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10 Common French phrases: How to structure a speech or talk

Whether you’re giving a presentation or simply introducing yourself to a group of people, knowing how to structure a speech or talk in French can be a valuable skill.

In this lesson, we’ll go over 10 common French phrases for structuring a speech or talk.

Bonjour à tous. (Hello, everyone.)

This phrase is used to begin a speech or talk, and to greet the audience.

Je vais parler de ___. (I’m going to talk about ___.)

This phrase is used to introduce the topic or theme of the speech or talk.

Tout d’abord, je vais ___ . (First, I’m going to ___ .)

This phrase is used to introduce the first point or topic of the speech or talk.

Ensuite, je vais ___ . (Next, I’m going to ___ .)

This phrase is used to introduce the second point or topic of the speech or talk.

Après cela, je vais ___ . (After that, I’m going to ___ .)

This phrase is used to introduce the third point or topic of the speech or talk.

Pour résumer, j’ai parlé de ___. (To summarize, I talked about ___.)

This phrase is used to summarize the main points or topics covered in the speech or talk.

En conclusion, ___. (In conclusion, ___ .)

This phrase is used to wrap up the speech or talk, and to give a final statement or message.

Merci de votre attention. (Thank you for your attention.)

This phrase is used to express gratitude to the audience for listening.

Avez-vous des questions ? (Do you have any questions?)

This phrase is used to invite the audience to ask questions or seek clarification.

Je suis à votre disposition pour répondre à vos questions. (I’m available to answer your questions.)

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker is willing and available to answer any questions or concerns the audience may have.

Learning these common French phrases for structuring a speech or talk will help you to communicate more effectively in formal settings.

Additionally, it is helpful to learn basic French vocabulary and grammar rules to build your language skills. With practice and persistence, you’ll soon be able to deliver speeches and talks with ease in French.

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How to give an oral presentation in French

by Lingoda Team

Published on November 18, 2016 / Updated on November 9, 2022

Eventually in life, the time will come when you will have to present in front of a group. If you are giving a speech in a foreign language like after learning French, it can be very challenging since it often adds extra insecurity to the mix. We will give you some tips on how to give an oral presentation in French:

Preparation is key. In order to succeed in your presentation, know your topic well. You will be the expert in the classroom and realizing this will boost your self-confidence and keep your nerves under control. Remember to use technology to your advantage, visual aids (maps, photos, film clips, graphs, diagrams, and charts) can enhance a presentation, but don’t rely completely on them since it might be distracting for your audience.

Pay attention to your posture, stand straight and don’t rock back and forth on your heels, or do anything that might distract from your content. Speak in a clear, audible voice, loud enough to be clearly heard in the back row.  Never, ever mumble and be confident about your research and content.

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Tips to give an oral presentation in french.

• Structure and order . France is not an exception. Let the audience know at the start how your presentation will be structured. A brief outline will prepare them for what you are about to say.
• It’s not what you say but how you say it.  This may sound like a cliché, but it’s a general rule for life. Understand that you will probably be nervous, accept it and move on. Deep breaths will help control the speed of your speech and will give the impression that you are more confident in what you are saying. Avoid having spicy food or caffeine drinks right before and make sure your breathing pattern is normal.
• Talk! don’t read . Nobody enjoys seeing a speaker burying his or her face in a script, reading stiffly from a piece of paper. Try to talk from notes, or, if you use a written-out text, try to look down at it only occasionally. In a speech, it is crucial to be able to transmit the ideas and concepts that you have been preparing and working for so hard, so don’t worry too much about the words.
• Make eye   contact  with people seated in all parts of the room, another fundamental aspect of public speaking. Don’t be afraid of using your hands to emphasize your ideas. Sharing space with the audience can also communicate your interest in sharing your results with them, so don’t be afraid of moving around the stage to help you reach out to every corner of the room, and also cover up any nervousness you may be experiencing.
• Don’t be afraid of questions and interruptions.  Actually, this is one of the best things that can happen, because it shows that someone in the audience has engaged with what you’re saying, and, if you have the time to offer a brief response, it can actually lead to genuine progress on the point you were making. Plus, two-way conversation is always a tension-reducer.
• Always try to make an impact with your audience.  Something that they’ll remember. Finishing strong can be a good way to achieve that. Always be sure to have a compelling conclusion to your presentation in which you highlight and summarize the points you made to your audience.

Useful vocabulary for presenting in French

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Public Speaking and Presentation Phrases in French

Public speaking and presenting in a non-native language can be daunting. However, learning key phrases can boost your confidence and effectiveness. Here, we’ll explore essential French phrases useful for public speaking and presentations.

Introduction – Introduire This is the part where you introduce your topic or the purpose of your presentation. Je suis ici aujourd’hui pour introduire le sujet de notre nouvelle stratégie marketing.

Welcome – Accueillir Use this to warmly welcome your audience. Je vous souhaite à tous la bienvenue à cette conférence.

Today, I am going to talk about – Aujourd’hui, je vais parler de A phrase to outline the main topic of your presentation. Aujourd’hui, je vais parler de l’importance de la durabilité en affaires.

Let’s begin – Commençons A simple phrase to smoothly transition into the body of the presentation. Commençons par examiner les statistiques.

Firstly – Tout d’abord Use this to start your list of points. Tout d’abord, examinons les conditions actuelles du marché.

Secondly – Deuxièmement This helps you transition to your next point. Deuxièmement, nous analyserons les réponses des consommateurs.

Moreover – De plus Use this phrase to add more information or to emphasize a point. De plus, il est essentiel de considérer les impacts à long terme.

However – Cependant Introduces a contrast or exception. Cependant, il y a certaines limitations à prendre en compte.

Therefore – Par conséquent Used to introduce a conclusion or result. Par conséquent, nous devons ajuster notre stratégie.

In conclusion – En conclusion Signals the end of the presentation and summarizes the main points. En conclusion, ces mesures amélioreront notre rentabilité.

Let’s move on to – Passons à Useful for transitioning to another topic or section. Passons à l’analyse des risques potentiels.

As you can see – Comme vous pouvez le voir Use this when showing visual aids or summarizing a clear point. Comme vous pouvez le voir sur ce graphique, les ventes ont augmenté.

Does anyone have any questions? – Y a-t-il des questions ? Inviting questions from the audience. Y a-t-il des questions concernant les données que nous avons présentées ?

Thank you for your attention – Merci de votre attention A polite way to end your presentation. Merci de votre attention, j’espère que la présentation vous a été utile.

I would like to conclude by saying – Je voudrais conclure en disant A phrase to add a final thought or summary. Je voudrais conclure en disant que nous sommes à l’aube de grandes innovations.

To summarize – Pour résumer When you need to give a quick recap of your presentation. Pour résumer, nous avons discuté de trois points clés aujourd’hui.

These phrases serve as a scaffold to structure a clear and engaging presentation in French. Remember, practice is crucial, so try using these phrases in your next French presentation to become more fluent and confident.

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79 Common French Phrases To Survive Your First Conversation With A Native Speaker

Are you learning French?

