French Phrase
On a aussi besoin de centres de table.
Meaning
The sentence states that, in addition to other items already mentioned, we also require table centerpieces. It is a neutral statement often used when planning events or decorating a space.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are discussing the supplies needed for a party, wedding, banquet, or any gathering where the table setting is being arranged. It works well after listing other necessities such as plates, napkins, or chairs.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Onaaussibesoindecentresdetable
Impersonal pronoun "On"
"On" is used like "we" in informal French and can refer to people in general.
"avoir besoin de" construction
The verb "avoir" followed by "besoin" always takes the preposition "de" before the thing needed.
Adverb placement – "aussi"
Adverbs such as "aussi" (also) are placed directly before the verb phrase they modify, here before "besoin".
Plural noun phrase "centres de table"
"Centres de table" is a plural compound noun; the preposition "de" links the two nouns, similar to "centerpieces" in English.
🗨In Conversation
On a besoin de nappes, de chaises et de couverts.
We need tablecloths, chairs and cutlery.
On a aussi besoin de centres de table.
We also need table centerpieces.
✕Common Mistakes
On a aussi besoin à centres de table.
The construction is "avoir besoin de", never "à".
On a aussi besoin de centre de table.
If you need more than one, use the plural "centres de table".
On a besoin aussi de centres de table.
Place "aussi" before "besoin" for correct emphasis.
↔Alternatives
Il nous faut aussi des centres de table.
We also need some table centerpieces.
Nous avons également besoin de centres de table.
We also have a need for table centerpieces.
Des centres de table sont aussi nécessaires.
Table centerpieces are also necessary.
Cultural Tip
In French décor vocabulary, "centre de table" refers to any decorative object placed in the middle of a table, from floral arrangements to candles. When speaking formally, you might prefer "Il nous faut" or "Nous avons besoin de". Remember that "centres de table" stays plural; the singular is "centre de table" and is rarely used in the context of event planning.