs ?"
"Quel est le bouton le plus important sur lequel on clique dans un jeu ?"
Tagebuch-Impulse
Décrivez le processus de démarrage de votre ordinateur et toutes les actions où vous devez cliquer.
Racontez une situation où cliquer sur un lien a mené à une découverte intéressante ou inattendue.
Imaginez un monde où les gens ne peuvent plus cliquer. Comment cela changerait-il la vie quotidienne ?
Parlez d'un moment où vous avez eu du mal à trouver le bon bouton sur lequel cliquer.
Quel est le potentiel des interfaces où l'on peut cliquer ? Comment cela a-t-il changé notre façon d'interagir avec la technologie ?
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenThe most common and direct translation is the verb 'cliquer'. It's widely used in everyday digital contexts. You'll almost always hear or see 'cliquer sur' followed by the object being clicked, like 'cliquer sur un lien' (to click on a link) or 'cliquer sur un bouton' (to click on a button).
'Cliquer' is generally a neutral term, suitable for most situations. It's used in informal conversations, technical instructions, and even formal documentation related to technology. However, in very formal or literary contexts, you might find alternatives like 'actionner' or 'sélectionner', but 'cliquer' is the standard for digital actions.
Yes, absolutely! While 'toucher' (to touch) is also used for touchscreens, 'cliquer' is very commonly used to describe the action of tapping on an icon or button on a smartphone or tablet to select or activate it. It's understood universally in this context.
'Appuyer' means 'to press' and is a more general term. You can 'appuyer sur' a physical button (like on a remote control or a keyboard). 'Cliquer' is specific to the digital action of selecting or activating something with a mouse or by tapping a screen. So, you 'appuyez sur' the mouse button, and then you 'cliquez sur' the icon.
'Cliquer' is a regular -er verb. For the passé composé (past tense), you use 'avoir' as the auxiliary verb: 'j'ai cliqué' (I clicked), 'tu as cliqué' (you clicked), etc. For the future tense, you add the future endings to the infinitive: 'je cliquerai' (I will click), 'nous cliquerons' (we will click).
'Cliquer sur' is the most common construction and means 'to click on'. The preposition 'sur' indicates the target of the clicking action, such as 'cliquer sur le bouton' (to click on the button) or 'cliquer sur le lien' (to click on the link).
There isn't a single, universally accepted verb for 'unclick' in French that's as common as 'cliquer'. Often, the opposite action is described using verbs like 'décocher' (to uncheck), 'désélectionner' (to deselect), or simply by repeating the action if it's a toggle. For example, clicking a selected item might deselect it.
'Cliquer' is a loanword from English 'click'. This happened because the technology associated with clicking (computers, mice) originated and was heavily developed in English-speaking countries. As this technology spread globally, the English term was adopted into French and adapted to French pronunciation and grammar rules.
The noun form is 'un clic', which means 'a click'. You can also have the plural form 'des clics'. For example, 'J'ai fait trois clics pour ouvrir le fichier' (I made three clicks to open the file).
Yes, 'cliquer' can be used metaphorically, especially in informal French. The idiom 'ça clique dans la tête' means an idea suddenly makes sense or an epiphany occurs, as if something has 'clicked' into place mentally.
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Summary
The French verb 'cliquer' is essential for describing digital interactions, meaning 'to click' a mouse button or 'to tap' a touch screen. It's commonly used in instructions, online activities, and gaming. Remember to use 'cliquer sur' when specifying what is being clicked.
- Verb: 'cliquer' (to click)
- CEFR Level: A2
- Meaning: To press a mouse button or tap a screen to select or activate.
- Common use: Digital interactions, instructions, gaming.
Master 'Cliquer Sur'
The most frequent and versatile way to use 'cliquer' is with the preposition 'sur'. Always try to use 'cliquer sur' followed by the noun representing the element you are interacting with (e.g., 'cliquer sur le bouton', 'cliquer sur le lien'). This construction is universally understood and correct in almost all digital contexts.
Pronounce the Final 'e'
Remember that in French, the final 'e' in 'cliquer' is usually pronounced, though softly. It's not silent like in some English words. Aim for a light 'uh' sound at the end: cli-KEH. Avoid pronouncing it like 'clique' (as in 'click' in English) or 'clic-AY'.
Context is Key
While 'cliquer' is specific to digital actions, listen to how native speakers use it. You'll hear it in instructions, when discussing websites, apps, games, and general computer use. Pay attention to the surrounding words to understand the nuance.
Know Your Alternatives
While 'cliquer' is the go-to verb for clicking, be aware of related terms like 'appuyer' (to press, more general), 'toucher' (to touch, for touchscreens), and 'sélectionner' (to select, the outcome). Understanding these helps you grasp the specific meaning of 'cliquer'.
Beispiel
Il faut cliquer sur le lien pour ouvrir la page.
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