Meaning
To put clothes and belongings into luggage for a trip.
Cultural Background
Packing is often associated with the 'départ en vacances', a sacred time in French culture. The term is used identically, though 'bagages' is also very common. Used in the same way, often in the context of mountain trips.
Use the plural
Using 'faire ses valises' sounds more natural when talking about a big trip.
The 'dé-' prefix
Remember 'défaire' means to unpack. It's a great way to double your vocabulary.
Meaning
To put clothes and belongings into luggage for a trip.
Use the plural
Using 'faire ses valises' sounds more natural when talking about a big trip.
The 'dé-' prefix
Remember 'défaire' means to unpack. It's a great way to double your vocabulary.
Travel talk
French people love talking about their travel plans. This phrase is a perfect conversation starter.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
Je dois _____ la valise pour demain.
The collocation is 'faire la valise'.
Choose the correct form.
Elle _____ ses valises.
Third person singular conjugation.
Match the phrase.
Faire la valise = ?
It means packing.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tu pars ? B: Oui, je _____.
Context of leaving.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesJe dois _____ la valise pour demain.
The collocation is 'faire la valise'.
Elle _____ ses valises.
Third person singular conjugation.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It means packing.
A: Tu pars ? B: Oui, je _____.
Context of leaving.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, use 'faire mon sac'.
It is neutral.
Use 'faire mes valises'.
Yes, it is the standard collocation.
Yes, it is correct but less common.
Use 'défaire la valise'.
Yes, it is universal.
It can imply it.
Related Phrases
Préparer ses bagages
synonymPrepare luggage
Faire ses cartons
similarPack boxes
Partir en voyage
builds onGo on a trip
