How to Say “Me Too” in French: A Comprehensive Guide

Learning how to express agreement is a fundamental part of mastering any language. In French, saying “me too” can be slightly more nuanced than in English, depending on the context of the statement you’re agreeing with.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the various ways to say “me too” in French, covering different scenarios, grammatical considerations, and common mistakes. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, this article will equip you with the knowledge and practice you need to confidently express agreement in French.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Definition: Saying “Me Too” in French
• Structural Breakdown of “Me Too” Phrases
• Types and Categories of Agreement in French
  • Positive Agreement
  • Negative Agreement
  • Qualified Agreement
• Examples: Mastering “Me Too” in French
  • Positive Agreement Examples
  • Negative Agreement Examples
• Usage Rules for “Me Too” in French
  • Gender Agreement with Pronouns
  • Verb Agreement in Complex Sentences
• Common Mistakes When Saying “Me Too”
• Practice Exercises
  • Exercise 1: Translation Practice
  • Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks
  • Exercise 3: Error Correction
• Advanced Topics: Nuances of Agreement
• FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
• Conclusion

Definition: Saying “Me Too” in French

The concept of “me too” signifies agreement with a previous statement made by another person. In French, this simple agreement can be expressed in several ways, depending on whether the original statement is positive or negative. The most common translations include “Moi aussi” (for positive statements) and “Moi non plus” (for negative statements). It’s crucial to understand the distinction between these two to avoid miscommunication. Moreover, there are more nuanced ways to express agreement, adding depth and sophistication to your French conversations. These phrases function as adverbs or adverbial phrases, modifying the implied verb in the sentence. They are used to indicate that the speaker shares the same experience, opinion, or situation as the person who spoke before them.

Structural Breakdown of “Me Too” Phrases

The structure of these phrases is relatively straightforward. “Moi” is a stressed pronoun, meaning “me.” “Aussi” means “also” or “too,” and “non plus” means “neither” or “not either.” The combination of these words creates the desired meaning of agreement. Here’s a breakdown:

• Moi: Stressed pronoun (me)
• Aussi: Adverb (also, too)
• Non plus: Adverbial phrase (neither, not either)

The word order is important. Placing “aussi” or “non plus” after “moi” is the standard way to express agreement.

Using a different word order can change the meaning or sound unnatural.

Types and Categories of Agreement in French

Agreement in French, as in English, falls into two main categories: positive and negative. Understanding these distinctions is essential for accurate communication.

Positive Agreement

Positive agreement is used when you agree with a positive statement. The standard phrase for this is “Moi aussi.” This phrase directly translates to “Me too” or “Me also.” It’s used to indicate that you share the same feeling, experience, or opinion as the person who spoke before you. Other variations might include adding emphasis, such as “Moi, aussi!”

Negative Agreement

Negative agreement is used when you agree with a negative statement. The correct phrase for this is “Moi non plus.” This translates to “Me neither” or “Me not either.” It indicates that you also do not share the characteristic, experience, or opinion being discussed. Using “Moi aussi” in response to a negative statement is a common mistake, so understanding this distinction is crucial.

Qualified Agreement

While “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus” are the most common ways to express agreement, there are times when you might want to qualify your agreement. This involves adding extra information to your response to provide more context or nuance.

For example, you might say “Moi aussi, mais…” (Me too, but…) to indicate partial agreement or to introduce a contrasting viewpoint. Another option is to rephrase the original statement to show you agree with a specific part of it.

For example, if someone says “J’aime beaucoup le chocolat noir” (I really like dark chocolate), you could respond with “Moi aussi, j’adore le chocolat noir” (Me too, I love dark chocolate).

Examples: Mastering “Me Too” in French

The best way to learn how to use “me too” in French is through examples. The following tables provide a variety of scenarios and corresponding responses, illustrating both positive and negative agreement.

Positive Agreement Examples

This table provides examples of positive statements and the corresponding “Moi aussi” responses. Each example shows a different context and demonstrates how to use the phrase in a natural conversation.

