WatchPhrase · Ages 8-30 · In use
être game
To be up for something, or brave enough to do it. 'Chu game' means 'I'm in'. 'T'es pas game' is a classic way to challenge someone.
On va glisser après l'école, t'es-tu game? (We're going sledding after school, you in?)
For parents and educators
Usually just means 'are you in?'. It's also the phrase behind schoolyard challenges, including risky online ones.
If you’re worried
If your child mentions being pushed to do something risky because they 'weren't game', talk about how saying no is the brave move. Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868.
Where it came from
From the English adjective 'game' (willing, plucky).
Also heard as
t'es-tu game?, chu game
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