Would you love to chat to French speakers with ease, without stumbling over your words?

Getting to a decent level in any language takes time because there's lot of vocabulary you need to learn. 

But, one big shortcut you can use at the beginning is to work out which words and expressions you are likely to need right from the start and focus on those.

And the good news is you don’t have to worry about it doing it for yourself – because I’ve done it for you!

Here’s my list of the 79 essential French phrases you need to start speaking right away.

Thanks to these common French phrases, you'll know exactly what to say in your first conversations with native speakers.

They'll serve you for your first interactions and well into the future.

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Anyway, back to our common French phrases…. let's discover what they are!

Need-To-Knows About French To Use These Common French Phrases

Before we dive into the phrases themselves, there are a couple of need-to-knows about French that'll help you make the most of this list of common French phrases.

French Pronunciation

I’ve included an approximate guide for how to pronounce each of the phrases in this post based on phonetic English. Although this is no substitute for listening to recordings or native speakers pronouncing the words, it'll help you get started.

I've used ‘j’ to represent the French ‘j’ sound. But be aware that in French, it has a soft pronunciation, not like the English ‘j’ in ‘John’.

For a more detailed look at dive into pronunciation, you can check out my comprehensive  French pronunciation  guide.

A Note On T u A nd V ous

French, like many other languages, has two ways to say “you” depending on your level of familiarity with the person you are speaking to.

The basic rule is:

• When you're speaking to strangers, especially people who are older than you, you should use vous. 
• When you're speaking to someone you are on familiar terms with or when you speak to children, you can use tu .

In my list, I've given the form you are most likely to need for that each phrase. Where you might need either, I've included both.

Finally, in very informal spoken French , tu es and tu as can be abbreviated to t’es and t’as respectively.

While this might not be considered strictly ‘correct’, it is quite common.

So I've used this form in my list for a couple of the more informal expressions to show where you might come across it.

By the way, if you're interested in informal language, you can also check out  this post on 23 colloquial French phrases for impressing the locals.

Common French Greetings You Already Know 

First, let's look at the basic greetings in French. These are fairly simple. And you no doubt already know at least some of them.

• (on shon tay)

Common French Phrases For Continuing The Conversation

After greeting someone, you'll want to move the conversation on with some small talk. Here are a few of the standard questions and answers.

• (komon va too, komon too va, komon tallay voo) – the ‘n’ is nasal and not pronounced strongly
• (sa va/juh vay byan)
• (sa va luh tra vai, luh boo low, luh taff – the last syllable of travail rhymes with “eye”)
• (komon va ton pair, ton pair va byan)
• (too fay kwah kom tra vai/say kwah ton tra vai)

Must-Know French Phrases For Being Polite 

Next, here are the basic expressions of courtesy that you need to know right from the start.

• (mair see byan)
• (mair see bo coo)
• (ill nee ah pah duh kwah)
• (eh skyoo zay mwah/pah don)
• (eh skyoo zay mwah/komon)
• (juh swee dehsolay/ pah don)
• (va zee, allay zee, sair twah)

Basic French Phrases For Dealing With Problems

Another situation you might find yourself in is one where you have to deal with a problem. Here are some important questions and expressions to use when you are having difficulties or when everything is not going according to plan.

• (poo vay voo)
• (poo vay voo parlay ploo lon tuh mon sih voo play)
• (poo vay voo luh reh peh tay sih voo play)
• (poo vay voo mayday sih voo play)
• (juh nuh compron pah)
• (juh nay rien compree)
• (juh nuh pahl pah bo coo duh fron say)
• (juh swee pair doo)
• (kess kuh sa vuh deer)
• (parlay voo fron say/ong glay)
• (juh nuh muh son pah tray byan)
• (juh swee ma lad)
• (jay onvee duh vomeer)
• (ah ton sion, fay/fet ah ton sion)
• (oh suhcoor)

French Question Words

Learning the basic question words can get you a long way, even if you don’t know much else of the language. Here they are in French:

• (pour kwah)

Check out this post on forming questions in French for more details on how to ask questions correctly.

Common French Questions

Ok, so now you know the essential French question words. But what about using them to form real questions? Here are some of the most common French questions you're likely to ask or be asked.

• (komon too tappel, too tappel komon)
• (kel aj ah too, too ah kel aj)
• (kel er et ill/ill ay kell er)
• (say kom byan, sa coot kom byan)
• (too vyen doo/tay doo)
• (too kom pron)
• (too pahl ong glai/fron say)
• (parlay voo ong glai/ fron say)
• (oo ay lah sal duh ban/oo son lay twah let)

Important Answers In French 

Here are some indispensable expressions for giving information about yourself as well as answering some other basic questions in French.

• (juh mappel)
• (juh swee roh jay/ear lon day/ear lon days/proh feh suhr)
• (jay tront on)
• (juh vyen dekoss/juh swee duh lekoss)
• (too luh ton/too lay jour)
• (pah fwah, day fwah)
• (byan sure – pronounced with an ‘s’ sound and not a ‘sh’)

Simple French Phrases For Special Occasions

If you're lucky and make some French friends, you may even be invited to some special occasions in France. Here are the phrases you'll need for those situations.

• (ah myooz twah byan, ah myoozay voo byan)
• (bon voyaj)
• (bonn vah konce)
• (bon appuh tee)
• (fay liss ee tah sion)
• (byan vuh noo)
• (jway uh zannee ver sair)
• (jway uh no ell)
• (bonn annay)

Essential French Expressions For Saying Goodbye

Finally, here are a few useful phrases for saying goodbye.

• (oh ruh vwah)
• (bonn jour nay)
• (bonn swah ray)
• (bonn nwee)
• (ah byan toe)
• (ah duh man)

Never Get Lost For Words In French Again

So there you are! 79 common French phrases to help you take your first steps in your new language.

You'll be amazed by how far these greetings, questions and basic courtesy phrases will get you in your first conversation with a French speaker.

With this list, you'll be able to greet a French speaker politely, introduce yourself, get to know them better and deal with any problems that might come up.

So now, all that remains is for you to go find someone to talk to in French. Armed with this list, you'll never be lost for words again.

And maybe, it might just be the start you need to go on to learn to speak French fluently!

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50 Common French Phrases for Beginners: Start Speaking Like a Pro

• Post author: Elijah Logan
• Post last modified: May 13, 2023
• Post category: Blog

Learning a new language can be both exciting and intimidating, but mastering the basics is the first step to becoming fluent. French, known as the language of love and diplomacy , is no exception. With over 220 million speakers worldwide, learning French can be an invaluable skill for travel, work, and personal growth.

In this blog post, we’ve compiled a list of common French phrases with descriptions and examples to help beginners familiarize themselves with the language and become more confident in their conversational skills.

Also Read: 6 Ways To Mastering French Vocabulary : Tips, Tricks, and Expressions

These phrases will help you navigate everyday situations and allow you to communicate with native speakers more effectively. Let’s dive in!

