Meaning
To enjoy oneself during an activity or event.
Cultural Background
In France, 'passer un bon moment' is a standard way to thank a host after a meal. In Quebec, you might also hear 'passer du bon temps', which is very common and accepted. Belgian French speakers use this phrase identically to those in France. Swiss French speakers often use this in professional contexts to build rapport.
Add an adjective
You can make it stronger by adding 'très' or 'vraiment': 'J'ai vraiment passé un bon moment!'
Social etiquette
Always say this when leaving a friend's house; it's a very polite way to say goodbye.
Meaning
To enjoy oneself during an activity or event.
Add an adjective
You can make it stronger by adding 'très' or 'vraiment': 'J'ai vraiment passé un bon moment!'
Social etiquette
Always say this when leaving a friend's house; it's a very polite way to say goodbye.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'passer'.
Nous _______ un bon moment hier soir.
The event happened in the past, so we use the passé composé.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
'Passer un bon moment' is the correct collocation.
Match the French phrase with its English meaning.
Match: 1. Passer un bon moment, 2. J'ai passé un bon moment, 3. Nous allons passer un bon moment.
Correct mapping of tense and infinitive.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'C'était une super soirée !' B: 'Oui, _________.'
The speaker is reflecting on the evening that just finished.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesNous _______ un bon moment hier soir.
The event happened in the past, so we use the passé composé.
Which sentence is correct?
'Passer un bon moment' is the correct collocation.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Correct mapping of tense and infinitive.
A: 'C'était une super soirée !' B: 'Oui, _________.'
The speaker is reflecting on the evening that just finished.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, if you are talking about a team-building event or a networking lunch. It shows you value social harmony.
It can be used for a few hours or a whole day. For a whole week, 'passer de bonnes vacances' is better.
'Moment' is a masculine noun in French.
Related Phrases
Passer du bon temps
similarTo have a good time (often longer duration)
S'amuser
synonymTo have fun
Passer une bonne soirée
specialized formTo have a good evening
Prendre du bon temps
similarTo take some good time
