Planning un voyage to a French-speaking country, but worried about the language? Youâre not alone! Many travelers feel anxious about communicating in a foreign country.⨠â¨Download my free PDF guide with 30 essential French words & phrases. As a bonus, Iâve included audio recordings of me pronouncing each phrase to help you sound more like a native speaker.
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Knowing just a handful of these phrases can dramatically change your travel experience. Not only will locals appreciate ton effort (your effort), but youâll also gain confidence with everyday situations. Here are the phrases included in my guide:
đ Basic Politeness & Greetings
French culture values politeness, and simple greetings can go a long way.Â
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âď¸ Essential Travel Phrases
Handle common travel situations with ease with these practical expressions.Â
In modern spoken French, the âneâ is often dropped in negated sentences. In formal written French, âne [...] pasâ is required for negation, but in everyday spoken French, using just âpasâ is common.
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đş Transportation & Directions
Finding your way around becomes much easier when you can ask for directions en français.
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đ˝ At a Restaurant or CafĂŠÂ
La gastronomie is a highlight of any tripâespecially in France! Order and communicate with confidence with these basic phrases.Â
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đ¨ Emergencies & Help
While I hope you wonât need them, knowing these phrases can provide peace of mind when traveling.
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đŹ Other Useful Phrases
Even with these simple phrases, youâll find that many locals respond warmly to visitors who try to speak leur langue (their language). Many French speakers will switch to English if they hear you struggling, but your initial effort in French sets a positive tone for the interaction.
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âCĂŠcilia & the Hello French team
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