A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "What's your sign" in French
Ask someone their astrological sign in French for a fun, flirty conversation starter.
Tu es de quel signe astrologique ?
tew eh duh kel SEEN-yuh-stroh-loh-ZHEEKcasual
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This is a playful question to ask someone you're getting to know, perhaps on a date or at a party. It's a way to learn a bit more about them beyond the usual small talk.
Alternatives
- C'est quoi ton signe ?Slightly more direct and less formal than the target phrase.
- Tu es quel signe ?A bit more abbreviated, common in very casual chat.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'signe'
The 'g' is soft like 'zh' and the 'e' at the end is silent; don't pronounce it like 'sign'.
Forgetting 'astrologique'
While 'Tu es quel signe ?' is understood, adding 'astrologique' makes it clear you mean their zodiac sign.
Using 'vous'
Using 'vous' here would sound overly formal and out of place for this type of question.
A small cultural note
Astrology is quite popular in France, and asking about zodiac signs is a common icebreaker, especially among younger generations.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
What does 'quel signe astrologique' mean?
It translates to 'what astrological sign'. It's how you ask someone their zodiac sign.
Is it rude to ask someone their zodiac sign in France?
Not at all, especially in casual or flirty contexts. It's a common way to start a conversation.
How do I answer if they ask me?
You can say 'Je suis [signe]' (I am [sign]), for example, 'Je suis Gémeaux' (I am Gemini).
