je t'en prie
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Allez !).
interjection
1.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second-person informal “tu” by its conjugation or implied context (e.g., Et toi ?).
(informal)
(used to respond to being thanked)
a. you're welcome
Merci pour tes conseils. - Je t'en prie.Thanks for your advice. - You're welcome.
b. don't mention it
C'est très gentil, merci ! - Je t'en prie.That's so nice, thank you! - Don't mention it.
2.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second-person informal “tu” by its conjugation or implied context (e.g., Et toi ?).
(informal)
(used as an invitation)
a. please
Je t'en prie, prends du gâteau.Please, have some cake.
3.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second-person informal “tu” by its conjugation or implied context (e.g., Et toi ?).
(informal)
(used to ask with insistence)
a. please
Je t'en prie, éteins ta musique !Please, turn off your music!
b. I beg you
Papa, je t'en prie, laisse-moi regarder la télévision !Dad, I beg you, let me watch TV!
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