Greetings and Politeness in French
Bonjour, comment allez-vous ?
Phonetic: /bɔ̃ʒuʁ, kɔmɑ̃ tale vu/
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Start practicingUsage: Formal greeting used at any time of the day. Perfect for addressing someone politely.
English: "Hello, how are you?"
Pleased to meet you.
Phonetic: /ɑ̃ʃɑ̃te də fɛʁ vɔtʀ kɔnɛsɑ̃s/
Usage: To be used when meeting someone for the first time. It's a formal way to say you are happy to meet the person.
English: "Pleased to meet you."
Excusez-moi, pourriez-vous m’aider ?
Phonetic: /ɛkskyze mwa, puʁje vu mede/
Usage: When you need help or information, for example, in a store or on the street.
English: "Excuse me, could you help me?"
Thank you very much for your help.
Phonetic: /mɛʁsi boku puʁ vɔtʀ ed/
Usage: To thank someone after receiving help. It's a polite way to express your gratitude.
English: "Thank you very much for your help."
Au revoir, bonne journée !
Phonetic: /o ʁəvwaʁ, bɔn ʒuʁne/
Usage: Used when saying goodbye to someone, to wish them a good continuation.
English: "Goodbye, have a nice day!"
S'il vous plaît.
Phonetic: /sil vu plɛ/
Usage: To use when asking for something to show your politeness.
English: "Please."
De rien, avec plaisir.
Phonetic: /də ʁjɛ̃, avɛk plɛziʁ/
Usage: In response to "Thank you". Shows that you were happy to help.
English: "You're welcome, with pleasure."
Pardon, je ne comprends pas.
Phonetic: /paʁdɔ̃, ʒə nə kɔ̃pʁɑ̃ pa/
Usage: When you don't understand what was said and need clarification.
English: "Sorry, I don't understand."
Pouvez-vous répéter, s'il vous plaît ?
Phonetic: /puvə vu ʁepete, sil vu plɛ/
Usage: If you didn't understand or hear something clearly and want the other person to repeat it.
English: "Could you repeat, please?"
Parlez-vous langue ?
Phonetic: /paʁle vu lɑ̃g/
Usage: To ask someone if they speak a specific language, useful when you don't speak French well.
English: "Do you speak language?"
Asking for Directions in French
Où est la gare, s'il vous plaît ?
Phonetic: /u ɛ la ɡɑʁ, sil vu plɛ/
Usage: When looking for the train station to catch a train. Useful in any city.
English: "Where is the train station, please?"
Comment puis-je aller à l’aéroport ?
Phonetic: /kɔmɑ̃ pɥiʒ ʒ‿ale a lɛʁopɔʁ/
Usage: When you need directions to get to the airport.
English: "How can I get to the airport?"
Est-ce que lieu est loin d’ici ?
Phonetic: /ɛs kə ljø ɛ lwã disi/
Usage: To find out if a specific place is at a reasonable distance to walk to or if you need to take transportation.
English: "Is place far from here?"
Pouvez-vous me montrer sur le plan ?
Phonetic: /puvə vu mə mɔ̃tʁe syʁ lə plɑ̃/
Usage: When you have a map and want someone to show you a location on it.
English: "Can you show me on the map?"
Est-ce que je peux y aller à pied ?
Phonetic: /ɛs kə ʒə pøz‿i ale a pje/
Usage: To ask if the distance to a place is short enough to walk.
English: "Can I go there on foot?"
À quelle heure part le prochain bus ?
Phonetic: /a kɛl œʁ paʁ lə pʁokʃɛ̃ bys/
Usage: Useful at a bus stop when you're waiting for the next bus to your destination.
English: "What time does the next bus leave?"
Où est l'arrêt de bus le plus proche ?
Phonetic: /u ɛ larɛ də bys lə ply pʁɔʃ/
Usage: When you need to catch a bus and are looking for the nearest bus stop.
English: "Where is the nearest bus stop?"
Combien coûte un ticket de métro ?
Phonetic: /kɔ̃bjɛ̃ kut ɛ̃ tikɛ də metʁo/
Usage: To find out the price of a subway ticket before buying it.
English: "How much is a subway ticket?"
Quelle ligne dois-je prendre pour aller à... ?
Phonetic: /kɛl liɲ dwɑʒ pʁɑ̃dʁ puʁ ale a.../
Usage: When using the metro and need to know which line will take you to your destination.
English: "Which line should I take to go to...?"
Est-ce que cette rue mène à... ?
Phonetic: /ɛs kə sɛt ʁy mɛn a.../
Usage: To confirm that you are on the right path by following a specific street towards your destination.
