French Phrase
Ta table est réservée.
Meaning
Literally, ‘Your table is reserved.’ It tells the listener that a table has already been set aside for them, usually in a restaurant or café. The phrase is informal because of the possessive ‘ta’.
When to use
Use this sentence when you arrive at a restaurant and the host or hostess confirms that a reservation has been made for you. It can also be used by a friend who is holding a spot for you at a shared table.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tatableestréservée
Ta (possessive adjective)
‘Ta’ is the informal singular possessive adjective meaning ‘your’ (used with familiar people). It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
table (noun)
‘Table’ is a feminine noun meaning ‘table’. Because it is feminine, any adjective that follows must be in the feminine form.
est (être)
‘Est’ is the third‑person singular present of the verb ‘être’ (to be). It links the subject with a predicate adjective.
réservée (past participle used as adjective)
‘Réservée’ is the past participle of ‘réserver’ used as an adjective. It must agree in gender and number with the noun ‘table’, hence the extra ‘e’ at the end.
🗨In Conversation
Ta table est réservée.
Your table is reserved.
Merci, c’est parfait !
Thanks, that’s perfect!
✕Common Mistakes
Ta table sont réservée.
The verb must agree with the singular subject ‘table’, so use ‘est’ not ‘sont’.
Ta table est reservé.
Because ‘table’ is feminine, the adjective must be ‘réservée’ with an extra ‘e’.
Ta table est réservée, monsieur.
When speaking to a stranger or in a formal setting, use ‘votre’ instead of the informal ‘ta’.
↔Alternatives
Votre table est réservée.
Your table is reserved. (formal/polite)
Ta table est déjà réservée.
Your table is already reserved.
Nous avons réservé une table pour vous.
We have reserved a table for you.
Cultural Tip
In French‑speaking restaurants, staff will often confirm a reservation using the formal ‘votre’ when speaking to strangers or older customers. The informal ‘ta’ is appropriate only with friends, family, or when the establishment has a relaxed, casual vibe. Also, French waitstaff tend to be punctual; a reservation means the table will be ready shortly after you arrive.