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What are essential French phrases for beginners

Questions Essentielles pour le Quotidien en Français: What are essential French phrases for beginners

Here are some essential French phrases for beginners that are commonly taught and useful for basic conversations:

  • Bonjour (Hello / Good morning)
  • Merci (Thank you)
  • S’il vous plaît (Please)
  • Oui (Yes)
  • Non (No)
  • Excusez-moi (Excuse me / Sorry)
  • Parlez-vous anglais ? (Do you speak English?)
  • Je ne comprends pas (I don’t understand)
  • Pouvez-vous m’aider ? (Can you help me?)
  • Où sont les toilettes ? (Where are the restrooms?)
  • Combien ça coûte ? (How much does it cost?)
  • Je m’appelle… (My name is…)
  • Comment ça va ? (How are you?)
  • Ça va bien, merci (I’m fine, thank you)

These phrases are a great starting point for learners to navigate basic social interactions in French. If desired, more phrases can be provided for specific scenarios like ordering food, asking for directions, or shopping. 1

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