avoir le béguin

to have a crush

Advanced Phrase

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Pronunciation

/a.vwaʁ lə be.ɡɛ̃/

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Cultural Note

This charming old-fashioned expression dates back to the 15th century. A 'béguin' was originally a nun's bonnet, and the expression evolved from the idea of being 'coiffed' by love — it wraps around your head. While slightly dated, it remains widely understood and carries a sweet, innocent connotation compared to more modern expressions.

📝 Example Sentences

J'ai le béguin pour mon voisin depuis des mois.

I've had a crush on my neighbor for months.

Elle a le béguin pour toi, c'est évident !

She has a crush on you, it's obvious!

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Related Words

craquer pour

to fall for / to have a crush on

flasher sur

to be instantly attracted to / to be struck by

un coup de foudre

love at first sight (lit. a lightning strike)

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