French Phrase
Ton internet rame ?
Meaning
Literally “Your internet is lagging?” It’s a casual way to ask if someone’s connection is slow or unreliable, using the slang verb *ramer*.
When to use
Use this phrase in informal settings—talking with friends, family, or coworkers you’re comfortable with. It’s perfect when you notice buffering, long load times, or a choppy video call.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Toninternetrame?
Ton (possessive adjective)
Used before a masculine singular noun to indicate ownership (your).
Internet (noun)
A masculine noun in French, borrowed from English; no article needed in this short question.
Rame (verb ramer)
Informal verb meaning “to lag, to be slow”. Conjugated in the present 3rd‑person singular.
? (question mark)
Turns the statement into a yes/no question in spoken French.
🗨In Conversation
Ton internet rame ?
Is your internet lagging?
Oui, c’est vraiment lent aujourd’hui.
Yes, it’s really slow today.
✕Common Mistakes
Ton internet est rame.
Don’t use *est* because *rame* is a verb, not an adjective.
Ton connexion est lente.
If you refer to *connexion* (feminine), you must use *ta*.
Ton internet ramé ?
The past participle *ramé* is not used here; you need the present tense *rame*.
↔Alternatives
Ta connexion internet est lente.
Your internet connection is slow.
Ton net est lent.
Your net is slow.
Tu as du mal à te connecter ?
Are you having trouble connecting?
Cultural Tip
The verb *ramer* (literally “to row”) is slang for anything that moves slowly—traffic, a computer, or a conversation. It’s informal, so avoid it in formal emails or business meetings. In some regions of France, people also say *ça rame* to describe a sluggish device.