Thanking & Apologizing
Use these phrases to naturally express gratitude, respond to thanks, and politely apologize or get someone's attention in everyday situations.
Key Phrases
Merci beaucoup pour votre aide.
neutralThank you very much for your help.
The standard way to thank someone for a specific action.
C'est vraiment très gentil.
politeThat is really very kind.
Use this when someone goes out of their way to help you.
C'est super sympa, merci !
casualThat's really nice, thanks!
Common among friends or in very relaxed situations.
De rien.
neutralYou're welcome.
Literally 'of nothing'. The most common everyday response.
Je vous en prie.
politeYou're welcome.
Standard polite response to anyone you address with 'vous'.
Pas de problème.
casualNo problem.
A very common and relaxed way to reply.
Je suis vraiment désolé.
neutralI am really sorry.
A sincere apology for a mistake.
Je vous demande pardon.
politeI beg your pardon. / I apologize.
Formal, used in professional settings or for serious mistakes.
Oh, pardon !
casualOh, sorry!
A quick apology for minor things, like bumping into someone.
Excusez-moi, s'il vous plaît.
politeExcuse me, please.
The safest way to get a stranger's attention or ask to pass.
Pardon, je peux passer ?
casualSorry, can I pass?
More direct, often used in crowded places or public transport.