Table of Contents

Here are 50 common French phrases with descriptions and examples:

• Bonjour (Good morning/Hello) – A standard greeting used in both formal and informal settings. Example: “Bonjour, comment ça va?” (Hello, how are you?)
• Bonsoir (Good evening) – A greeting used in the evening in both formal and informal situations. Example: “Bonsoir, Madame.” (Good evening, ma’am.)
• Salut (Hi/Bye) – An informal greeting or farewell. Example: “Salut, ça va?” (Hi, how’s it going?)
• Au revoir (Goodbye) – A polite way to say goodbye. Example: “Au revoir, à demain!” (Goodbye, see you tomorrow!)
• Merci (Thank you) – To express gratitude. Example: “Merci pour le cadeau.” (Thank you for the gift.)
• Merci beaucoup (Thank you very much) – To emphasize appreciation. Example: “Merci beaucoup pour votre aide.” (Thank you very much for your help.)
• De rien (You’re welcome) – A polite response to someone who thanked you. Example: “Merci pour le café.” “De rien.” (Thank you for the coffee. You’re welcome.)
• S’il vous plaît (Please – formal) – A polite request in a formal context. Example: “Pourriez-vous me passer le sel, s’il vous plaît?” (Could you pass me the salt, please?)
• S’il te plaît (Please – informal) – A polite request in an informal context. Example: “Passe-moi le sucre, s’il te plaît.” (Pass me the sugar, please.)
• Excusez-moi (Excuse me – formal) – To get someone’s attention, apologize, or make your way through a crowd. Example: “Excusez-moi, pourriez-vous me dire où se trouve la gare?” (Excuse me, could you tell me where the train station is?)
• Excuse-moi (Excuse me – informal) – Informal version of “Excusez-moi.” Example: “Excuse-moi, tu pourrais m’aider avec ça?” (Excuse me, could you help me with this?)
• Pardon (Pardon/Sorry) – To apologize for a minor mistake or inconvenience, or to ask someone to repeat what they said. Example: “Pardon, je n’ai pas compris.” (Sorry, I didn’t understand.)
• Comment ça va? (How are you?) – A common way to ask someone how they are doing. Example: “Salut, comment ça va?” (Hi, how are you?)
• Comment allez-vous? (How are you? – formal) – A more formal way to ask someone how they are doing. Example: “Bonjour, Madame Martin, comment allez-vous?” (Hello, Mrs. Martin, how are you?)
• Je m’appelle… (My name is…) – To introduce yourself and share your name. Example: “Je m’appelle Pierre. Enchanté.” (My name is Pierre. Nice to meet you.)
• Enchanté(e) (Nice to meet you) – To express that you are pleased to meet someone. Example: “Je m’appelle Sophie. Enchantée.” (My name is Sophie. Nice to meet you.)
• Oui (Yes) – An affirmative response. Example: “Est-ce que tu veux venir au cinéma avec moi?” “Oui!” (Do you want to come to the movies with me? Yes!)
• Non (No) – A negative response. Example: “Tu aimes les épinards?” “Non.” (Do you like spinach? No.)
• Comment tu t’appelles? (What’s your name? – informal) – To ask someone’s name in an informal context. Example: “Comment tu t’appelles?” “Je m’appelle Julie.” (What’s your name? My name is Julie.)
• Comment vous appelez-vous? (What’s your name? – formal) – To ask someone’s name in a formal context. Example: “Comment vous appelez-vous?” “Je m’appelle Monsieur Dupont.” (What’s your name? My name is Mr. Dupont.)
• Ça va? (How’s it going?) – A casual way to ask someone how they are doing. Example: “Salut, ça va?” “Oui, ça va bien, merci.” (Hi, how’s it going? Yes, I’m fine, thank you.)
• D’accord (Alright/OK) – To express agreement or understanding. Example: “On se retrouve à 19h?” “D’accord.” (We’ll meet at 7 PM? Alright.)
• Je ne sais pas (I don’t know) – To express uncertainty or lack of knowledge. Example: “Où est la bibliothèque?” “Je ne sais pas.” (Where is the library? I don’t know.)
• Je ne comprends pas (I don’t understand) – To indicate that you don’t understand something. Example: “Je ne comprends pas cette phrase.” (I don’t understand this sentence.)
• Pouvez-vous répéter, s’il vous plaît? (Can you repeat, please? – formal) – To ask someone to repeat something in a formal context. Example: “Pouvez-vous répéter, s’il vous plaît?” (Can you repeat, please?)
• Peux-tu répéter, s’il te plaît? (Can you repeat, please? – informal) – To ask someone to repeat something in an informal context. Example: “Peux-tu répéter, s’il te plaît?” (Can you repeat, please?)
• Parlez-vous anglais? (Do you speak English? – formal) – To ask if someone speaks English in a formal context. Example: “Parlez-vous anglais?” “Oui, un peu.” (Do you speak English? Yes, a little.)
• Tu parles anglais? (Do you speak English? – informal) – To ask if someone speaks English in an informal context. Example: “Tu parles anglais?” “Oui, assez bien.” (Do you speak English? Yes, quite well.)
• Combien ça coûte? (How much does it cost?) – To inquire about the price of something. Example: “Combien ça coûte, ce sac?” (How much does this bag cost?)
• Où sont les toilettes? (Where is the bathroom?) – To ask for the location of the restroom. Example: “Où sont les toilettes, s’il vous plaît?” (Where is the bathroom, please?)
• À tout à l’heure (See you later) – To say goodbye when you expect to see someone later the same day. Example: “Je vais au magasin. À tout à l’heure!” (I’m going to the store. See you later!)
• À bientôt (See you soon) – To say goodbye when you expect to see someone again soon. Example: “Au revoir, à bientôt!” (Goodbye, see you soon!)
• À demain (See you tomorrow) – To say goodbye when you plan to see someone the next day. Example: “Bonne soirée, à demain!” (Have a good evening, see you tomorrow!)
• Quelle heure est-il? (What time is it?) – To ask for the current time. Example: “Quelle heure est-il?” “Il est 3 heures de l’après-midi.” (What time is it? It’s 3 PM.)
• Comment dit-on… en français? (How do you say… in French?) – To ask for the translation of a word or phrase. Example: “Comment dit-on ‘apple’ en français?” “On dit ‘pomme’.” (How do you say ‘apple’ in French? It’s ‘pomme.’)
• J’aimerais… (I would like…) – To express a preference or desire for something. Example: “J’aimerais une tasse de thé, s’il vous plaît.” (I would like a cup of tea, please.)
• Je voudrais… (I would like…) – Another way to express a preference or desire for something. Example: “Je voudrais un billet pour Paris, s’il vous plaît.” (I would like a ticket to Paris, please.)
• C’est bon (It’s good) – To express satisfaction or approval. Example: “Tu as goûté ce gâteau?” “Oui, c’est bon!” (Have you tasted this cake? Yes, it’s good!)
• Je suis fatigué(e) (I am tired) – To express that you are tired. Example: “Je suis fatigué, je vais me coucher.” (I am tired, I’m going to bed.)
• Je suis désolé(e) (I am sorry) – To apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. Example: “Je suis désolé, je suis en retard.” (I am sorry, I am late.)
• Je t’aime (I love you) – To express love or affection for someone. Example: “Je t’aime, mon amour.” (I love you, my love.)
• Il fait beau (The weather is nice) – To describe pleasant weather. Example: “Il fait beau aujourd’hui, n’est-ce pas?” (The weather is nice today, isn’t it?)
• Il fait froid (It’s cold) – To describe cold weather. Example: “Il fait froid ce matin!” (It’s cold this morning!)
• Il fait chaud (It’s hot) – To describe hot weather. Example: “Il fait chaud cet après-midi, allons à la plage.” (It’s hot this afternoon, let’s go to the beach.)
• C’est loin? (Is it far?) – To ask about the distance to a destination. Example: “C’est loin, la gare?” “Non, c’est à 10 minutes à pied.” (Is the train station far? No, it’s a 10-minute walk.)
• C’est près? (Is it near?) – To ask about the proximity of a destination. Example: “C’est près, l’épicerie?” “Oui, juste au coin de la rue.” (Is the grocery store near? Yes, just around the corner.)
• Où se trouve…? (Where is… located?) – To ask for the location of a place. Example: “Où se trouve le musée d’Orsay?” (Where is the Orsay Museum located?)
• Qu’est-ce que c’est? (What is it?) – To inquire about the nature or identity of something. Example: “Qu’est-ce que c’est, ça?” “C’est une écharpe.” (What is this? It’s a scarf.)
• Je voudrais réserver une table (I would like to reserve a table) – To make a reservation at a restaurant. Example: “Je voudrais réserver une table pour deux personnes à 20h, s’il vous plaît.” (I would like to reserve a table for two people at 8 PM, please.)
• L’addition, s’il vous plaît (The check, please) – To request the bill at a restaurant. Example: “L’addition, s’il vous plaît.” (The check, please.)

