Vocabulary Sheet: Common French Vocabulary
French is a beautiful language, but it can be challenging for English speakers to learn. This vocabulary sheet aims to help learners build their foundation in French by introducing 10 essential expressions that will aid in everyday communication.
10 Essential French Expressions
| French Expression | English Translation | Example in French |
|---|---|---|
| Bonne journée! | Have a good day! | Je vous dis au revoir, bonne journée! (I'll see you later, have a good day!) |
| De rien! | You're welcome!/It was nothing! | J'ai acheté un sandwich, de rien pour les 5 euros! | (I bought a sandwich, it's only 5 euros!)
| Je m'appelle | I'm called/My name is | Je m'appelle Marie, et vous? | (My name is Marie, and you?)
| J'ai faim! | I'm hungry! | J'ai faim! Je vais aller prendre un déjeuner! | (I'm hungry! I'll go get lunch!)
| Je suis désolé(e) | I'm sorry | Je suis désolé, je vous ai fait attendre. | (I'm sorry, I made you wait.)
| Pourquoi pas? | Why not? | Pourquoi pas? Je vais aller au parc! | (Why not? I'll go to the park!)
| Je t'aime! | I love you! | J'taime, et je suis heureux d'être avec toi! | (I love you, and I'm happy to be with you!)
| Merci beaucoup! | Thank you very much! | Merci beaucoup pour votre aide, c'est vraiment apprécié! | (Thank you very much for your help, it's really appreciated!)
| Pas de problème! | No problem!/It's okay! | Pas de problème, je peux vous aider! | (No problem! I can help you!)
| A bientôt! | See you soon! | A bientôt, à demain! | (See you soon, tomorrow!)
Difficulty Level
C1-C2 — This vocabulary sheet is geared towards intermediate to advanced learners. To master these expressions, learners should have a solid foundation in French grammar and vocabulary.
Memory Tip
Use the phrase "De rien!" as a mnemonic device to remember that it means "You're welcome!/It was nothing!". Visualize a friendly gesture, like waving goodbye, when you think of this expression!
Practice Exercise
Fill in the blanks with the correct French expressions: 1. Have _______________________________________! 2. My name is ____________________________________. 3. I'm feeling ______________________________________. 4. You're welcome for ___________________________________. 5. See you _______________________________________!
Practice these expressions on my-french.com.
