WHEN TO USE THE FAIRE CAUSATIVE CONSTRUCTION
The faire causative construction in French involves using the verb “faire” in combination with another verb to express the idea of causing someone else to do something. Scroll down for a list of 15 French faire causative examples. You can download a PDF of this lesson guide in my private French Grammar Library.
It adds a layer of causation to the action, creating a dynamic and expressive way to communicate. This construction is particularly useful when you want to convey the idea of having something done or making someone do something.
The faire causative is commonly used in situations where an action is performed by someone other than the subject, either on their behalf or under their influence. It adds nuance to communication, allowing speakers to emphasize the involvement of others in the action.
VIDEO LESSON + FAIRE CAUSATIVE EXAMPLES
For a comprehensive understanding of the faire causative and its various applications, be sure to watch my video lesson and observe and compare the 15 following examples in French and English.
Download a free PDF of the following examples below.
| French | English |
| Je fais réparer ma voiture. | I am having my car repaired. |
| Il fait faire ses devoirs à son fils. | He makes his son do his homework. |
| Elle fait nettoyer sa maison chaque semaine. | She has her house cleaned every week. |
| Nous faisons préparer un gâteau pour la fête. | We are having a cake prepared for the party. |
| Vous faites cuisiner le dîner par un chef. | You have the dinner cooked by a chef. |
| Ils font traduire ce document en anglais. | They have this document translated into English. |
| On fait peindre la chambre en bleu. | We have the room painted blue. |
| Elle fait réviser son CV par un professionnel. | She has her resume revised by a professional. |
| Nous faisons construire une nouvelle maison. | We are having a new house built. |
| Tu fais laver tes vêtements à la laverie. | You have your clothes washed at the laundromat. |
| Il fait planter des fleurs dans le jardin. | He is having flowers planted in the garden. |
| Elles font étudier leurs enfants avec un tuteur. | They make their children study with a tutor. |
| Nous faisons réparer le toit de la maison. | We have the house roof repaired. |
| Vous faites réserver une table au restaurant. | You have a table reserved at the restaurant. |
| Ils font organiser une fête d’anniversaire surprise. | They are having a surprise birthday party organized. |
