French Phrase
Oui, chez moi.
Meaning
This phrase combines the affirmative 'oui' with the prepositional phrase 'chez moi'. The word 'chez' is a unique French preposition that specifically means 'at the home of' or 'at the place of'.
When to use
Use this phrase to confirm that an event is happening at your home or to answer where you are currently located. It is very common in casual dialogue among friends and family.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ouichezmoi
Chez
A preposition used to indicate being at someone's home or place of business.
Moi
A stressed pronoun used after prepositions to refer to oneself.
🗨In Conversation
On se retrouve où ? Chez toi ?
Where are we meeting? At your place?
Oui, chez moi.
Yes, at my place.
✕Common Mistakes
Oui, à ma maison.
While technically understandable, 'chez moi' is the idiomatic way to say 'at my place' in French.
Oui, chez je.
The preposition 'chez' must be followed by a stressed pronoun like 'moi', not a subject pronoun like 'je'.
↔Alternatives
Oui, à la maison.
Yes, at home.
C'est chez moi.
It is at my place.
Cultural Tip
Inviting someone 'chez soi' (to one's home) is a significant gesture in France, as social life often revolves around public spaces like cafés. It signifies a deeper level of friendship and trust.