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FAQs About Common Phrases in French

Q1: do i need to learn both formal and informal versions of french phrases.

Yes, it’s important to understand both formal and informal phrases in French. The level of formality used depends on your relationship with the person you’re speaking to and the context of the conversation.

Generally, use formal phrases when speaking with strangers, older people, or in professional settings. Informal phrases are more appropriate for friends, family, and peers.

Q2: How do I practice my pronunciation of these French phrases?

To improve your pronunciation, listen to native speakers in videos, podcasts, or language learning apps. You can also practice speaking with a language partner or tutor, who can provide feedback on your pronunciation.

Repeating phrases aloud and recording your voice can also help you identify areas for improvement.

Q3: Are these 50 French phrases enough to become fluent in French?

While these 50 phrases are a great starting point, they are not sufficient to become fluent in French. Fluency requires a deeper understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context. Continue building your vocabulary, practicing grammar, and engaging in conversations with native speakers to progress towards fluency.

Q4: How long will it take to learn and memorize these 50 French phrases?

The time it takes to learn and memorize these phrases varies depending on your language learning background, dedication, and personal learning style. Consistent practice and repetition will help you retain the phrases more effectively.

Q5: What are some other resources I can use to learn French?

There are many resources available to help you learn French. Some popular options include language learning apps (e.g., Duolingo, Babbel, and Rosetta Stone), online courses, language schools, textbooks, podcasts, YouTube channels, and language exchange platforms.

Q6: How can I improve my French listening skills?

To improve your listening skills, expose yourself to French as much as possible. Watch French movies and TV shows, listen to French podcasts and music, or attend language meetups or conversation groups. This will help you become familiar with the rhythm, intonation, and colloquial expressions used by native speakers.

Q7: Can I learn French without a teacher?

While having a teacher can provide guidance and support, it is possible to learn French on your own. Self-study methods, such as using language learning apps, online courses, and textbooks, can be effective. However, it’s essential to find opportunities to practice speaking with native speakers, whether through language exchange platforms, conversation groups, or other social settings.

Mastering these 50 common French phrases will help you build a strong foundation in the language and make your travels in French-speaking countries much more enjoyable. As you progress, continue to expand your vocabulary and learn more about the nuances of the language. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep speaking, listening, and engaging with native speakers to improve your skills. Bonne chance (good luck) on your French language journey!

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How to Introduce Yourself and Others in French

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When you meet French speakers , you need to know how to introduce yourself and what to say when you are introduced. French can be a bit tricky when introducing yourself or others depending on whether you know the person to whom you are making the introduction(s) or even if you have had any contact with the person. In French, those circumstances all require different introductions.

Basic Introductions

French uses the verb  se présenter, not  introduire,  meaning to introduce something into something else, which translates into English as "to insert." The most basic introduction in French, then, would be:

• Je me présente. = Let me introduce myself.

Using s’appeler is the common way of introducing yourself in French. Don’t think of it as “to name oneself” because it will only confuse you. Think of it in the context of introducing your name to someone, and link the French words to that context instead of applying a literal translation, as in:

• Je m​'appelle ... = My name is...

Use je suis with people who already know your name, such as those you have already talked to on the phone or by mail but never met in person, as in:

• Je suis... =  I am...

If you don't know the person or have never spoken to him on the phone or contacted him by email or mail, use  je m’appelle,  as noted previously.

Introducing by Name

There are also distinctions between formal and informal introductions, as well as singular versus plural introductions, as noted in the tables in this and the subsequent section.

Meeting People

In French, when you are meeting people , you have to be careful about using the correct gender , as well as whether the introduction is formal or informal, as in these examples.

French Names

Nicknames — or  un surnom in French — are much less common in this Romance language than in American English, but they are not unheard of. Often, a longer first name will be shortened, such as  Caro  for Caroline or  Flo  for Florence. 

Cheek Kissing and Other Greetings

Cheek kissing  is certainly an accepted form of greeting in France, but there are strict (unwritten) social rules to follow. Cheek kissing is generally OK, for example, but not hugging. So, it's important to learn not only the words that go with cheek kissing — such as  bonjour  (hello) — but also the social norms that are expected when greeting someone in this manner. There are also other ways to say " hello " and ask " How are you? " in French.

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How to present yourself during a french interview

When you're seeking employment, it's crucial to understand how to present yourself professionally in French. Whether it's during an interview, a conference, or a meeting, you must be able to discuss about yourself, your skills, your motivations, and goals. This is an opportunity to make a favorable impression on a potential employer and position yourself as the ideal candidate for the job. Here's a guide to some key phrases and examples to use during a professional presentation in French.

The initial interaction with the recruiter: "Parlez-moi de vous"

The first interaction with the recruiter is important. Your presentation, even if it’s brief, should capture your audience's attention and establish your credibility. The commonly asked first question is "Parlez-moi de vous." Introduce yourself with simple sentences (name, age, current position). For example, you can use the following phrases for self-introduction:

• Bonjour, je m'appelle (...) et je suis (...) = Hello, my name is (...) and I am (...).
• J'ai obtenu mon diplôme de (...) il y a (...) ans en (...) = I graduated from (...) (...) years ago with a degree in (...).
• J'ai travaillé en tant qu'(...) pendant (...) ans chez (...). = I worked as (...) engineer for (...) years at (...).