English: "Does this street lead to...?"
Shopping in French
Combien ça coûte ?
Phonétique : /kɔ̃bjɛ̃ sa kut/
Utilisation : À utiliser lorsqu'on veut connaître le prix d'un article avant de l'acheter.
Anglais : "How much does it cost?"
Acceptez-vous la carte de crédit ?
Phonétique : /aksɛpte vu la kaʁt də kʁedi/
Utilisation : Pour savoir si le paiement par carte de crédit est accepté.
Anglais : "Do you accept credit card?"
Pouvez-vous me donner un sac, s'il vous plaît ?
Phonétique : /puvə vu mə dɔne œ̃ sak, sil vu plɛ/
Utilisation : À dire après un achat si vous avez besoin d'un sac pour transporter vos articles.
Anglais : "Can you give me a bag, please?"
J’aimerais acheter ceci, s'il vous plaît.
Phonétique : /ʒɛməʁɛ aʃte səsi, sil vu plɛ/
Utilisation : Lorsque vous avez décidé de ce que vous voulez acheter et êtes prêt à le faire savoir au vendeur.
Anglais : "I would like to buy this, please."
Où est la caisse ?
Phonétique : /u ɛ la kɛs/
Utilisation : Pour trouver où payer vos articles dans un magasin.
Anglais : "Where is the checkout?"
Où sont les cabines d’essayage ?
Phonétique : /u sɔ̃ le kabin dessɛjaʒ/
Utilisation : Lorsque vous souhaitez essayer des vêtements avant de les acheter.
Anglais : "Where are the fitting rooms?"
Avez-vous ceci dans une autre taille / couleur ?
Phonétique : /avɛ vu səsi dɑ̃z yn otʁ taj / kulœʁ/
Utilisation : Pour demander si un article est disponible dans une taille ou couleur différente.
Anglais : "Do you have this in another size / color?"
Je regarde, merci.
Phonétique : /ʒə ʁəɡaʁd, mɛʁsi/
Utilisation : Lorsque vous êtes en train de regarder les articles et que vous n'avez pas besoin d'aide pour le moment.
Anglais : "I'm just looking, thank you."
Ça sera tout.
Phonétique : /sa səʁa tu/
Utilisation : Pour indiquer que vous avez fini vos achats et que vous êtes prêt à payer.
Anglais : "That will be all."
Pouvez-vous me donner un reçu ?
Phonétique : /puvə vu mə dɔne œ̃ ʁəsy/
Utilisation : À dire lorsque vous souhaitez obtenir un reçu après avoir payé.
Anglais : "Can you give me a receipt?"
At the Restaurant in French
Une table pour deux personnes, s'il vous plaît.
Phonétique : /yn tabl puʁ dø pɛʁsɔn, sil vu plɛ/
Utilisation : Lorsque vous voulez réserver une table pour deux au restaurant.
Anglais : "A table for two people, please."
Je voudrais réserver une table pour ce soir.
Phonétique : /ʒə vudʁɛ ʁezɛʁve yn tabl puʁ sə swaʁ/
Utilisation : Pour faire une réservation dans un restaurant pour le dîner.
Anglais : "I would like to reserve a table for tonight."
Pourrais-je voir le menu, s'il vous plaît ?
Phonétique : /puʁɛ ʒə vwaʁ lə məny, sil vu plɛ/
Utilisation : Pour demander à voir le menu après vous être assis au restaurant.
Anglais : "Could I see the menu, please?"
Je suis allergique à...
Phonétique : /ʒə sɥi alɛʁʒik a.../
Utilisation : Pour informer le serveur de vos allergies alimentaires.
Anglais : "I am allergic to..."
Quel est le plat du jour ?
Phonétique : /kɛl ɛ lə pla dy ʒuʁ/
Utilisation : Pour demander quel est le plat spécial proposé par le restaurant ce jour-là.
Anglais : "What is the dish of the day?"
Je prendrai...
Phonétique : /ʒə pʁɑ̃dʁe/
Utilisation : Pour commander votre choix de plat dans un restaurant.
Anglais : "I'll have..."
Pourrais-je avoir l’addition, s'il vous plaît ?
Phonétique : /puʁɛ ʒ avwaʁ l‿adisjɔ̃, sil vu plɛ/
Utilisation : Pour demander l’addition après avoir fini de manger.
Anglais : "Could I have the bill, please?"
C’était délicieux.
Phonétique : /s‿etɛ delisjø/
Utilisation : Pour exprimer votre satisfaction concernant le repas.
Anglais : "It was delicious."
Pouvez-vous me recommander un vin ?
