Aurais-je (en. Would i have)

oʁɛ ʒə

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Used to express a supposition or condition in the past.
Should I have told you earlier?
Aurais-je dû te le dire plus tôt ?
Indicates uncertainty or a possibility.
Will I have enough time to finish this project?
Aurais-je assez de temps pour finir ce projet ?
Used to formulate a hypothetical question.
Will I have the chance to see you again?
Aurais-je la chance de te revoir ?

Etymology

Composition of the verb "to have" in the conditional and the pronoun "I."

Common Phrases and Expressions

Am I allowed?
Asking if one has permission.
aurais-je le droit ?
Do I have the means?
Questioning one’s financial capability.
aurais-je les moyens ?
Do I have advice to give?
Wondering if one can provide help.
aurais-je un conseil à donner ?

Related Words

to have
Verb meaning to possess or obtain.
avoir
I
Personal pronoun in the first person singular.
je
conditional
Verbal mode that expresses uncertainty or hypothesis.
conditionnel

Slang Meanings

Express doubts about a past situation.
Did I make the right choice?
Aurais-je fait le bon choix ?
Asking if it's okay to do something.
Will I have the opportunity to try?
Aurais-je la possibilité d'essayer ?