French Phrase
On peut assurer des objets de valeur ?
Meaning
The sentence asks whether it is possible to insure items that are valuable. It is a polite, slightly formal way to inquire about insurance coverage for high‑worth belongings such as jewelry, artwork, or electronics.
When to use
Use this question when speaking with an insurance agent, a bank representative, or a friend who has experience with insurance policies, especially if you want to know if your valuable possessions can be covered under a contract.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Onpeutassurerdesobjetsdevaleur
On (impersonal pronoun)
Used like the English 'one' or 'we' to make a general statement; in questions it often appears before the verb.
peut (pouvoir)
Present tense of the modal verb pouvoir, meaning 'can' or 'to be able to'.
assurer (infinitive)
Verb meaning 'to insure' in the context of insurance; not to be confused with 'to assure' (reassurer).
des (partitive article)
Indefinite plural article meaning 'some' or 'any', used before a plural noun when the quantity is not specified.
de valeur (noun complement)
A prepositional phrase meaning 'of value' that qualifies the noun 'objets'.
🗨In Conversation
On peut assurer des objets de valeur ?
Can we insure valuable objects?
Oui, mais il faut déclarer chaque bien et fournir une estimation.
Yes, but you have to declare each item and provide an appraisal.
✕Common Mistakes
On peut assurer les objets de valeur ?
Using the definite article 'les' implies you are talking about specific objects already known, while the question is about any valuable items in general.
Peut‑on assurer des objets de valeur ?
The inversion 'peut‑on' is correct but changes the register to a more formal tone; keep 'On peut' for a casual conversation.
On peut assurer des objets de valeur ? (intended meaning: to reassure)
Do not confuse 'assurer' (to insure) with 'assurer' meaning 'to assure' (reassurer). In insurance contexts, the correct verb is 'assurer'.
↔Alternatives
Est‑il possible d'assurer des biens de valeur ?
Is it possible to insure valuable goods?
Peut‑on assurer des objets précieux ?
Can one insure precious objects?
On peut couvrir les objets de valeur par une assurance ?
Can we cover valuable objects with insurance?
Cultural Tip
In France, the word 'assurance' covers a wide range of policies, from auto to home to personal belongings. When asking about insuring valuable items, it is common to mention a 'déclaration' and sometimes a 'expertise' (appraisal) to determine the exact coverage. Using the impersonal 'on' makes the request sound less demanding and more conversational, which is appreciated in formal service settings.