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How to Say "I changed my mind" in French
The essential French phrase to let someone know you've reconsidered a decision or opinion.
J'ai changé d'avis.
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Use this when you've agreed to something, made a plan, or stated an opinion, but then decided differently. For example, if you told a friend you'd go to the cinema, but then decided to stay home, you'd say this.
Alternatives
- Je ne sais plus.Use this when you're undecided or have forgotten your previous choice.
- Finalement, je ne veux pas.More direct, for when you're refusing something you previously accepted.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'avis' as 'ah-VEES'
The final 's' in 'avis' is silent; pronounce it like 'ah-VEE'.
Forgetting the apostrophe
It's 'J'ai' (I have), not 'Je ai'.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say I changed my mind in French?
The most common way is 'J'ai changé d'avis.' It directly translates to 'I have changed opinion.'
Is 'J'ai changé d'avis' formal or informal?
It's a neutral phrase that fits most social contexts. You can use it with friends and acquaintances alike.
What if I'm still unsure?
If you're still undecided, you could say 'Je ne sais plus' (I don't know anymore) or 'J'hésite encore' (I'm still hesitating).
