🇫🇷 French phrases

How to Say "Of course" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bien sûr
"Of course" in French · say it like byan syur

The most natural way to say "Of course" in French is Bien sûr. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Évidemment
more formal, often used in written contexts
Bien entendu
slightly more formal, used in conversations

When to use it

You can use 'bien sûr' in everyday conversations when you want to affirm something. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It conveys agreement or confirmation in a friendly manner.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
Bien sûr, je vais t'aider.Of course, I will help you.
Tu viens à la fête ? Bien sûr !Are you coming to the party? Of course!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'bien sûr' with 'sûr' alone, which does not convey the same meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bien sûr, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking French with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'bien sûr' used in formal writing?

Yes, it can be used in formal writing, but 'évidemment' might be preferred in such contexts.

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