Level A1-A2 (Beginner)
Lesson written by French teacher David Issokson for students who want to learn French online, with native audio by Marie Assel Cambier, a voice artist from France.
The French Word of the Day is allez, meaning “come on.” When I lived in France as an exchange student in 1991–92, I heard this word ALL the time — but I’d never heard it mentioned in French class! “Allez” is a must-know French interjection, and this lesson breaks down its five main uses with native audio by Marie.
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Allez Meaning, Pronunciation and Examples
📘 Allez meaning
The French word allez is the second-person plural (vous) form of the verb “aller” (to go), but in everyday French it’s used as a lively interjection. Depending on the tone and context, “allez” can mean “come on,” “let’s go,” “go ahead,” or even “oh well.” It’s a small but extremely versatile word you’ll hear constantly in conversation, sports, and daily life.
🇫🇷 Cultural note
In France, allez is often used as a chant at soccer matches, especially to support the national team. You’ll often hear crowds shouting “Allez la France ! Allez !” — especially when the national team, nicknamed “les Bleus,” is playing.
🎧 Allez pronunciation
The pronunciation of allez is /ale/, which sounds like ah-lay.
📝 Allez examples & usages
1. Encouragement or motivation
Like “Come on!” in English.
Allez, tu peux le faire !
Come on, you can do it!
Allez les Bleus !
Go, France! (national French soccer team)
2. Getting someone to start or move
Used to urge action, like “Let’s go!” or “Come on, let’s move!”
Allez, on y va !
Come on, let’s go!
Allez, dépêche-toi !
Come on, hurry up!
3. Acceptance or resignation
A softer “Okay then…” or “Oh well…”
Bon, allez, d’accord.
Okay then, fine.
Allez, tant pis.
Oh well, too bad.
4. Wrapping up a conversation
Used like “Alright then!” or “Okay, see you!”
Allez, à bientôt !
Alright then, see you soon!
5. Starting a new topic or transition
Like “Well then…” or “Okay, so…”
Allez, parlons d’autre chose.
Well then, let’s talk about something else.
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🔗 Related words and expressions
- tiens / tenez — here you go
- on y va — let’s go
- courage ! — hang in there! / you’ve got this
- c’est parti — here we go / let’s get started
- au boulot — let’s get to work
- aller — to go
- vas-y — go ahead / do it
- allez-y — go ahead (formal/plural)
- en avant — forward / let’s move
- on continue — let’s keep going
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