French Statement	English Translation	“Me Too” Response (French)	“Me Too” Response (English)
J’aime le café.	I like coffee.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis fatigué(e).	I am tired.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai faim.	I am hungry.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je veux aller au cinéma.	I want to go to the cinema.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis content(e) de te voir.	I am happy to see you.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’adore la musique française.	I love French music.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis allé(e) à Paris l’année dernière.	I went to Paris last year.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai vu ce film.	I have seen this movie.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis d’accord avec toi.	I agree with you.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis en train d’apprendre le français.	I am learning French.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai besoin de vacances.	I need a vacation.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis passionné(e) par la photographie.	I am passionate about photography.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je travaille ici.	I work here.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’aime ce restaurant.	I like this restaurant.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis excité(e) pour le voyage.	I am excited for the trip.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je comprends le français.	I understand French.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis prêt(e) à partir.	I am ready to leave.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis né(e) en France.	I was born in France.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai envie de dormir.	I want to sleep.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis heureux/heureuse.	I am happy.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai visité le Louvre.	I visited the Louvre.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’aime la cuisine italienne.	I like Italian cuisine.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis étudiant(e).	I am a student.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
J’ai un chat.	I have a cat.	Moi aussi.	Me too.
Je suis allé(e) à la plage.	I went to the beach.	Moi aussi.	Me too.

Negative Agreement Examples

This table provides examples of negative statements and the corresponding “Moi non plus” responses. Pay close attention to the use of “ne…pas” and other negative constructions in the original statements.

French Statement	English Translation	“Me Too” Response (French)	“Me Too” Response (English)
Je n’aime pas le café.	I don’t like coffee.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas fatigué(e).	I am not tired.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas faim.	I am not hungry.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne veux pas aller au cinéma.	I don’t want to go to the cinema.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas content(e) de te voir.	I am not happy to see you.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’adore pas la musique française.	I don’t love French music.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas allé(e) à Paris l’année dernière.	I didn’t go to Paris last year.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas vu ce film.	I haven’t seen this movie.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas d’accord avec toi.	I don’t agree with you.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas en train d’apprendre le français.	I am not learning French.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas besoin de vacances.	I don’t need a vacation.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas passionné(e) par la photographie.	I am not passionate about photography.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne travaille pas ici.	I don’t work here.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’aime pas ce restaurant.	I don’t like this restaurant.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas excité(e) pour le voyage.	I am not excited for the trip.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne comprends pas le français.	I don’t understand French.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas prêt(e) à partir.	I am not ready to leave.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas né(e) en France.	I wasn’t born in France.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas envie de dormir.	I don’t want to sleep.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas heureux/heureuse.	I am not happy.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas visité le Louvre.	I haven’t visited the Louvre.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’aime pas la cuisine italienne.	I don’t like Italian cuisine.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas étudiant(e).	I am not a student.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je n’ai pas de chat.	I don’t have a cat.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.
Je ne suis pas allé(e) à la plage.	I didn’t go to the beach.	Moi non plus.	Me neither.

Usage Rules for “Me Too” in French

While the basic structure of “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus” is simple, there are a few nuances to keep in mind to ensure correct usage.

Gender Agreement with Pronouns

In some cases, the adjective in the original statement might need to agree in gender with the speaker. While “Moi aussi” remains the same regardless of gender, be mindful of the context.

For example:

• Person 1 (female): Je suis fatiguée.
• Person 2 (male): Moi aussi. (Even though the original adjective “fatiguée” is feminine, the response remains “Moi aussi.”)

The key is that “Moi aussi” simply indicates agreement, not a repetition of the adjective with the speaker’s gender.

Verb Agreement in Complex Sentences

When responding to more complex sentences, ensure that your agreement aligns grammatically. This is more relevant when expanding your response beyond just “Moi aussi” or “Moi non plus.” For example:

• Person 1: J’aimerais visiter le musée du Louvre.
• Person 2: Moi aussi, j’aimerais le visiter. (Here, the verb “aimerais” is repeated to show full agreement.)

