意味
To use the train as a mode of transportation.
文化的背景
The SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français) is the state-owned rail company. Taking the train is often seen as a more 'civilized' and relaxing way to travel than driving, especially with the TGV. In Paris, 'prendre le train' often refers to the RER or Transilien, which connect the suburbs to the city center. It's a key part of the 'métro, boulot, dodo' (subway, work, sleep) lifestyle. Strikes (grèves) are a common part of the rail experience in France. It's a frequent topic of conversation and a source of both frustration and national humor. There is a strong push in France to 'prendre le train' instead of taking short-haul flights to reduce carbon emissions. Some domestic flights have even been banned where a train alternative exists.
Use 'le', not 'en'
Always remember: 'Prendre LE train' but 'Aller EN train'.
Watch the 's'
Don't forget the 's' in 'Je prends' and 'Tu prends'.
意味
To use the train as a mode of transportation.
Use 'le', not 'en'
Always remember: 'Prendre LE train' but 'Aller EN train'.
Watch the 's'
Don't forget the 's' in 'Je prends' and 'Tu prends'.
TGV vs Train
If you're going between big cities, say 'Prendre le TGV' to sound more like a local.
The Strike Talk
If your train is delayed, a simple 'C'est la SNCF...' with a shrug is a very French way to react.
自分をテスト
Conjugate the verb 'prendre' in the present tense.
Je ______ le train pour aller à l'école.
The first person singular (je) of 'prendre' is 'prends'.
Choose the correct article and noun.
Nous allons prendre ______.
After 'prendre', we use the definite article 'le' for transportation.
Complete the dialogue at the station.
Voyageur: Bonjour, je voudrais ______ pour Bordeaux. Agent: Oui, il y a un TGV à 14h.
'Prendre le train' is the standard way to express wanting to travel by rail.
Match the sentence to the correct context.
Sentence: 'On a pris le train de 8h.'
'A pris' is the passé composé, indicating a completed action in the past.
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4 問題Je ______ le train pour aller à l'école.
The first person singular (je) of 'prendre' is 'prends'.
Nous allons prendre ______.
After 'prendre', we use the definite article 'le' for transportation.
Voyageur: Bonjour, je voudrais ______ pour Bordeaux. Agent: Oui, il y a un TGV à 14h.
'Prendre le train' is the standard way to express wanting to travel by rail.
Sentence: 'On a pris le train de 8h.'
'A pris' is the passé composé, indicating a completed action in the past.
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よくある質問
10 問Yes, if you are talking about any train in general, but 'prendre le train' is more common when you have a specific journey in mind.
'Prendre le train' focuses on the action of using the service. 'Aller en train' focuses on the mode of transport used to reach a destination.
You say 'J'ai raté le train' or 'J'ai manqué le train'.
It is neutral. It's appropriate for all situations.
No. It's 'prendre le train', not 'prendre au train'.
You can still use 'prendre le train' or the more informal 'choper le train'.
You can say 'prendre le TGV'.
Yes, it is used throughout the French-speaking world.
Usually, people say 'prendre le métro', but 'prendre le train' can be used for suburban trains like the RER.
Je prendrai, tu prendras, il prendra, nous prendrons, vous prendrez, ils prendront.
関連フレーズ
Rater le train
contrastTo miss the train
Prendre le métro
similarTo take the subway
Aller en train
synonymTo go by train
Monter dans le train
specialized formTo board the train
Changer de train
builds onTo change trains