Phonétique : /puvə vu mə ʁəkɔmɑ̃de œ̃ vɛ̃/
Utilisation : Pour demander une suggestion de vin qui accompagnerait bien votre repas.
Anglais : "Can you recommend a wine?"
Je suis végétarien(ne).
Phonétique : /ʒə sɥi veʒetaʁjɛ̃(n)/
Utilisation : Pour informer le serveur de vos restrictions alimentaires, spécifiquement si vous ne mangez pas de viande.
Anglais : "I am vegetarian."
Asking for Help in French
I am lost.
Phonetic: /ʒə mə sɥi pɛʁdy/
Usage: When you don't know where you are and need help finding your way.
English: "I am lost."
I need a doctor.
Phonetic: /ʒ‿e bəzwɛ̃ d‿œ̃ medəsɛ̃/
Usage: To indicate that you need to see a doctor urgently.
English: "I need a doctor."
Can you call an ambulance?
Phonetic: /puvə vu apəle yn ɑ̃bylɑ̃s/
Usage: In case of a medical emergency requiring an ambulance.
English: "Can you call an ambulance?"
Where is the nearest hospital?
Phonetic: /u ɛ lopital lə ply pʁoʃ/
Usage: To ask for directions to the nearest hospital in case of an emergency.
English: "Where is the nearest hospital?"
My phone has been stolen.
Phonetic: /mɔ̃ telefɔn a ete vɔle/
Usage: To report the theft of your phone, useful to the police or your embassy.
English: "My phone has been stolen."
Can you help me find a hotel?
Phonetic: /puvə vu mede a tʁuve œ̃n‿otel/
Usage: When you need help finding accommodation.
English: "Can you help me find a hotel?"
Where is the nearest ATM?
Phonetic: /u sə tʁuv lə distʁibytœʁ lə ply pʁoʃ/
Usage: To ask where you can withdraw money.
English: "Where is the nearest ATM?"
Where can I buy an adapter?
Phonetic: /u pɥiʒ‿aʃte œ̃n‿adaptaˈtœʁ/
Usage: When you need an adapter for your electrical devices.
English: "Where can I buy an adapter?"
My train has been cancelled, what should I do?
Phonetic: /mɔ̃ tʁɛ̃ a ete anyle, kə dwɑʒ ʒə fɛʁ/
Usage: To ask for instructions or assistance in case your train is cancelled.
English: "My train has been cancelled, what should I do?"
I have lost my passport.
Phonetic: /ʒ‿e pɛʁdy mɔ̃ paspɔʁ/
Usage: To use if you have lost your passport, useful when visiting your embassy or the police station.
English: "I have lost my passport."
Accommodation in French
Do you have any rooms available?
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Usage: To check the availability of rooms in a hotel or hostel.
English: "Do you have any rooms available?"
How much does a room cost for one night?
Phonetic: /kɔ̃bjɛ̃ kut yn ʃɑ̃bʁ puʁ yn nɥi/
Usage: To ask for the price of a room for one night.
English: "How much does a room cost for one night?"
I would like to book a room.
Phonetic: /ʒə vudʁɛ ʁezɛʁve yn ʃɑ̃bʁ/
Usage: When you want to make a hotel room reservation.
English: "I would like to book a room."
What time is breakfast?
Phonetic: /a kɛl œʁ ɛ lə pəti deʒœne/
Usage: To know what time breakfast is served in your hotel or accommodation.
English: "What time is breakfast?"
Is the Wi-Fi free?
Phonetic: /lə wi fi ɛ til ɡʁatɥi/
Usage: To ask if Wi-Fi access is free in the accommodation.
English: "Is the Wi-Fi free?"
What is the Wi-Fi code?
Phonetic: /kɛl ɛ lə kɔd wi-fi/
Usage: To ask for the password of the Wi-Fi network in your accommodation.
English: "What is the Wi-Fi code?"
Can you book a taxi for me, please?
Phonetic: /puvə vu mə ʁezɛʁve œ̃ tɑksi, sil vu plɛ/
Usage: When you need a taxi and ask the reception of your hotel to make the reservation for you.
English: "Can you book a taxi for me, please?"
Could I have some extra towels?
Phonetic: /puʁɛ ʒ avwaʁ de sɛʁvjɛt syplɛmɑ̃tɛʁ/
Usage: To ask for extra towels in your hotel room.
English: "Could I have some extra towels?"
Can you help me with my luggage?
Phonetic: /puvə vu mede a mɔ̃te mɛ bɑɡaʒ/
Usage: To ask for help carrying your luggage to your room.
English: "Can you help me with my luggage?"
The heating is not working, can you check it?
