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How to Say "I'm pumped" in French
Express your excitement and readiness for an upcoming event or activity in French.
Je suis super motivé(e) !
zhuh swee soo-PAIR moh-tee-VAYcasual
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Use this when you're really looking forward to something, like a trip, a party, or a new project. It shows you're eager and ready to go.
Alternatives
- J'ai hâte !When you can't wait for something to happen.
- Je suis chaud(e) !More slangy, very common among young adults.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 't' in 'motivé'
The final 'é' is pronounced like 'ay', and the 't' is silent.
Forgetting the feminine ending
If you're female, add an 'e' to 'motivé' and pronounce it the same.
A small cultural note
While 'Je suis super motivé(e) !' is common, younger French speakers might use more slang like 'Je suis chaud(e) !' to express the same feeling.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
What's the difference between 'motivé' and 'excité'?
'Motivé' means you're eager and ready to do something. 'Excité' can mean excited, but also agitated or even sexually aroused, so be careful with it.
How do I say 'I'm pumped for the game'?
You could say 'Je suis super motivé(e) pour le match !' or 'J'ai hâte pour le match !'
Is 'Je suis super motivé' too informal?
It's generally casual, but the 'super' makes it friendly and enthusiastic. You can use it with most people you're not in a very formal setting with.
