A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Can i have your number" in French
Ask for someone's phone number in French with this direct and common phrase.
Je peux avoir ton numéro ?
zhuh puh ah-vwar tohn new-meh-ROHcasual
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Use this when you've had a good conversation with someone and want to continue it later. It's perfect after a date or a pleasant encounter at a bar or café.
Alternatives
- Tu me donnes ton numéro ?Slightly more direct, like 'Give me your number?'
- Est-ce que je peux avoir votre numéro ?Use 'votre' (your, plural or formal) if you're addressing someone you'd use 'vous' with.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'n' in 'numéro'
The 'n' in 'numéro' is not nasal; pronounce it like a regular 'n' followed by a vowel sound.
Forgetting the space before '?'
In French punctuation, always put a space before question marks, exclamation points, colons, and semicolons.
Using 'le' instead of 'ton'
'Ton' is the possessive adjective for 'your' when talking to one person informally; 'le' is a definite article.
A small cultural note
While directness is common, gauging the other person's interest is key. A hesitant or negative response should always be respected.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to ask for a number if I don't know them well?
If you're unsure about using 'tu', opt for 'Est-ce que je peux avoir votre numéro ?' This uses the formal 'vous' and is more polite for strangers.
What if they say no?
A simple 'D'accord, pas de problème' (Okay, no problem) is a polite way to accept their refusal. Don't push it.
Is it okay to ask for a number on a first date?
Yes, it's perfectly acceptable to ask for someone's number at the end of a date if you've enjoyed their company. It shows you're interested in seeing them again.
