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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/french French] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn some polite French vocabulary, as well as cultural tips on how to be polite in France. Remember, being polite is always appreciated and can make a big difference in your interactions with native speakers.
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/french French] learners! 😊
 
In this lesson, you will learn how to be polite in French. As you interact with French-speaking people, it is essential to know these basic phrases to show respect and courtesy. Let's get started!


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==Why Being Polite is Important in French Culture==
== Greetings ==
In French culture, politeness is an essential part of communication. It is expected to use polite expressions when addressing strangers or formal situations. French people pay attention to the tone, choice of words and expressions used, and gestures to express their politeness.


==Basic Polite French Vocabulary==
Salutations or Greetings are the first words that you say when you meet someone. Here are some common greetings you can use in French:
Here is some basic polite French vocabulary that you can use in different situations:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|French||Pronunciation||English Translation
|'''French'''||'''Pronunciation'''||'''English Translation''' |-  
|--
|Bonjour||bohn-zhoor||Good morning/afternoon |-  
|Bonjour||bohn-zhoor||Hello/Good morning/Good afternoon
|Bonsoir||bohn-swahr||Good evening |-  
|--
|Salut||sa-lu||Hi/Hello |-
|Comment allez-vous?||kom-mohn-tah-lay-voo?||How are you?(formal)
|Au revoir||oh ruh-vwah||Goodbye |-
|--
|Bonne nuit||bun nwee||Good night|
|Enchanté(e)||ahn-shahn-tey||Nice to meet you(Formal)
|--
|Je vous en prie||juh-voo-zahn-pree||You're welcome (formal)
|--
|Pardon||pahr-dohn||Excuse me
|--
|Merci||mehr-see||Thank you
|--
|Au revoir||oh-re-vwahr||Goodbye
|}
|}


Use these words constructively in everyday situations will not only make you sound polite but also make you feel like you belong in the French language.
__Dialogue:__
* Person 1: Bonjour, comment ça va? (Hello, how are you?)
* Person 2: Bonjour, ça va bien merci, et toi? (Hello, I'm fine thank you, and you?)


==Expressions to be Polite==
== Saying Please and Thank you ==
Besides basic polite French vocabulary, there are some expressions that you need to use to be polite in French culture. Here are some expressions that are used to be polite in French:


===Saying Please & Thank You===
It's always polite to add "s'il vous plaît" or "s'il te plaît" (Please) when making requests. And don't forget to show gratitude by saying "merci" (Thank you) when someone does something for you. Here are some phrases that include these words:
To attract someone's attention or ask for something in a formal context, use "s'il vous plaît," which means "please" in French. Always accompany a request with "s'il vous plaît" or "please" in English.


To express gratitude or say "thank you" in French, you can use "merci." It is essential to express your appreciation in French culture.
{| class="wikitable"
|'''French'''||'''Pronunciation'''||'''English Translation''' |-
|S'il vous plaît||seel voo pleh||Please (formal) |-
|S'il te plaît||seel teh pleh||Please (informal) |-
|Merci||mehr-see||Thank you |-
|De rien||duh ree-ehn||You're welcome|
|}


===Apologizing in French===
__Dialogue:__
To apologize in French, you can use "pardon" or "excusez-moi." Both expressions are interchangeable and mean the same.
* Person 1: S'il te plaît, peux-tu me passer le sel? (Please, can you pass me the salt?)
* Person 2: Bien sûr! (Of course!)
* Person 1: Merci beaucoup! (Thank you very much!)


To apologize in a more formal context, use "je suis désolé(e)" which means "I'm sorry" in French.
== Apologizing ==


===Introducing Yourself in French===
If you make a mistake or cause inconvenience to others, it's important to apologize. Here are some ways to say sorry in French:
To introduce yourself in a formal context, you can use "je suis" which means "I am" in French. Followed by your name or your profession.


"Enchanté(e)" which we introduced earlier, is another expression that you can use when introducing yourself in a formal situation. It means "nice to meet you."
{| class="wikitable"
|'''French'''||'''Pronunciation'''||'''English Translation''' |-
|Pardon||pahr-dohn||Pardon/Excuse me |-
|Je suis désolé(e)||juh swee deh-zoh-leh||I'm sorry |-
|Excusez-moi||ehks-kyoo-seh mwah||Excuse me (formal) |-
|Désolé(e), je ne peux pas venir||deh-zoh-leh, juh nuh puh pah vuh-neer||Sorry, I can't come|
|}


===Expressing Gratitude===
__Dialogue:__
To express gratitude in French use "merci beaucoup." This expression means "thank you very much."
* Person 1: Pardon, je suis en retard. (Excuse me, I'm late.)
* Person 2: Ce n'est pas grave. (It's not a big deal.)
* Person 1: Merci beaucoup de votre compréhension. (Thank you very much for your understanding.)


===Wishing Someone Well===
== Polite Expressions ==
When you want to wish someone the best, use "bonne chance." This expression means "good luck!"


==Politeness in French Culture==
There are many ways to be polite in French, especially when you communicate with someone you don't know well. Here are some examples:
Now that you have learned some basic French vocabulary and expressions to be polite in French, we will show you how to use them correctly in cultural contexts.


