J'imagine (en. I imagine)

[ʒ‿im.a.ʒin]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Conjugated form of the verb "to imagine" in the first person singular present.
I imagine the project will be a success.
J'imagine que le projet sera un succès.
To express an idea or thought that someone represents mentally.
I often imagine scenarios of my future life.
J'imagine souvent des scénarios de ma vie future.
To conceive something in one's mind, without tangible proof.
I imagine that you have already gone on a trip.
J'imagine que tu es déjà parti en voyage.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'imaginari', which means to create an image in the mind.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I can well imagine
It seems obvious to me.
j'imagine bien
I imagine that
I think that is true.
j'imagine que
Well, I imagine
That's what I suppose.
enfin j'imagine

Related Words

to imagine
To conceive something mentally.
imaginer
imagination
The ability to create new images or ideas.
imagination
imaginative
Someone who has imagination, creative.
imaginatif

Slang Meanings

To imagine something in an exaggerated way.
In my mind, I imagine a perfect world!
Dans ma tête, je m'imagine un monde parfait!
To take something for granted.
I imagine that everything will go well.
J'imagine que tout va bien se passer.