A1 Expression Neutral

J'ai sommeil.

I am sleepy.

Practice it

Meaning

Used to express feeling tired and wanting to sleep.

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Cultural Background

French people value clear communication about physical needs. Similar usage, though 'fatigué' is often used interchangeably.

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Avoid 'être'

Never say 'Je suis sommeil'. Always use 'avoir'.

Meaning

Used to express feeling tired and wanting to sleep.

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Avoid 'être'

Never say 'Je suis sommeil'. Always use 'avoir'.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct verb.

____-je sommeil ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ai

The expression is 'avoir sommeil'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the correct verb. Fill Blank A1

____-je sommeil ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ai

The expression is 'avoir sommeil'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it is neutral and polite.

Related Phrases

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Faire dodo

synonym

To sleep (childish)

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Aller au lit

builds on

To go to bed

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