===Greeting People in France===
{| class="wikitable"
In France, when you arrive at a gathering or a formal event, it's essential to greet the host and the guests. It is also polite to shake hands or give a kiss on each cheek (depending on the region) when greeting someone in France.
|'''French'''||'''Pronunciation'''||'''English Translation''' |-
|Je vous en prie||juh vooz ahn pree||You're welcome/Be my guest |-
|Enchanté(e)||ahn-shahn-teh||Nice to meet you (formal) |-
|Comment allez-vous?||koh-mahn tah-lay voo||How are you? (formal) |-
|Je vous remercie||juh voo ruh-mehr-see||I thank you (formal)|
|}


When leaving, be sure to say goodbye to everyone and thank them for their company. Making an effort in greeting people, even if you don't know them well, is appreciated in French culture.
__Dialogue:__
* Person 1: Bonjour, je m'appelle Anne. Enchantée! (Hello, my name is Anne. Nice to meet you!)
* Person 2: Bonjour, moi c'est Marc. Enchanté aussi! (Hello, my name is Marc. Nice to meet you too!)
* Person 1: Comment allez-vous aujourd'hui? (How are you today?)
* Person 2: Je vais bien, merci. Et vous? (I'm fine, thank you. And you?)
* Person 1: Très bien, merci. (Very well, thank you.)


===Dining in France===
== Conclusion ==
When you are invited to someone's home for dinner, it's customary to bring a bottle of wine or chocolates as a gift for the host.


Table manners are essential in French culture. Use "s'il vous plaît" to request something and "merci" to thank the host or hostess.
Learning how to be polite in French is essential, and it shows your respect for the language and the culture. Continue to practice using these phrases and expressions, and don't be afraid to make mistakes as you learn. Also, remember to check out the [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=42 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/french/question questions] you may have.  


When dining, it is common in France to keep your hands on the table, rest your wrists on the table, and keep your elbows close to your sides. Avoid using toothpicks in public places, it can be seen as impolite.
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===Showing Respect in French Culture===
Respect is critical concerning French culture. French people are proud of their language and their culture. Always make an effort to speak French as much as possible when interacting with native speakers. It shows that you respect their culture and makes them more willing to engage with you.
 
==Dialogue==
 
*Person 1: Bonjour. Comment allez-vous? (Hello. How are you?)
*Person 2: Bonjour. Ça va, merci. Et vous? (Hello. I'm fine, thank you. And you?)
*Person 1: Ça va bien, merci. (I'm well, thank you.)
*Person 2: Enchanté(e). (Nice to meet you.)
*Person 1: Enchanté(e) également. (Nice to meet you too.)
 
==Conclusion==
 
In this lesson, we have learned how to be polite in French. Politeness is an essential part of French culture and should be used in all contexts. We have learned basic French vocabulary, expressions to be polite when apologizing, introducing yourself, and wishing someone the best.
 
It is also essential to remember the cultural context when using these expressions. Make an effort to show respect and engage with native speakers as much as possible.
 
To improve your [[Language/French|French]] [[Language/French/Vocabulary|Vocabulary]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=42 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/french/question questions]!


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French Vocabulary - Be Polite

Hi French learners! 😊

In this lesson, you will learn how to be polite in French. As you interact with French-speaking people, it is essential to know these basic phrases to show respect and courtesy. Let's get started!

Greetings

Salutations or Greetings are the first words that you say when you meet someone. Here are some common greetings you can use in French:

French Pronunciation - Bonjour bohn-zhoor - Bonsoir bohn-swahr - Salut sa-lu - Au revoir oh ruh-vwah - Bonne nuit bun nwee

__Dialogue:__

  • Person 1: Bonjour, comment ça va? (Hello, how are you?)
  • Person 2: Bonjour, ça va bien merci, et toi? (Hello, I'm fine thank you, and you?)

Saying Please and Thank you

It's always polite to add "s'il vous plaît" or "s'il te plaît" (Please) when making requests. And don't forget to show gratitude by saying "merci" (Thank you) when someone does something for you. Here are some phrases that include these words:

French Pronunciation - S'il vous plaît seel voo pleh - S'il te plaît seel teh pleh - Merci mehr-see - De rien duh ree-ehn

__Dialogue:__

  • Person 1: S'il te plaît, peux-tu me passer le sel? (Please, can you pass me the salt?)
  • Person 2: Bien sûr! (Of course!)
  • Person 1: Merci beaucoup! (Thank you very much!)

Apologizing

If you make a mistake or cause inconvenience to others, it's important to apologize. Here are some ways to say sorry in French:

French Pronunciation - Pardon pahr-dohn - Je suis désolé(e) juh swee deh-zoh-leh - Excusez-moi ehks-kyoo-seh mwah - Désolé(e), je ne peux pas venir deh-zoh-leh, juh nuh puh pah vuh-neer

__Dialogue:__

  • Person 1: Pardon, je suis en retard. (Excuse me, I'm late.)
  • Person 2: Ce n'est pas grave. (It's not a big deal.)
  • Person 1: Merci beaucoup de votre compréhension. (Thank you very much for your understanding.)

Polite Expressions

There are many ways to be polite in French, especially when you communicate with someone you don't know well. Here are some examples:

French Pronunciation - Je vous en prie juh vooz ahn pree - Enchanté(e) ahn-shahn-teh - Comment allez-vous? koh-mahn tah-lay voo - Je vous remercie juh voo ruh-mehr-see

__Dialogue:__

  • Person 1: Bonjour, je m'appelle Anne. Enchantée! (Hello, my name is Anne. Nice to meet you!)
  • Person 2: Bonjour, moi c'est Marc. Enchanté aussi! (Hello, my name is Marc. Nice to meet you too!)
  • Person 1: Comment allez-vous aujourd'hui? (How are you today?)
  • Person 2: Je vais bien, merci. Et vous? (I'm fine, thank you. And you?)
  • Person 1: Très bien, merci. (Very well, thank you.)

Conclusion

Learning how to be polite in French is essential, and it shows your respect for the language and the culture. Continue to practice using these phrases and expressions, and don't be afraid to make mistakes as you learn. Also, remember to check out the Find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have.

If you want to improve your French vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website.

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎


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