Example: “Bonjour. Je m'appelle James et j'ai 38 ans. J’ai obtenu mon diplôme de Harvard il y a quatorze ans en ingénierie. J'ai travaillé en tant qu'ingénieur pendant douze ans chez Microsoft”

Discussing your work experience and skills

The second part of your presentation should demonstrate that you possess the skills and qualities required for the position. You should really read thorough the job description to tailor your responses according to the required skills. Highlight experiences relevant to the position you're interested in and use professional vocabulary. Also, don't forget to conduct some research on the company to distinguish yourself from other candidates.

• J’ai de l’expérience dans le domaine de/du (...) = I have experience in the field of (...).
• Par exemple, dans mon poste actuel, je suis responsable de (...) = For example, in my current position, I am in charge of (...).
• Cela montre que je suis (...) = This shows that I am (...).
• J’ai d’excellentes compétences en (…) = I have great (…) skills.
• Au cours de ma carrière, j’ai énormément appris sur (…) = During my career, I learned a lot about (…)

Example: “J’ai de l’expérience dans le domaine de la technologie de l'information (IT). Par exemple, dans mon poste actuel, je suis responsable de la gestion des réseaux informatiques. Cela montre que je suis responsable et capable de gérer les urgences. J’ai d’excellentes compétences en résolution de problèmes. Au cours de ma carrière, j’ai énormément appris sur la programmation.”

Presenting your strengths and weaknesses

It's very likely that the recruiter will ask you the inevitable question about strengths and weaknesses: “Quels sont vos qualités? Et quels sont vos défauts?” How you respond can significantly influence the recruiter's opinion. It's important to prepare for this question and answer it spontaneously. Be honest and focus on your interlocutor's expectations.

What are your strengths?

Highlight qualities related to the job you're applying for. Even though this exercise is challenging, don't be overly modest. Here are some examples of qualities to emphasize during an interview:

• Organisé(e) = Organized
• Ambitieux(se) = Ambitious
• Créatif(ve) = Creative
• Discipliné(e) = Disciplined
• Flexible = Flexible
• Curieux(se) = Curious
• Empathique = Empathetic
• De bonne humeur = Good-tempered
• Aimable = Kind
• Serviable = Helpful
• Rigoureux(se) = Rigorous
• Compréhensif(ve) = Understanding

Here are some examples of phrases to present your qualities in different contexts:

• “Mon souci du détail est une force essentielle, garantissant constamment un travail de haute qualité.” = “My attention to detail is a key strength, consistently delivering high-quality work.”
• "Je suis connu(e) pour mon adaptabilité.” = “I'm known for my adaptability”
• "J'apporte une attitude positive à chaque projet.” = “I bring a positive mindset to every project”
• “Avec un fort sens de l'initiative, j'identifie proactivement les opportunités.” = “With a strong sense of initiative, I proactively identify opportunities”
• “Mes solides compétences en organisation se sont manifestées dans ma capacité à gérer plusieurs tâches simultanément” = “My strong organizational skills have been evident in my capacity to manage multiple tasks”

What are your weaknesses?

Flaws are natural, and everyone has them. However, be honest during the job interview and opt for real flaws:

• Distrait = Distracted
• Autoritaire = Authoritarian
• Sensible = Sensitive
• Indécis(e) = Indecisive
• Distrait(e) = Thoughtless / absent-minded
• Étroit(e) d'esprit / Têtu(e) = Narrow-minded / Stubborn
• Susceptible = Touchy
• Difficulté à gérer le stress = Struggling under pressure
• Bavard(e) = Talkative

You can also counterbalance your weaknesses with a positive statement, for example:

• “Je suis bavard(e) mais je sais quand il est temps de travailler.”= “I'm talkative but I know when it's time to work”
• “Je suis stressé(e) sous pression mais j'ai récemment commencé des cours de yoga.” = “I am struggling under pressure but I've recently started yoga classes”
• “Je suis naturellement timide donc je dois faire beaucoup d'efforts pour m'exprimer.” = “I am naturally shy so I have to make a big effort to speak up”

Don't hesitate to ask questions about the company and the position

When your presentation is finished and your interlocutor has asked their questions, you can in turn ask questions about the position and the company to demonstrate your interest and motivation.

For example, you can ask the following questions:

• “À quoi ressemble une journée type dans votre entreprise?” = “What does a typical day at your company look like?”
• “Quelle est l'ambiance de travail?” = “What's the working atmosphere like?”
• “How does the integration process work?” = “Comment fonctionne le processus d'intégration?”
• “Organisez-vous des activités de renforcement d'équipe?” = “Do you organize team-building activities?”
• “Est-ce un nouveau poste?” = “Is this a new position?”
• “Quelles sont les prochaines étapes du processus de recrutement?” = “What are the next steps in the recruitment process?”

Concluding the interview

When the job interview is about to end, don't hesitate to ask the recruiter if they have any further questions. If they don’t, you can then thank them for the time they've spent with you.

• “Avez-vous d'autres questions?” = “Do you have any other questions?”
• “Merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps de me rencontrer aujourd'hui!” = “Thank you so much for taking the time to meet with me today!”

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70 Common French Phrases and Expressions for Every Situation

Do you have a passion for one of the most romantic languages?

Or perhaps you are planning to travel to France and would like to impress the locals? 

The reason is not so important. 

The important thing is that now you have these French phrases to help you survive your first conversations with native speakers . 

We’ve given you the 70 most common French phrases that can be very helpful in any situation.

Thanks to these expressions, you'll learn French with ease.

Prepare for your trip by learning French phrases for beginners

Before we get started, you should be aware that French pronunciation is different from English, Spanish, Italian, etc. 

Now, let’s not waste our time anymore and let’s start learning.

As you already might know, greetings are the base of every language. First, let’s expand your French vocabulary with salutations:

Learn more: 10 Useful French Greetings For Every Occasion

• Bonjour- Hello

It is the standard, basic greeting in French. 

It can be used both formally and informally. 

If you are a beginner, this is a straightforward phrase for you to learn and pronounce. It is considered very impolite not to greet someone.

• Bonsoir- Good evening

It is the same as the phrase above. 

The only difference is that you use it at night.

Here, you see the phrase for informally saying hello to your friends. 

Don’t use it to greet older people, or on business occasions. 

Note that the letter ‘t’ at the end of the word is silent; therefore, you don’t pronounce it. 

The general rule is that if a word’s final consonant isn’t followed by vowels, then it is not pronounced.

French people have a tradition of kissing on the cheek when they greet someone. 

This can be surprising for other countries and tourists, but it is a crucial part of French culture.

See more: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding the French Culture

• Enchanté(e)! – Nice to meet you!  

The Literal translation of this phrase is ‘delighted, enjoyed,’ but also ‘enchanted, bewitched.’ There’s no need to be afraid; you will not bewitch anyone by saying this. 

