Meaning
To possess the financial or practical resources for something.
Cultural Background
Direct talk about money is often avoided; this phrase is a polite way to signal financial limits. Used similarly to France, but often with a more casual tone in daily life. Standard usage, often used in professional contexts regarding budget. Used in formal business settings to discuss project feasibility.
Preposition check
Always check if you need 'de' after the phrase. It's mandatory!
Meaning
To possess the financial or practical resources for something.
Preposition check
Always check if you need 'de' after the phrase. It's mandatory!
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Je n'ai pas les moyens ____ voyager cette année.
The expression is 'avoir les moyens de'.
🎉 Score: /1
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesJe n'ai pas les moyens ____ voyager cette année.
The expression is 'avoir les moyens de'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'avoir les moyens' can refer to having the time or capacity, not just money.
Related Phrases
Se donner les moyens
builds onTo actively acquire resources
Avoir les moyens de ses ambitions
specialized formTo have resources matching goals
