Veux-tu (en. Do you want)
/vø ty/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Expression used to ask for a willingness or desire.
Do you want to come with us tonight?
Veux-tu venir avec nous ce soir ?
Used to propose something to someone.
Do you want a coffee?
Veux-tu un café ?
Can also be used to suggest an option.
Do you want to read this book or watch a movie?
Veux-tu lire ce livre ou regarder un film ?
Etymology
Comes from 'veux' which is the first person singular of the verb vouloir, combined with 'tu'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
do you want to dance?
Proposal to dance.
veux-tu danser ?
do you want to go out?
Request to go out together.
veux-tu sortir ?
do you want a drink?
Invitation to have a drink.
veux-tu un verre ?
Related Words
want
To have the will to do something.
vouloir
desire
To have a strong wish for something.
désirer
wish
To express a desire for something.
souhaiter
Slang Meanings
Are you up for it?
Are you up for going to the party?
T'es chaud pour aller à la fête ?
Shall we go?
Shall we go for a ride in the park?
On y va pour un tour au parc ?