This expression is used both formally and informally, though formally much more often.

• S’il vous plait- Please

This phrase can also be translated as ‘if you please.’ 

While this phrase is used formally as a polite greeting, it can also be used for plural. 

The informal, adequate expression is ‘S’il te plait,’ which, just like the previous one, can be used for singular.

• Bienvenue- Welcome

This expression is short from the ‘Je vous souhaite la bienvenue,’ which means ‘I wish you the welcome. You can use it for anyone.

However, have in mind that if you say ‘Tu es le/ la bienvenu(e),’ you use it for one person (singular), where ‘le bienvenu’ is for the masculine, and ‘la bienvenue’ for feminine.. 

The ‘Vous etes les bienvenu(e)s’ phrase is ideal to use for one person (plural), masculine, ‘bienvenus,’ or feminine, ‘bienvenues.’.

Common French phrases for short conversations

• Ça va? – How are you?

The standard way to ask someone how they are. Translated, it means ‘it goes.’ 

It is the most commonly used expression. 

Have in mind that this phrase isn’t recommended to use with strangers or at work to your boss. So, use it only informally, among friends and family members.

It is a short version of ‘Comment ca va?’

• Comment allez-vous?- How are you?

It is one formal phrase to ask someone how they are, as well as one of the most commonly used ones. Note that your answer to this question always has to be combined with the phrase ‘Ça va,’ or with the added adjective ‘bien;’ ‘Ça va, bien.’

• Comment vas-tu/comment tu vas? – How are you?

One more ‘How are you?’ combination. 

Just like in the previous one, you can respond to this phrase with the ‘‘Ça va,’ phrase.

• Ça va/je vais bien – I’m well

Here, we have the answer to either of the questions from this part. 

This expression can be used both as a question and an answer. 

As an answer, it is used informally, among family members and friends. 

It is interesting to mention that the answer ‘Ça va’ is the same as the question. 

The only difference is in intonation.

• Et toi? – And you?

The obvious question that follows after your speaker answers. 

If you are asked this way, it means that your speaker is satisfied with your answer and that the conversation goes in the right direction.

• Ça roule? – How’s it going?

Similar to the ‘Ça va’ phrase, this one is used quite informally. 

When used in conversations, it means ‘All good!, I’m good! or That’s works!’ 

It would be ideal if you could memorize this phrase and give your conversation with French friends a native note.

One of the most common answers to this question is ‘Comme d’hab,’ which means ‘As usual.’

Related article: How to Speak French Like a Native (7 Simple and Effective Tips)

Being Polite 

A little bit of politeness is required in every language.

• Merci – Thank you
• Merci bien – Thank you

The meaning of this phrase is the same as the classic, previous one. 

However, if you want to add some more politeness and a friendly note, then this is the perfect expression to say ‘thank you.’

• Merci beaucoup – Thank you very much

For expressing extra gratitude, use this phrase.

• De rien – It’s nothing

It is a standard reply to all the above expressions.

• Il n’y a pas de quoi – It’s nothing/don’t mention it

If you want to reply to ‘Thank you’ with something more than just ‘De rien,’ then use this phrase. It has a more definite note.

• Excusez-moi/pardon – Excuse me, sorry

Use this phrase to say you are sorry or if you want to get past someone.

• Je suis desolé(e) – I’m sorry 

This phrase is a bit stronger than the previous one, and, therefore, has a stronger connotation.

• Excusez-moi?/Comment? – Sorry? Excuse me? Pardon?

When you, for example, haven’t heard what the speaker said, you can use this phrase, any of its forms.

•  Vas-y, Allez-y – Go on, go-ahead

Related article: How Long Does It Take to Learn French?

Question words 

Question words can be constructive in situations when you don’t know much, or you don’t know the proper word. But with these questions, you can somehow explain more precisely what you need.

• Quoi? – What?
• Quand? – When?
• Qui? – Who?
• Quel/ Quelle? – Which?

Note that the first form of the phrase is used for masculine and the second for feminine.

• Où? – Where
• Comment? – How?
• Combien? – How many?
• Pourquoi? – Why?

Related article: 121 Most Common French Words Used in English

For someone who is limited in phrases and words in French, but wants to be able to communicate at least in some beginner’s level with natives, numbers are a must.

In the following several lines, you may find numbers from zero to ten.

• Zero- Zero (0)
• Un- One (1)
• Deux- Two (2)
• Trois- Three (3)
• Quatre- Four (4)
• Cinq- Five (5)
• Six/ Six (6)
• Sept- Seven (7)
• Neuf- Nine (9)
• Dix- Ten (10)

Learn more here: French Numbers 1-100

Common Questions and Answers 

After you succeed greeting someone, some common questions and answers are necessary to start and continue a conversation. 

In the following lines, find some very common questions and answers to them.

• Comment tu t’appelles? – What’s your name? 

Translated, it means ‘How do you call yourself?’ It is used informally when speaking to one person.

In everyday conversations, a commonly used phrase is ‘Tu t’appelles comment?’

• Je m’apelle...- My name is...

This is an answer to the previous question.

• Je suis...- I am...

You can use this phrase to say your name, but also your nationality, profession, etc.

• Parlez-vous anglais?- Do you speak English?

According to many, everyone should know this phrase, no matter their level of proficiency. 

It isn’t hard to remember, so make sure not to forget it. 

This phrase is used formally.

• Tu parlez anglais?- Do you speak English?

This is the same expression as the previous one with one slight difference; you can use it informally.

• Je parle français.- I speak French.
• Je ne parle pas français.- I don’t speak French.

We hope that you won’t need the second expression, but only the first one. However, negation is presented with ne-verb-pas, so make sure you say it exactly like it’s written.

• Quel âge as-tu?/ T’as quel âge? – How old are you?

There is no difference between the two forms; the second one is more likely to be heard in everyday conversations.

•  J’ai 30 ans – I’m 30

It literally means ‘I have ...years.’ 

Note that you must say the ‘ans’ word, or the phrase will be understood in different contexts.

• Tu viens d’où?/t’es d’où? – Where do you come from?/where are you from? 
• Je viens de l’.../je suis de l’... – I come from .../I am from ...
• Quelle heure est-il?/ Il est quelle heure? – What time is it?

One prevalent phrase that every speaker should know. 

Although both forms are used equally, the second one is more informal.

• C’est combien?- How much is it? 
• Ça coûte combien?- How much does that cost?

Now, you need to know these two expressions, especially if you intend to go to France. 

There is even no difference in translation from French to English phrases, as you can see, so you can choose which one you want to use.

If you are having a hard time with French pronunciation, you should try practicing with tongue twisters. 

Read more: 15 Tongue Twisters to Improve your Pronunciation

Short answers 

These short, quick answers will help you in almost every situation. 

What is even better, they are pretty easy to memorize, and learners usually don't’ forget them.

