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French Phrase

J'ai un rendez-vous à 15h.

/ʒe œ̃ ʁɑ̃.de.vu a kɛ̃z œʁ/
Meaning"I have an appointment at 3 PM."
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Meaning

This phrase is the standard way to announce a scheduled meeting or appointment. In French, 'rendez-vous' is a versatile term covering everything from a doctor's visit to a business meeting or even a romantic date. The use of '15h' reflects the common French practice of using the 24-hour clock for official and written schedules.

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When to use

Use this phrase when discussing your schedule, explaining why you are unavailable, or checking in at a reception desk. It is appropriate for both formal professional settings and informal personal contexts.

✦Grammar Breakdown

J'aiun rendez-vousà15h

1

Avoir (J'ai)

The verb 'avoir' (to have) is used to express obligations or scheduled events in your calendar.

2

Rendez-vous

This is a masculine compound noun that remains the same in both singular and plural forms.

3

Preposition 'à'

The preposition 'à' is used to introduce a specific time or location.

🗨In Conversation

A

Tu es libre pour un café cet après-midi ?

Are you free for a coffee this afternoon?

Désolé, j'ai un rendez-vous à 15h.

Sorry, I have an appointment at 3 PM.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Je suis un rendez-vous à 15h.

    In French, you 'have' (avoir) an appointment, you are not the appointment itself.

  • J'ai un rendez-vous à 3h.

    Without context, '3h' refers to 3 AM; use the 24-hour format '15h' for clarity in the afternoon.

↔Alternatives

  • Je suis pris à 15h.

    I am busy at 3 PM.

  • J'ai une réunion à 15h.

    I have a meeting at 3 PM.

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Cultural Tip

The French almost exclusively use the 24-hour clock for appointments, transport, and public events. While you might say 'trois heures' in casual conversation, always write '15h' to ensure there is no confusion between AM and PM, especially in a professional environment.