Phonetic: /lə ʃofaʒ nə fɔ̃ksjɔn pa, puvə vu lə vɛʁifje/
Usage: When the heating in your hotel room is not working and you need someone to fix it.
English: "The heating is not working, can you check it?"
In Transportation in French
A ticket to..., please.
Phonetic: /œ̃ bijɛ puʁ..., sil vu plɛ/
Usage: To purchase a ticket for transportation to a specific destination.
English: "A ticket to..., please."
Which platform is the train to... leaving from?
Phonetic: /kɛl ɛ lə kɛ puʁ lə tʁɛ̃ ɑ̃ diʁɛksjɔ̃ də.../
Usage: To find out from which platform the train to your destination will depart.
English: "Which platform is the train to... leaving from?"
Is this seat free?
Phonetic: /sə sjɛʒ ɛ til libʁ/
Usage: To ask if a seat in public transportation is occupied or not.
English: "Is this seat free?"
What time does the train/bus arrive?
Phonetic: /a kɛl œʁ aʁiv lə tʁɛ̃/by/
Usage: To know the scheduled arrival time of a train or bus.
English: "What time does the train/bus arrive?"
Where can I rent a car?
Phonetic: /u pɥiʒ lwe yn vwatyʁ/
Usage: To inquire about where you can rent a car, useful at airports or near train stations.
English: "Where can I rent a car?"
I have lost my ticket.
Phonetic: /ʒ‿e pɛʁdy mɔ̃ bijɛ/
Usage: When you have misplaced your transportation ticket and may need assistance or to purchase a new ticket.
English: "I have lost my ticket."
Does this bus go to...?
Phonetic: /ɛs kə sə bys va a.../
Usage: To verify that the bus you intend to board goes to the desired destination.
English: "Does this bus go to...?"
How long does the journey take?
Phonetic: /kɔ̃bjɛ̃ də tɑ̃ dyʁ lə tʁaʒɛ/
Usage: To inquire about the duration of a journey by bus, train, or other means of transportation.
English: "How long does the journey take?"
Where is the bike rental?
Phonetic: /u ɛ la lɔkasjɔ̃ də velo/
Usage: To find a bike rental service, useful in cities offering bike-sharing programs.
English: "Where is the bike rental?"
I would like a public transportation map.
Phonetic: /ʒə vudʁɛ œ̃ plɑ̃ de tʁɑ̃spɔʁ ɑ̃ kɔmœ̃/
Usage: To request a map or guide of public transportation lines in a city or region.
English: "I would like a public transportation map."
Leisure and Tourism in French
What are the must-see tourist sites?
Phonetic: /kɛl sɔ̃ le sit tuʁistik a nə pa manke/
Usage: To ask for recommendations on the must-visit attractions in a region.
English: "What are the must-see tourist sites?"
Where can I buy tickets?
Phonetic: /u pɥiʒ aʃte de bijɛ/
Usage: To inquire about where to purchase tickets for attractions, museums, or events.
English: "Where can I buy tickets?"
What are the opening hours?
Phonetic: /kɛl sɔ̃ lez œʁ duvɛʁtyʁ/
Usage: To ask about the opening hours of a place such as a museum, attraction, or shop.
English: "What are the opening hours?"
Can you recommend a good restaurant in this area?
Phonetic: /puvə vu ʁəkɔmɑ̃de œ̃ bɔ̃ ʁɛstɔʁɑ̃ dɑ̃ sɛt zɔn/
Usage: To ask for suggestions of good local restaurants.
English: "Can you recommend a good restaurant in this area?"
Is there a guide who speaks language?
Phonetic: /i a til œ̃ ɡid ki paʁl lɑ̃g/
Usage: To inquire if guided tours are available in your language.
English: "Is there a guide who speaks language?"
How long does the tour last?
Phonetic: /kɔ̃bjɛ̃ də tɑ̃ dyʁ la vizit/
Usage: To inquire about the duration of a guided tour or specific attraction.
English: "How long does the tour last?"
Where is the museum?
Phonetic: /u ɛ lə myze/
Usage: To ask for directions to a specific museum.
English: "Where is the museum?"
Is the park open today?
Phonetic: /ɛs kə lə paʁk ɛ uveʁ oʒuʁdɥi/
Usage: To check if a park or other attraction is open on the day of your visit.
English: "Is the park open today?"
What is the best way to get to...?
Phonetic: /kɛl ɛ lə mɛjœʁ mwayɛn də sə ʁɑ̃dʁ a.../
Usage: To ask for advice on the best mode of transportation to reach a specific destination.
English: "What is the best way to get to...?"
Do you have audio guides?
