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    L'êtes (en. You are)

    l'é-tes

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Used to indicate a characteristic or state of something.
    In this context, you are is important.
    Dans ce contexte, l'êtes est important.
    Used to ask a question about identity or state.
    Who are you?
    Qui l'êtes-vous?
    Conjugated form of the verb 'to be' in the second person plural.
    You really are.
    Vous l'êtes vraiment.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin verb 'esse', which means 'to be'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    you are in the know
    You are aware.
    l'êtes dans le coup
    you are with me
    You are on my side.
    l'êtes avec moi
    how are you?
    How are you doing?
    comment l'êtes-vous?

    Related Words

    to be
    To have existence or nature.
    être
    being
    A present participle of the verb to be, serving to express state.
    étant
    state
    Condition or situation of a person or thing.
    état

    Slang Meanings

    To be in tune with something.
    We are all in the same boat, you are!
    On est tous dans le même bateau, l'êtes!
    To be comfortable in a situation.
    Since I’ve been here, I really am.
    Depuis que je suis ici, je l'êtes vraiment.