• Peut-être – Maybe
• Parfois, des fois – sometimes
• Jamais – Never
• Tout le temps/tous les jours – All the time/every day
• Bien sûr – Of course

Saying Goodbye 

In French, just like in many other languages, saying goodbye is possible in various ways and with many forms of expressions. Below you may find some phrases. 

• Au revoir!- Goodbye!

Just like the standard greeting ‘Bonjour,’ this is the standard phrase for saying goodbye. 

And just like ‘Bonjour,’ it is considered impolite if you don’t say goodbye to people.

• Salut- Bye-bye

No, it is not a mistake. 

The phrase can be used both for greetings and for saying goodbye.

 It is used mainly informally.

• À tout à l’heure!- See you soon/ in a while!

When you know that you will see someone, friends, for example, by the end of the day, then you can use this phrase.

• À bientôt! – See you soon!
• À plus tard!- See you later!

When you know that you will see someone, but aren’t sure when exactly, you should use this phrase. 

You can use the short version of the phrase; ‘À plus,’ or ‘See you.’

However, if you choose to use the short version of the phrase, note that the pronunciation is a bit different than the longer one. 

The letter ‘s’ at the end of the word IS pronounced since this is the exception of the rule.

• À demain! – See you tomorrow!

Saying goodbye with this phrase is used when you know you will see that person the day after.

• Bonne journée! – Good day! 
• Bonne soirée! – Good evening! 

These two phrases are used in situations when the day is over (the first phrase) and when the night is over (the second phrase). 

Please note that when the day and night are over, the French use the feminine form. 

For salutations, the masculine is used.

• Bonne nuit! – Good night!

After these common phrases, you are prepared for the world. 

Well, you are ready for the French world. 

So, you can take a step and try these out with native speakers. 

If you are a bit afraid, try with native French speakers at Lingoda.com

You have to remember that if you make a mistake, it’s not scary. 

It is a perfectly normal situation, especially for someone who just got started. 

If you're interested in improving your French skills, you should try some of these cool options: Check out Babbel for fun, interactive lessons that fit into your day easily. If you want something more in-depth, there's a great French course on Udemy that covers everything from the basics to more advanced topics.

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Advanced French Phrases for Achieving Fluency

Are you an advanced French learner, or are you trying to become one? If you’ve decided to step up your game and start aiming toward content made for native speakers, such as French books or movies in their original version, I bet you’re getting more than a little confused. This is largely because advanced French phrases, necessary as they are to learn, are often put by the wayside. 

Traditionally, when learning a language, we study new words and grammar structures. Then, we learn how to combine it all to make nice and sophisticated sentences. You might still be doing so at an advanced level, but that’s not enough anymore.

Advanced French content tends to be full of idioms , slang , expressions, and weird structures that make no sense when simply translated word for word. A traditional approach won’t cut it, and you’ll have to learn not just words but actual phrases. 

Some of them will sound straightforward and easy to understand, but others are heavily idiomatic and will require you to just memorize them as they are. It’s perfectly normal! Most people use countless expressions in their native language without knowing where they come from or what the logic is behind the seemingly nonsensical combinations of words.

Who doesn’t want to sound smart and sophisticated?

• Useful Phrases for Structuring Your Thoughts
• Power Phrases for Your Cover Letter
• Outsmart Everyone at a Business Meeting
• Strange, Colorful Idioms for Connoisseurs
• Le mot de la fin

1. Useful Phrases for Structuring Your Thoughts

If you want to be convincing, prove your point, or simply express your ideas with confidence and eloquence, what you’re gonna need is structure. The following advanced French sentences will help you organize your speech, articulate your thoughts, and prioritize the steps to smoothly guide your reader toward your point.

If you can’t explain something, people might think you don’t understand it.

2. Power Phrases for Your Cover Letter

Writing a cover letter is usually not an exercise in creativity and improvisation. More often than not, it obeys strict rules and follows a rather codified template. This means that most letters kinda look the same, with a set of key phrases defining their structure and introducing their different parts.

There could be many reasons why you would want to break the rules, but even if you want to be different, you’ll first have to know the tried and true formula. Study the advanced French structures below to get a head start and a strong feel for how to write your cover letter. 

A great cover letter is a recipe for a striking first impression.

3. Outsmart Everyone at a Business Meeting

We all want to shine in social gatherings and make a lasting first impression. But if there is one context where you’ll want to impress your audience, it’s certainly the business meetings. There is a primal and territorial aspect to business that makes you want to sound assertive. 

Search for your words, mumble a little, and you might lose your momentum or weaken your argument. Mastering some advanced business French phrases will help build your confidence and boost your public speaking skills by a fair amount.

It’s your time to shine!

4. Strange, Colorful Idioms for Connoisseurs

Once you reach an advanced level of proficiency in French and start reading content created for native speakers, you’ll enter a new world of peculiar expressions, full of animals and unintuitive word associations. 

Learning French expressions and idioms is your ticket to fluency. They might seem daunting at first, with their odd structures and atypical vocabulary, and you’ll have to learn many of them by heart. But they draw the line between a linguistic enthusiast and a true master of the Art of Frenching like a real Frenchie.

C’est vraiment tiré par les cheveux ! (“It’s really far-fetched!”)

5. Le mot de la fin

In this guide, you have learned many advanced French conversational phrases, from common idioms and expressions to essay structures, power phrases for your cover letter, and even a handy toolkit for business meetings.

Did we forget any important structure or expression you’d like to learn more about? Feel free to share it with your fellow students in the comments below!

Make sure to explore FrenchPod101.com , as we have plenty of free resources to help you practice your grammar and learn new words. Our vocabulary lists are also a great way to review words and learn their pronunciation.

Remember that you can also upgrade to Premium PLUS in order to use our MyTeacher service. This gives you personal 1-on-1 coaching with your own private teacher , who can help you practice with advanced French phrases and more. In addition to providing you with assignments, personalized exercises, and recorded audio samples, your teacher will review your work and help improve your pronunciation. 

Happy learning on FrenchPod101.com !

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70 Conversational French Phrases

French fluency can only be achieved with loads of great conversation practice with native speakers.

But why is conversational French so important? And how can you start?

You can start right here, with 70 conversational French phrases that’ll come in handy in everyday conversations.

French Greetings and Introducing Yourself

Introducing yourself, asking what someone’s name is, introducing someone else, french conversational pleasantries, getting to know someone and making small talk, asking for help, basic french travel phrases, at the doctor’s office or the pharmacy, bonus: the slang you need to know, how conversational french phrases improve your french, how and where to practice your new french phrases, websites and apps, language exchange.

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It’s imperative that you learn how to introduce yourself and someone else in French because if you can’t do this confidently, it’ll be difficult to continue a conversation. It’s also important that you know what to say at different times during the day, as this is an important part of French etiquette.  First and foremost let’s look at French greetings .

*This literally translates to “I am,” but it can also be used to say “my name is” when you introduce yourself. For example, “Je suis Jennifer” or “Je m’appelle Jennifer” means “My name is Jennifer.”

After you’ve got the basic greetings under your belt, you can then approach the essential phrases needed when speaking French on a daily basis and at a variety of events and occasions.

