Croyez-moi (en. Believe me)
/kʁwa.je.mwa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
An encouraging phrase to instill trust.
Believe me, this movie is really worth watching.
Croyez-moi, ce film vaut vraiment la peine d'être vu.
A phrase used to assert the truth of a statement.
Believe me, I know what I'm talking about.
Croyez-moi, je sais de quoi je parle.
Used to persuade the listener to our point of view.
If you knew everything I know, believe me, you would agree.
Si vous saviez tout ce que je sais, croyez-moi, vous serait d'accord.
Etymology
The expression comes from the imperative form of the verb 'croire' with the personal pronoun 'moi'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take my word for it
Accept what I say without doubt.
croyez-moi sur parole
I'm telling you, believe me
I assure you that what I'm saying is true.
je vous le dis, croyez-moi
Related Words
believe
To accept as true or certain that something exists.
croire
trust
Assurance in the truthfulness of a person or thing.
confiance
Slang Meanings
Listen to what I'm saying.
Believe me, you don't want to miss this.
Croyez-moi, tu ne veux pas manquer ça.
No joke, trust me.
Believe me, it's going to be amazing!
Croyez-moi, ça va être incroyable !