French Phrase
Tu peux me donner un devis pour cette intervention ?
Meaning
This phrase is used to politely request a formal price estimate for a service or work. 'Devis' specifically refers to a written quote, often detailed, while 'intervention' can mean a procedure, a service call, or any specific work to be done.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to know the estimated cost of a service before committing to it. This is common when dealing with mechanics, plumbers, doctors, or any professional service where the final price might vary based on the work required.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tupeuxmedonnerundevispourcetteintervention?
Tu peux (Can you)
'Tu peux' is the informal way to say 'can you'. For a more formal context, especially with service providers, you would use 'Pouvez-vous' or 'Pourriez-vous'.
me donner (give me)
'Me' is the indirect object pronoun meaning 'to me' or 'for me'. It comes before the conjugated verb 'peux' when there's an infinitive ('donner') following.
un devis (a quote/estimate)
A 'devis' is a formal, written estimate for a service or work. It's distinct from 'un prix' (a price) which can be more general or for a product.
pour cette intervention (for this procedure/intervention)
'Pour' means 'for'. 'Cette' is the feminine singular demonstrative adjective 'this'. 'Intervention' is a versatile word meaning a procedure, a service call, or any specific work done by a professional.
🗨In Conversation
Bonjour, ma voiture fait un bruit étrange. Tu peux me donner un devis pour cette intervention ?
Hello, my car is making a strange noise. Can you give me a quote for this procedure?
Bien sûr, je vais d'abord l'examiner et je vous ferai un devis détaillé.
Of course, I'll examine it first and then I'll give you a detailed quote.
✕Common Mistakes
Tu peux me donner un prix pour cette intervention ?
While 'prix' means price, 'devis' specifically refers to a formal, detailed quote or estimate for a service, which is what you'd typically ask for in this context.
Tu peux me faire un devis pour cette intervention ?
Although 'faire un devis' is sometimes heard, the more standard and grammatically correct verb to use with 'devis' is 'donner' (to give) or 'établir' (to establish/draw up).
Tu peux me donner un devis pour cette opération ?
While 'opération' can mean a procedure, 'intervention' is a more general and often preferred term for a professional service or medical procedure in this context, especially when asking for a quote.
↔Alternatives
Pourriez-vous me fournir un devis pour cette prestation ?
Could you provide me with a quote for this service?
J'aimerais avoir un devis pour ces travaux.
I would like to have a quote for this work.
Combien coûterait cette intervention ?
How much would this procedure cost?
Cultural Tip
In France, it's very common and often expected to ask for a 'devis' (quote) before any significant work or service is performed, especially for home repairs, car maintenance, or medical procedures. Professionals are legally obliged to provide one for certain services above a specific amount. It's a way to ensure transparency and avoid unexpected costs. Always ask for a written 'devis' if possible.