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French Phrase

Ça convient aux familles ?

/sa kɔ̃vjɛ o famij/
Meaning"Is it suitable for families?"
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Meaning

The sentence asks whether something (a hotel, a restaurant, an activity, etc.) is suitable or appropriate for families. It is a polite, slightly informal way to check if the offering meets the needs of a family group.

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When to use

Use this question when you are evaluating a service, accommodation, event, or any situation where you need to know if it is family‑friendly. It works well in travel, hospitality, or everyday conversations about plans.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Çaconvientauxfamilles?

1

Ça

Informal demonstrative pronoun meaning 'that' or 'it', used in everyday speech.

2

convient

Third‑person singular present of the verb *convenir* (to suit, to be suitable).

3

aux

Contraction of *à* + *les*, meaning 'to the' or 'for the' before a plural noun.

4

familles

Plural noun meaning 'families'. The article *les* is implied in the contraction *aux*.

🗨In Conversation

A

Je regarde cet hôtel sur le site. Ça convient aux familles ?

I'm looking at this hotel on the website. Is it suitable for families?

Oui, il y a des chambres familiales et un parc pour enfants.

Yes, there are family rooms and a children's playground.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • c'est convient aux familles ?

    Use *ça convient* or *cela convient*; *c'est* cannot be followed directly by a verb.

  • Ça convient aux famille ?

    The noun must agree in number with the article; *familles* is plural.

  • Ça convient à la famille ?

    This asks about a single family; if you mean families in general, use the plural *aux familles*.

↔Alternatives

  • Est‑ce que c'est adapté aux familles ?

    Is it adapted for families?

  • Cela convient‑il aux familles ?

    Does it suit families?

  • Est‑il approprié pour les familles ?

    Is it appropriate for families?

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Cultural Tip

In spoken French, *Ça convient* is perfectly natural, but in formal writing you might prefer *Cela convient*. Also, French speakers often follow the question with a brief justification (e.g., *Il y a une piscine chauffée*). Remember that *aux familles* can be expanded to *aux familles avec enfants* if you want to stress that children are included.