Phonetic: /avɛ vu dez‿odjɡid/
Usage: To ask if audio guides are available in a museum, monument, or during a tour.
English: "Do you have audio guides?"
Emergency Situations in French
Call the police!
Phonetic: /kɔl ðə pəˈlis/
Usage: In case of a situation requiring immediate police intervention.
English: "Call the police!"
Call an ambulance!
Phonetic: /kɔl ən ˈæmbjələns/
Usage: To be said in case of urgent need for medical assistance.
English: "Call an ambulance!"
I need help immediately.
Phonetic: /aɪ nid hɛlp ɪˈmidiətli/
Usage: When you are in an urgent situation and need assistance quickly.
English: "I need help immediately."
There has been an accident.
Phonetic: /ðɛr hæz bin ən ˈæksɪdənt/
Usage: To report that an accident has occurred, whether it's a traffic accident, a household accident, etc.
English: "There has been an accident."
Someone stole my wallet.
Phonetic: /ˈsəmˌwən stəʊl maɪ ˈwɒlɪt/
Usage: To report the theft of your wallet to the police or a responsible party.
English: "Someone stole my wallet."
I'm stuck in the elevator / the restroom.
Phonetic: /aɪm stʌk ɪn ðə ˈɛlɪˌveɪtər / ðə ˈrɛstruːm/
Usage: When you are trapped somewhere and need help getting out.
English: "I'm stuck in the elevator / the restroom."
Is there a doctor here?
Phonetic: /ɪz ðɛər ə ˈdɒktə hɪər/
Usage: To inquire if a doctor is present in a public place in case of urgent medical need.
English: "Is there a doctor here?"
Help!
Phonetic: /help/
Usage: A cry for immediate assistance in a dangerous situation.
English: "Help!"
I don't feel well.
Phonetic: /aɪ doʊnt fil wɛl/
Usage: To express sudden discomfort or a health problem.
English: "I don't feel well."
Do you have a medicine for...?
Phonetic: /du jʊ hæv ə ˈmɛdəsɪn fɔr/
Usage: When you need a specific medicine for a symptom or condition.
English: "Do you have a medicine for...?"
Common Expressions in French
How do you say... in French?
Phonetic: /haʊ duː juː seɪ... ɪn frɛntʃ/
Usage: To learn how to say something in French, useful for language learners.
English: "How do you say... in French?"
What will the weather be like tomorrow?
Phonetic: /wɒt wɪl ðə ˈwɛðə biː laɪk təˈmɒrəʊ/
Usage: To ask about the forecasted weather for the next day.
English: "What will the weather be like tomorrow?"
Can you recommend a hiking route?
Phonetic: /kæn juː ˌrɛkəˈmɛnd ə ˈhaɪkɪŋ ruːt/
Usage: To ask for advice on the best hiking trails or walks in an area.
English: "Can you recommend a hiking route?"
Where can I find a good coffee shop / bakery?
Phonetic: /wɛə kæn aɪ faɪnd ə ɡʊd ˈkɒfi ʃɒp / ˈbeɪkəri/
Usage: To ask for local recommendations for a quality coffee shop or bakery.
English: "Where can I find a good coffee shop / bakery?"
How can I connect to the Wi-Fi?
Phonetic: /haʊ kæn aɪ kəˈnɛkt tuː ðə waɪ faɪ/
Usage: To ask for information on connecting to a Wi-Fi network at a location.
English: "How can I connect to the Wi-Fi?"
Can you take a picture of me, please?
Phonetic: /kæn juː teɪk ə ˈpɪkʧər əv miː pliːz/
Usage: When you want someone to take a photo of you, useful in tourist locations.
English: "Can you take a picture of me, please?"
Where can I buy a stamp?
Phonetic: /wɛə kæn aɪ baɪ ə stæmp/
Usage: To find a place to buy stamps, often needed for sending postcards or letters.
English: "Where can I buy a stamp?"
What is the specialty of this region?
Phonetic: /wɒt ɪz ðə ˈspɛʃəlti əv ðɪs ˈriːʤən/
Usage: To inquire about specific dishes, products, or traditions unique to a region.
English: "What is the specialty of this region?"
Where is the nearest beach?
Phonetic: /wɛər ɪz ðə ˈnɪərɪst biːʧ/
Usage: To ask for directions to the nearest beach from your current location.
English: "Where is the nearest beach?"
Where is the nearest supermarket?
Phonetic: /wɛər ɪz ðə ˈnɪərɪst ˈsuːpəˌmɑrkɪt/
Usage: To locate the nearest supermarket for grocery shopping or buying supplies.
English: "Where is the nearest supermarket?"
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