Faire + infinitive: having something done
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Faire + infinitive: having something done
Faire + infinitive means causing or arranging an action. Conjugate faire and leave the next verb in the infinitive. With a direct object, the person doing the action can be introduced by à or par.
Examples in context
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Arranging a service
Je fais réparer mon vélo.
I am having my bicycle repaired.
A past arrangement
Nous avons fait livrer les courses.
We had the groceries delivered.
Common mix-ups
Only faire is conjugated; réparer stays in the infinitive.
I am having my bicycle repaired.
Try a reply
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She is having the window repaired.
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Elle fait réparer la fenêtre.
Other wording can work too. Compare the verb form, agreement, and word order with the lesson. Then try a sentence about your own day.
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