Learning how to say   “have a nice day,” “enjoy your meal” and “how are you?”   are just a few examples of everyday phrases that you have to know. The French say “have a nice day” to anyone to whom they say “goodbye.” If you don’t say it, it’s considered rude, so it’s an essential phrase!

The French also love to eat and really savor their food, so saying “enjoy your meal” is an obligation before every meal. There are many more phrases to learn to start your learning journey, so let’s get going!

*These three phrases are used to say “how are you?” They differ depending on who you’re speaking to. Comment allez-vous  is the formal way of saying “how are you?” whereas ça va  and comment ça va  are informal, used for friends, family and people you know well.

When learning any language, it’s important to learn how to small talk with native speakers. You may use these questions and phrases to learn more about someone or just to keep the conversation going.

Whatever the reason, make sure you learn these phrases!

It’s essential to be able to ask for help in a number of situations in French. Maybe you don’t understand and need the person to repeat. Or maybe you need help because you’ve gotten yourself lost or can’t find something. Regardless of the situation, you’ll always need to know how to ask for help.

For this purpose, it’s also important to learn the vous form in French (the polite form) as most often when you ask for help you’re asking people you don’t know. French etiquette demands that the vous  form be used with strangers. Knowing how to ask for help can really assist you when you’re traveling in French-speaking countries.

Click here to see our guide to asking questions in French.

If you’re planning on taking your language skills abroad and traveling to a French-speaking country , it’s important to know some basic travel phrases to help you get around and talk to native speakers.

Whether you want to ask for the time or buy a ticket, below you’ll find some of the most common French travel phrases .

It’s happened to all of us once in our lives: Your vacation finally comes around and you get sick. When this happens to you in a French-speaking country, you’ll find yourself in a foreign place trying to explain your symptoms to a doctor in a language you’re only just learning.

You need to learn some of the more basic expressions so that, if this happens, you can explain how you feel. It’s crucial that you know these phrases so that you can get the correct medical care when you’re abroad. It’s also important when speaking to French people so you can understand their symptoms and give them some advice or help.

You can find more essential medical vocabulary plus common phrases here .

Some slang words are now used every day in the daily life of French people and have become part of the French culture and vocabulary.

It’s important to know certain popular slang terms that you’ll often hear when speaking with native speakers. Understanding slang will help you to understand more of a conversation and will advance your French speaking skills. Here are just a few examples to get you started:

For more must-know French slang, check out this post .

As language learners, we have a tendency to underestimate the power of speaking , often falling back into our old school habits of keeping our noses in books. I can assure you that this is not  the best way to learn to speak French. As someone who’s now bilingual, I’m a great believer in speaking right from the start of your language learning journey.

Speaking is key to learning French (or any language) because that’s how your brain synthesizes its linguistic knowledge.

All those things you’ve read about and heard on French talk radio programs ? They’ll fly right out of your head again if you don’t put them to good use.

Now, practicing speaking can understandably be intimidating at first. So, the best solution to calm those nerves and get talking is to learn more conversational French phrases and vocabulary. This will help you feel prepared when the time comes to speak. Plus, by learning a good selection of conversational French phrases you’ll open the door to a world of new opportunities.

Acquiring basic phrases is the first stepping stone in learning a new language. It’ll help any learner speak more fluently and more naturally. As a result, you’ll quickly become more confident in yourself and feel more at ease when speaking.

By learning how to express yourself in French and also knowing how to ask for clarification and help understanding or explaining something, you open up a whole new dimension of language learning. Armed with these phrases, every native speaker you encounter is a potential tutor, encouraging you to speak more and teaching you even more phrases and expressions.

The internet offers unlimited access to websites and downloadable applications that can help you learn and practice phrases. Some even let you record your voice and compare your recording with the voice of a native speaker, a great tool for improving pronunciation.

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Babbel has everything you need to learn French, focusing on learning vocabulary first and having you pick up grammar as you go along. It has a large number of lessons for people of different skill levels in French.

You’ll find that a number of lessons are free in each category but only the first lesson is free. After that, you’ll have to pay for a membership to download the other lessons. With a membership, you’ll also gain access to games and podcasts.

You can read our full review of Babbel here .

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FluentU takes real-world videos—like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks—and turns them into personalized language learning lessons .

FluentU has a wide variety of great content, like interviews and web series, as you can see here:

FluentU brings native videos within reach with interactive subtitles.

You can tap on any word to look it up instantly. Every definition has examples that have been written to help you understand how the word is used.

For example, if you tap on the word "crois," you'll see this:

Practice and reinforce all the vocabulary you've learned in a given video with FluentU's adaptive quizzes. Swipe left or right to see more examples for the word you’re learning and play the mini-games found in the dynamic flashcards, like "fill in the blank."

As you study, FluentU tracks the vocabulary that you’re learning and uses this information to give you a 100% personalized experience.

It gives you extra practice with difficult words—and reminds you when it’s time to review what you’ve learned.

Start using the FluentU website on your computer or tablet or, better yet, download the FluentU app from the iTunes or Google Play store. Click here to take advantage of our current sale! (Expires at the end of this month.)

Busuu is the world’s largest social network for language learning and offers courses for you to follow. The courses consist of speaking exercises, writing assignments and multiple choice questions. You can use it for free as an ordinary member or upgrade to premium to have more options and choices (the premium prices are very similar to Babbel).

Click here to read our Busuu review.

Available on: iOS

A phrasebook-based learning method that’s free of charge and offers over 100 French words to use in daily life, as well as sample sentences and free audio lessons, all for free.

For more information on applications and websites you can use check out our blog about online French lessons .

Whether you live in the UK, the US or Europe, finding a language exchange partner is fairly simple. I dabbled in language exchange when I first moved to Paris five years ago and can highly recommend it. Even though I was living in a French city, I didn’t necessarily have the opportunity to practice a lot. Many people spoke English and I also worked for an American company with a lot of native English speakers.

So there I was, in Paris, struggling to speak French and wondering how best to learn the basic French phrases. That’s when I turned to Tandem . There are also a number of websites you can use to find and arrange lessons with a private French tutor , like italki.

One of the best ways to improve is to have someone to practice with, so language exchange or one-on-one tutoring is the perfect solution! The private tutoring I can’t recommend enough—not only will you guarantee yourself some excellent immersion time and quality feedback, but a tutor can guide you through all of your French learning experience and really boost your progress.

When you’re on vacation in a French-speaking country, you have an excellent opportunity to practice the language. You can practice your speaking skills, listening skills and reading skills in a number of different situations. The most important thing is to practice your basic phrases before you begin your trip and make sure that you have a good phrasebook to take with you! I highly recommend “The Lonely Planet French Phrasebook & Dictionary,” it’s a great book for traveling!

You can also take a look at more basic phrases for survival in a French-speaking country here.

So, now you’re fully equipped with an array of conversational French phrases. Start practicing them!

You’ll soon see how quickly your French language skills will improve and how much you can learn from a few basic phrases.

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