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French Phrase

J'ai les maths et les sciences.

/ʒe le mat e le sjɑ̃s/
Meaning"I have math and science."
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Meaning

The speaker is stating that they have mathematics and science as subjects, typically meaning they are enrolled in or studying these courses at school or university.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you want to tell someone which school subjects you are taking, when you discuss your curriculum, or when you compare your studies with someone else's.

✦Grammar Breakdown

J'ailesmathsetlessciences.

1

Contraction "J'"

The subject pronoun "je" contracts to "j'" before a vowel or mute h, as in "j'ai".

2

Verb "avoir" (present)

"ai" is the first‑person singular present of the verb "avoir" (to have).

3

Definite article "les"

"les" is the plural definite article used before plural nouns like "maths" and "sciences".

4

"maths" vs "mathématiques"

"Maths" is the colloquial short form of "mathématiques"; both are acceptable, but "mathématiques" is more formal.

5

Coordinating conjunction "et"

"et" simply links two nouns or noun phrases, meaning "and".

🗨In Conversation

A

Quelles matières étudies‑tu cette année ?

Which subjects are you studying this year?

J'ai les maths et les sciences.

I have math and science.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • je ai les maths et les sciences.

    The subject pronoun "je" contracts to "j'" before a vowel; write "j'ai".

  • J'ai les math et les sciences.

    The correct colloquial noun is "les maths" (plural) or the formal "les mathématiques".

  • J'ai maths et sciences.

    Both nouns need the definite article "les" when used together.

↔Alternatives

  • Je suis inscrit(e) en mathématiques et en sciences.

    I am enrolled in mathematics and science.

  • Je fais des cours de maths et de sciences.

    I take math and science classes.

  • J'étudie les mathématiques et les sciences.

    I study mathematics and science.

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Cultural Tip

In everyday French, "les maths" is the common, informal way to refer to mathematics, while "les mathématiques" sounds more academic. "Les sciences" usually refers to natural sciences (biology, chemistry, physics). Be aware of the register: use the longer form in formal writing or presentations.