French Phrase
Les boissons sont là‑bas.
Meaning
The sentence tells someone that the drinks are located over there. It’s a simple way to point out where beverages have been placed, whether at a party, a restaurant, or a gathering.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to direct someone to the location of drinks, especially in informal or semi‑formal settings such as a café, a family dinner, or a social event.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Lesboissonssontlà-bas
Les (definite article, plural)
Use "les" before plural nouns, regardless of gender, to refer to specific items.
Boissons (feminine plural noun)
The word "boisson" is feminine; its plural form adds an -s, becoming "boissons".
Sont (être, 3rd person plural)
"Sont" is the present tense of "être" used with "ils/elles" or any plural subject.
Là‑bas (adverb of place)
"Là‑bas" means "over there" and points to a location that is not immediate; contrast with "ici" (here).
🗨In Conversation
Où sont les boissons ?
Where are the drinks?
Les boissons sont là‑bas.
The drinks are over there.
✕Common Mistakes
Les boisson sont là‑bas.
The article must agree in number with the noun; use "les boissons" for plural.
Les boissons est là‑bas.
Verb must agree with the plural subject; use "sont" not "est".
Les boissons sont là bas.
The adverb is written with a hyphen: "là‑bas".
↔Alternatives
Les boissons sont ici.
The drinks are here.
Les boissons se trouvent là‑bas.
The drinks are located over there.
Vous trouverez les boissons là‑bas.
You will find the drinks over there.
Cultural Tip
In French, "là‑bas" is often accompanied by a gesture pointing in the direction you mean. It’s more precise than just "là" and is commonly used in restaurants or at events to guide guests. Remember that "boissons" can refer to both alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks, so the context will determine the level of formality.