French Phrase
Ils vont dans la chambre des gamins.
Meaning
This phrase describes the movement of a group of people (masculine or mixed) into a bedroom belonging to children. The word 'gamins' is a common, slightly informal French term for 'kids' or 'youngsters'.
When to use
Use this sentence in a casual or domestic context when describing someone's destination within a home. It is appropriate for everyday conversation with friends and family.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ilsvontdansla chambredes gamins
Vont (Aller)
This is the third-person plural form of the irregular verb 'aller', meaning 'to go'.
Des gamins
'Des' is the mandatory contraction of 'de' (of) and 'les' (the) to indicate plural possession.
🗨In Conversation
Où sont-ils ?
Where are they?
Ils vont dans la chambre des gamins.
They are going into the kids' room.
✕Common Mistakes
Ils vont à la chambre des gamins.
Use 'dans' instead of 'à' when expressing movement into a physical room or enclosed space.
Ils vont dans la chambre du gamins.
Since 'gamins' is plural, you must use the plural contraction 'des' (de + les) rather than the singular 'du'.
↔Alternatives
Ils entrent dans la chambre des enfants.
They are entering the children's room.
Ils vont dans la pièce des gosses.
They are going into the kids' room (slang).
Cultural Tip
While 'enfants' is the standard term for children, 'gamins' is very frequent in spoken French and adds a natural, colloquial touch. In French culture, the 'chambre' is a private space, so this phrase usually implies the subjects have a reason or permission to enter.