French Expression · Intermediate
être au courant
to be aware / to be informed
Pronunciation: ETR oh koo-RAHN
Meaning
To know about something; to have information.
Example
Est-ce que tu es au courant de la nouvelle ?
Are you aware of the news?
Practice tips
- Practice être au courant out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.