French Expression · Advanced
Se poser la question de
To question / To wonder about
Pronunciation: suh poh-ZAY lah kes-TYON duh
Meaning
To reflect on or seriously consider a particular issue, idea, or possibility.
Example
Il faut se poser la question de l'impact environnemental de nos actions.
We must question the environmental impact of our actions.
Practice tips
- Practice Se poser la question de 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 advanced-level learners.