avoir l'intention
intend
The French phrase 'avoir l'intention' is used to express the idea of intending or planning to do something. It is a common phrase in conversation and is often used to express future plans or intentions. The phrase is made up of the verb 'avoir' (to have) and the noun 'intention' (intention). It is important to note that the phrase is used in the present tense, even when referring to future plans or intentions.
Example sentences using: avoir l'intention
J'ai l'intention d'apprendre le français cette année.
I intend to learn French this year.
In this sentence, 'J'ai l'intention d'apprendre le français cette année' translates directly to 'I have the intention to learn French this year', but in more natural English, it is 'I intend to learn French this year'.
Elle a l'intention de voyager en France cet été.
She intends to travel to France this summer.
Here, 'Elle a l'intention de voyager en France cet été' directly translates to 'She has the intention to travel to France this summer'. However, for a more natural English translation, one would say 'She intends to travel to France this summer'.
Nous avons l'intention d'organiser une fête ce week-end.
We intend to throw a party this weekend.
'Nous avons l'intention d'organiser une fête ce week-end' directly translates to 'We have the intention to organize a party this weekend' but a more natural English translation would be 'We intend to throw a party this weekend'.