Phrases in French

Phrases in French

1. Greetings

   • Bonjour!
     • Reserved for the first time you meet a person for that day.
       • When you meet a person for the second time that day just give a smile, a nod, or a small wave
         • When you meet a close friend/colleague again say
           • Ca va
             • All good?
           • Ca va depuis ce matin?
             • How has your morning been so far?
         • "Re-bonjour" or just "re"
           • Hello again
       • If you accidentally say bonjour twice then say
         • Ah oui, excusez-moi, on s'est deja vues ce matin! Desolee, j'etais plongee dans mes pensees.
           • Oh yes, I'm sorry, we already met this morning! Excuse me, I was lost in thought.
         • Pardon, on s'est deja vues, excusez moi.
           • Sorry, we already met, it's true. Excuse me.
   • Family and friends
     • Salut
       • Use it when meeting and/or upon leaving
     • Bonjour, Good day
     • Bonsoir, Good evening
   • Stranger
     • Madame
     • Monsieur

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