Faites-moi (en. Make me)

/fɛt mwa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Polite way to ask someone to perform a task.
Let me know when you are ready.
Faites-moi savoir quand vous serez prêt.
To express a request or wish courteously.
Please do me a favor and listen to me.
Faites-moi plaisir et écoutez-moi.
Used to request a specific action.
Make me a coffee, please.
Faites-moi un café, s'il vous plaît.

Etymology

"Faites-moi" is an expression derived from the imperative form of the verb 'faire' accompanied by the pronoun 'moi.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

do me a favor
Expresses a friendly request.
faites-moi plaisir
trust me
Inviting someone to be sure of something.
faites-moi confiance
do me a favor
Asking for help or a service.
faites-moi une faveur

Related Words

to do/make
To carry out, accomplish something.
faire
to ask
To solicit a response or an action.
demander
to act
To perform an action.
agir

Slang Meanings

To take something for oneself informally.
Do this for me, it's not rocket science!
Faites-moi ça, c'est pas sorcier !
To quickly ask for a service.
Give me a hand, please.
Faites-moi un coup de main, s'il te plaît.