Significado
To form a thought or suggestion in one's mind.
Contexto cultural
The French often use 'avoir une petite idée' to sound modest or to suggest they are onto something without being boastful. In Quebec, you might hear 'C'est une bonne idée' used as a filler of agreement, similar to 'That's a good point'. In some regions, 'avoir une idée' can be used more broadly to mean 'to be aware' or 'to be informed' about a situation.
Use 'petite' for politeness
Adding 'petite' (J'ai une petite idée) makes you sound more collaborative and less bossy in a group.
Avoid 'faire'
Never say 'Je fais une idée'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Significado
To form a thought or suggestion in one's mind.
Use 'petite' for politeness
Adding 'petite' (J'ai une petite idée) makes you sound more collaborative and less bossy in a group.
Avoid 'faire'
Never say 'Je fais une idée'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'avoir'.
Nous ___ une idée pour la fête.
'Nous' requires the 'avons' form of the verb avoir.
Which sentence is grammatically correct in the negative?
I don't have an idea.
In the negative, 'une' becomes 'd'' before a vowel.
Match the French phrase to its English meaning.
Phrases: 1. J'ai une idée. 2. J'ai une petite idée. 3. Je n'ai aucune idée.
A=I have an idea, B=I have a slight idea, C=I have no idea.
What would you say if you suddenly thought of a solution?
A: Comment ouvrir cette porte ? B: ___ !
'J'ai une idée' is the standard exclamation for a sudden solution.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosNous ___ une idée pour la fête.
'Nous' requires the 'avons' form of the verb avoir.
I don't have an idea.
In the negative, 'une' becomes 'd'' before a vowel.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
A=I have an idea, B=I have a slight idea, C=I have no idea.
A: Comment ouvrir cette porte ? B: ___ !
'J'ai une idée' is the standard exclamation for a sudden solution.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
2 perguntasOnly if you are referring to a specific, previously mentioned idea. Usually, 'J'ai une idée' is the correct choice.
'Idée' is a thought or suggestion. 'Avis' is a formal opinion or judgment.
Frases relacionadas
Avoir une idée fixe
specialized formTo be obsessed with one specific thought.
Se faire une idée
similarTo form an opinion or mental picture.
Changer d'avis
contrastTo change one's mind.