Simply saying “Moi aussi” is still correct, but repeating the verb adds emphasis and clarity.

Common Mistakes When Saying “Me Too”

One of the most common mistakes is using “Moi aussi” in response to a negative statement. This indicates a misunderstanding of the original statement.

Another mistake is using “Moi aussi” or “Moi non plus” out of context. Make sure you are actually agreeing with the previous statement and not changing the subject abruptly.

Here are some examples of common mistakes and their corrections:

Incorrect	Correct	Explanation
Person 1: Je n’aime pas les épinards. Person 2: Moi aussi.	Person 1: Je n’aime pas les épinards. Person 2: Moi non plus.	“Moi aussi” implies you *do* like spinach, which contradicts the original statement.
Person 1: J’ai visité Rome. Person 2: Moi non plus.	Person 1: J’ai visité Rome. Person 2: Moi aussi.	“Moi non plus” implies you *haven’t* visited Rome, which likely isn’t the intended meaning.
Person 1: Je suis fatigué. Person 2: Moi aussi, la table est belle.	Person 1: Je suis fatigué. Person 2: Moi aussi.	The second response changes the subject and doesn’t relate to being tired. Just “Moi aussi” is sufficient to express agreement.

Practice Exercises

Test your understanding of “me too” in French with these exercises. Each exercise focuses on a different aspect of agreement and will help you solidify your knowledge.

Exercise 1: Translation Practice

Translate the following English dialogues into French, paying attention to the correct use of “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus.”

English Dialogue	Your French Translation	Answer
Person 1: I am hungry. Person 2: Me too.		Personne 1: J’ai faim. Personne 2: Moi aussi.
Person 1: I don’t like spicy food. Person 2: Me neither.		Personne 1: Je n’aime pas la nourriture épicée. Personne 2: Moi non plus.
Person 1: I want to travel to Japan. Person 2: Me too.		Personne 1: Je veux voyager au Japon. Personne 2: Moi aussi.
Person 1: I haven’t seen that movie. Person 2: Me neither.		Personne 1: Je n’ai pas vu ce film. Personne 2: Moi non plus.
Person 1: I am tired of working. Person 2: Me too.		Personne 1: Je suis fatigué(e) de travailler. Personne 2: Moi aussi.
Person 1: I don’t have any money. Person 2: Me neither.		Personne 1: Je n’ai pas d’argent. Personne 2: Moi non plus.
Person 1: I love summer. Person 2: Me too.		Personne 1: J’adore l’été. Personne 2: Moi aussi.
Person 1: I am not going to the party. Person 2: Me neither.		Personne 1: Je ne vais pas à la fête. Personne 2: Moi non plus.
Person 1: I need to study. Person 2: Me too.		Personne 1: J’ai besoin d’étudier. Personne 2: Moi aussi.
Person 1: I don’t understand this lesson. Person 2: Me neither.		Personne 1: Je ne comprends pas cette leçon. Personne 2: Moi non plus.

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the following dialogues with either “Moi aussi” or “Moi non plus.”

French Dialogue	Your Answer	Correct Answer
Personne 1: J’aime beaucoup lire. Personne 2: __________		Moi aussi.
Personne 1: Je ne suis pas allé(e) au concert. Personne 2: __________		Moi non plus.
Personne 1: J’ai soif. Personne 2: __________		Moi aussi.
Personne 1: Je ne veux pas travailler aujourd’hui. Personne 2: __________		Moi non plus.
Personne 1: Je suis content(e) d’être ici. Personne 2: __________		Moi aussi.
Personne 1: Je n’ai pas de voiture. Personne 2: __________		Moi non plus.
Personne 1: J’aime le chocolat. Personne 2: __________		Moi aussi.
Personne 1: Je ne suis pas d’accord. Personne 2: __________		Moi non plus.
Personne 1: J’ai besoin de café. Personne 2: __________		Moi aussi.
Personne 1: Je ne parle pas allemand. Personne 2: __________		Moi non plus.

