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How to Say "I'm tired" in French
The standard French phrase for expressing tiredness, suitable for most everyday situations.
Je suis fatigué(e).
zhuh swee fuh-tee-GAYneutral
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Use this when you've had a long day, are feeling sleepy, or just need to convey that you're not full of energy. It's a common way to explain why you might be quiet or want to rest.
Alternatives
- Je suis crevé(e).More informal, like saying 'I'm exhausted' or 'I'm knackered'.
- J'ai sommeil.Specifically means 'I am sleepy' rather than generally tired.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 't' in 'fatigué'
The final 't' in 'fatigué' is silent, so don't pronounce it.
Forgetting the feminine ending
If you are female, add an 'e' to 'fatigué' and pronounce it slightly differently (fuh-tee-GAY-uh).
A small cultural note
While 'Je suis fatigué(e)' is perfectly fine, French speakers sometimes downplay their fatigue in social situations, especially early in an evening out.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
how to say im very tired in french
For 'very tired', you can say 'Je suis très fatigué(e)' or the more informal 'Je suis crevé(e)'. Both clearly express significant exhaustion.
is je suis fatigué formal
It's a neutral phrase, so it works in most situations. You'd only avoid it if you were trying to be extremely formal or very casual.
french for im tired after work
You can say 'Je suis fatigué(e) après le travail'. This is a common and natural way to express that specific situation.
