Survival Phrases

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Use these phrases to book a table, ask about the menu, and confirm your arrival at a French restaurant.

Use these phrases to navigate a French menu, ask the staff for advice, and order your food and drinks naturally.

Use these phrases to confidently order coffee, ask for what you need, and pay at a French café.

Essential phrases for safely communicating dietary restrictions and allergies when eating out.

Use these phrases when you are ready to finish your meal, check the total, and pay at a restaurant or café.

Use these phrases to confidently order drinks, buy a round for friends, and manage your tab at a French bar.

Essential phrases for ordering food to go or getting it delivered directly to your door.

Use these practical phrases to confidently order food, customize your meal, and pay at a French fast-food counter.

Use these phrases to confidently order baked goods, specify exactly what you want, and handle quantities at the deli counter.

These phrases will help you confidently order food, ask about ingredients, and pay at a French street food stall.

Use these phrases when checking in at the airport to handle your bags, choose a seat, and find your gate.

Use these phrases to navigate airport security, follow instructions, and ask questions about your belongings.

Use these phrases to confidently answer questions from customs and immigration officers when arriving in a French-speaking country.

Use these practical phrases to confidently buy tickets and ask for information at a French train station.

These essential phrases will help you confidently buy tickets, find the right route, and navigate buses and the metro.

Use these phrases to catch a taxi, tell the driver where you are going, ask about the price, and request drop-off details.

Use these phrases to ask for directions, understand where to go, and confirm you heard correctly when navigating a French-speaking city.

Use these phrases on a plane — from boarding and finding your seat to asking the crew for help or swapping places.

Use these phrases when you walk into a tourist office to get maps, find out about sights, ask about tickets, and get directions.

These phrases will help you rent a bike or scooter, ask about prices and deposits, and figure out the app and parking.

These are the essential phrases you need to check into a hotel smoothly, confirm your room details, and ask about amenities in French.

Use these phrases when checking in or talking to hotel staff about breakfast, wifi, the gym, pool, luggage, late checkout, or getting a taxi.

Use these phrases when you leave a hotel and pay your bill at the front desk.

Essential phrases for booking a hotel room, from checking availability to confirming the final details.

Use these phrases to communicate with your host, ask about house rules, and solve common issues during your stay.

Use these phrases to check in, understand the rules, and chat with other travelers during a hostel stay.

Essential phrases for modifying your hotel reservation, checking out late, or booking an extra night.

Use these phrases to ask for sizes, find the fitting room, and tell the staff what you want to buy.

Use these phrases to buy fresh produce, ask about quantities and prices, and interact naturally at a French market or grocery store.

Use these phrases to ask for prices and negotiate politely at markets or smaller shops in French-speaking countries.

Use these everyday phrases to smoothly navigate the checkout, pay for your groceries, and handle self-checkout issues at the supermarket.

Use these phrases to ask about features, compare products, and finalize a purchase at a French electronics store.

Use these phrases to ask for recommendations, check prices, and get your souvenirs gift-wrapped in French shops.

Use these everyday phrases to check for item availability, sizes, and colors when shopping.

These phrases will help you state your size, try on shoes, and discuss the fit with the staff in a French shoe store.

Use these essential phrases to explain your symptoms and get the right medicine at a French pharmacy.

Use these phrases to call a medical clinic, register as a patient, and book a doctor appointment.

Use these phrases to register at the hospital, explain your situation, and ask about the wait time during a medical emergency.

Use these practical phrases to confidently request an eye test, choose new frames, and order glasses or contact lenses.

Use these phrases when you need to book a medical test or get a vaccine at a clinic or pharmacy.

Use these phrases when you need to locate an ATM, ask about fees, or get help if your card is declined or swallowed.

Use these practical phrases to navigate currency exchange bureaus, ask about fees, request specific bills, and compare rates.

Use these practical phrases to confidently send parcels, ask about delivery details, and buy stamps at a French post office.

Essential phrases for buying a SIM card, choosing a data plan, and getting connected when you arrive in a French-speaking country.

These phrases will help you report a problem to your landlord or property manager and get it fixed.

These phrases will help you introduce yourself, handle packages, and manage everyday interactions with your neighbors.

Essential phrases for sorting your recycling, finding the bins, and understanding collection rules in your building.

These practical phrases will help you ask questions and understand the details when shopping for furniture for your new place.

Use these phrases to drop off or pick up your laundry, point out stains, and ask about prices and pickup times.

These essential phrases will help you navigate joining a gym in French, from asking about free trials and classes to understanding pricing and cancellation policies.

Use these phrases to easily book, change, or cancel appointments for everyday services like the hairdresser, doctor, or dentist.

Use these phrases when taking a broken device to a shop, asking about repair costs, checking the turnaround time, and ensuring your data is safe.

These phrases will help you book an appointment, request specific treatments, and comfortably communicate your preferences for pressure and duration at a French spa or nail salon.

Essential phrases for getting your clothes altered, shortened, or hemmed at a French tailor.

Use these essential phrases to confidently call for help, describe an emergency situation, and answer a dispatcher's questions.

Use these essential phrases to ask locals for help, directions, or clarification when you are lost or confused.

Essential phrases for raising the alarm, evacuating safely, and checking on others during a fire.

These phrases will help you introduce yourself, navigate the office, and make simple small talk on your first day at a new job.

Use these practical phrases to ask for information and enroll in a class at a language school or community center.

Use these phrases to request time off, explain your reasons, coordinate work coverage, and call in sick.