Exercise 3: Error Correction

Identify and correct the errors in the following dialogues. Some dialogues may be correct as is.

Incorrect Dialogue	Your Corrected Dialogue	Explanation
Personne 1: Je n’aime pas le froid. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	Personne 1: Je n’aime pas le froid. Personne 2: Moi non plus.	“Moi aussi” is incorrect in response to a negative statement.
Personne 1: J’adore voyager. Personne 2: Moi non plus.	Personne 1: J’adore voyager. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	“Moi non plus” is incorrect in response to a positive statement.
Personne 1: Je suis fatigué. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	Personne 1: Je suis fatigué. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	This dialogue is correct.
Personne 1: Je ne comprends pas. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	Personne 1: Je ne comprends pas. Personne 2: Moi non plus.	“Moi aussi” is incorrect in response to a negative statement.
Personne 1: Je suis content. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	Personne 1: Je suis content. Personne 2: Moi aussi.	This dialogue is correct.

Advanced Topics: Nuances of Agreement

For advanced learners, there are more nuanced ways to express agreement in French. These involve using more complex sentence structures and idiomatic expressions.

For example, instead of simply saying “Moi aussi,” you could say “Je partage votre avis” (I share your opinion) or “Je suis du même avis” (I am of the same opinion). These phrases add a level of sophistication to your French and demonstrate a deeper understanding of the language.

You can also use phrases like “Absolument!” (Absolutely!) or “Tout à fait!” (Exactly!) to express strong agreement. Adding adverbs like “vraiment” (really) or “complètement” (completely) can also emphasize your agreement.

For instance, “Moi aussi, vraiment!” or “Moi aussi, complètement!”. These variations allow for a more expressive and nuanced conversation.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions about saying “me too” in French:

1. Q: Can I use “Moi aussi” for negative statements?

   A: No, “Moi aussi” is only for positive statements. For negative statements, use “Moi non plus.”

2. Q: What if I only partially agree with someone?

   A: You can use “Moi aussi, mais…” (Me too, but…) to express partial agreement and then explain your differing viewpoint.

3. Q: Is it rude to simply say “Moi aussi” or “Moi non plus”?

   A: No, it’s perfectly polite. However, adding more context or a follow-up comment can make the conversation more engaging.

4. Q: Can I use “Moi aussi” in formal situations?

   A: Yes, “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus” are appropriate for both formal and informal settings. However, in very formal situations, you might consider using more elaborate phrases like “Je partage votre avis.”

5. Q: What’s the difference between “aussi” and “non plus”?

   A: “Aussi” means “also” or “too” and is used for positive agreement. “Non plus” means “neither” or “not either” and is used for negative agreement.

6. Q: If someone says “Je ne sais pas,” how do I respond if I don’t know either?

   A: You would say “Moi non plus,” which translates to “I don’t know either.”

7. Q: Are there any regional variations in how people say “me too” in French?

   A: While “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus” are standard across French-speaking regions, some regions might have slightly different idiomatic expressions for agreement. However, these are universally understood.

8. Q: Can I use “Moi également” instead of “Moi aussi”?

   A: Yes, “Moi également” is a more formal synonym for “Moi aussi” and can be used in more formal settings. It also means “Me too” or “Me also”.

Conclusion

Mastering the art of expressing agreement in French is a crucial step towards fluency. Understanding the difference between “Moi aussi” and “Moi non plus” is essential for clear communication.

Remember to pay attention to the context of the conversation and the structure of the original statement. With practice and attention to detail, you’ll be able to confidently express agreement in a variety of situations.

Keep practicing with the examples and exercises provided, and don’t be afraid to use these phrases in your own conversations. The more you practice, the more natural and fluent your French will become.