Although, the meaning of "bien avoir" can be surmised from the context, I still wanted to do some research. I was unable to find any information in Collins Dictionary, LaRousse or even Reverso.
I take it, "Tu m'as bien eu !" to mean something like, "You really fooled me!"
Does anyone have any insight into this particular phrase?
Merci a tous ! This was a fun little story.
Hello N. Hilary,
This phrase is used when someone has been tricked, fooled, or outsmarted by another person. It's often said in a lighthearted or humorous context, acknowledging that the speaker has fallen for a joke or been deceived somehow.
English equivalents might be :
"You really got me there!"
"You fooled me!"
"You pulled one over on me!"
"You had me going!"
"You really had me!"
It's typically used in informal situations, often with a tone of amusement or mild frustration. The speaker admits they were successfully tricked or misled by the other person.
We are pleased that you enjoyed this story.
Bonne Continuation !
Hilary,
see link below to Larousse ( monolingual ) dictionary - ‘ avoir quelqu’un ‘ under expressions.
‘ Bien ‘ is an amplifier/emphasiser.
https://www.larousse.fr/dictionnaires/francais/avoir/7141#locution
Cecile and Maarten,
Thank you both for the explanations. What a great expression. I'm going to use it from now on with my husband, who loves to tease me!
The link to LaRousse was very helpful. Don't know why I didn't check the monolingual dictionay. I find that is often the best way to learn.
Merci encore et Bonne Continuation !
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