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Survival Phrases

The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.

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ALL TOPICS Greetings & Socializing Eating & Drinking Out Travel & Transport Hotels & Accommodation Shopping & Money Health & Pharmacy Banking & Daily Admin Renting & Housing Everyday Services Emergencies & Safety Work & Study

Greetings & Socializing

Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.

B1

Greetings & Introductions

Use these phrases to naturally greet people, introduce yourself, and make small talk when meeting someone new or catching up in French.

A1

Greetings & Introductions

Use these essential phrases to say hello, introduce yourself, and make basic small talk when meeting someone new.

A2

Greetings & Introductions

Use these phrases to greet people, introduce yourself, and make polite small talk when meeting someone new.

B1

Making Small Talk

Use these phrases to make natural small talk, show interest in others, and smoothly transition out of a conversation.

A2

Making Small Talk

Use these phrases to make simple, everyday small talk with colleagues or acquaintances.

B1

Saying Goodbye

Here are some natural ways to end a conversation and say goodbye in French, ranging from quick casual departures to polite farewells.

A2

Saying Goodbye

Use these phrases to naturally end a conversation, say your goodbyes, and politely take your leave.

A1

Saying Goodbye

Use these phrases to end a conversation, wish someone well, and politely take your leave.

B1

Thanking & Apologizing

Use these phrases to express gratitude naturally, apologize for mistakes or delays, and respond appropriately in both casual and professional settings.

A1

Thanking & Apologizing

Essential everyday phrases for showing politeness, expressing gratitude, and making small apologies.

A2

Thanking & Apologizing

Use these phrases to naturally express gratitude, respond to thanks, and politely apologize or get someone's attention in everyday situations.

A2

Invitations & Making Plans

Use these phrases to invite friends or colleagues out, agree on the details, or politely decline if you are busy.

B1

Invitations & Making Plans

Use these phrases to naturally invite someone out, coordinate plans, or politely decline an offer.

B1

Making Friends

Use these phrases to move past basic small talk, find common ground, and make real connections with people you meet.

A2

Congratulations & Celebrations

Use these phrases to congratulate people on their achievements and celebrate special occasions in French.

B1

Congratulations & Celebrations

Use these phrases to express joy, offer congratulations, and share best wishes during celebrations and major life milestones.

A2

Talking About Family

Use these phrases to ask and answer common questions about family, children, and relationships.

A1

Talking About Family

Use these simple everyday phrases to describe your family, ask people about theirs, and talk about your children or marital status.

B1

Talking About Family

Use these phrases to naturally discuss marital status, children, and where your relatives live during everyday conversations.

A2

Saying No Politely

Use these phrases to politely say no to an invitation or offer while maintaining a good relationship.

B1

Saying No Politely

These phrases will help you politely decline invitations and refuse offers while maintaining good relationships with others.