T'ai-je (en. Did i have you)

/tɛ ʒə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Used in a question to ask if something has been done by the person being addressed.
Did I tell you the truth?
T'ai-je dit la vérité ?
Used to ask a question about a past action.
Have I met you before?
T'ai-je déjà rencontré auparavant ?

Etymology

Contraction of 'te ai-je', from the verb avoir.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Did I ask you?
A way to recall a previous request.
t'ai-je demandé ?
Have I told you already?
To remind of a previously shared information.
t'ai-je déjà dit ?
Did I understand you correctly?
To check the other's understanding.
t'ai-je bien compris ?

Related Words

have
Verb meaning to possess.
avoir
you
Pronoun that designates the second person singular.
te
I
Pronoun that designates the first person singular.
je

Slang Meanings

Used in informal language to ask a question.
Did I already tell you about my vacation?
T'ai-je déjà raconté mes vacances ?