How to Say “I would like” in French

Je voudrais

/ʒə- vudʁˈɛ/

I would like

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “Je voudrais” is /ʒə- vudʁˈɛ/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Parisian Café Culture category. It is suitable for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "Je voudrais" in French?+

The IPA pronunciation is /ʒə- vudʁˈɛ/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "Je voudrais" mean in English?+

"Je voudrais" translates to "I would like" in English. It belongs to the Parisian Café Culture category.

Is "Je voudrais" formal or informal in French?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday French conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

More Parisian Café Culture Phrases

"a coffee with cream" → un café crème

/œ̃ kafˈe kʁˈɛm/

"a carafe" → une carafe

/yn kaʁˈaf/

"water" → eau

/ˈo/

"of water" → d'eau

/dˈo/

"The bill" → L'addition

/ladisjˈɔ̃/

"Please" → S'il vous plaît

/sil vu plˈɛ/

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