Vocabulary Sheet: French Pronunciation Guide for Beginners
Mastering the basics of French pronunciation can be a daunting task, but don't worry! This vocabulary sheet will guide you through 10 essential expressions to get you started. Learn how to correctly pronounce common phrases and words with this beginner-friendly guide.
10 Essential French Expressions
| French Expression | English Translation | Example in French |
|---|---|---|
| Salut ! | Hello! | Salut, comment vas-tu ? (Hello, how are you?) |
| Bonsoir ! | Bonsoir, je vais bien, merci. (Good evening, I'm fine, thank you.) | |
| De rien ! | You're welcome!/It was nothing! | J'ai reçu une lettre de De rén, et j'ai été très étonné. (I received a letter from De rén, and I was very surprised.) |
| Merci ! | Thank you! | Merci pour le petit déjeuner, c'était délicieux ! (Thanks for breakfast, it was delicious!) |
| Pardon ? | Excuse me? | Pardon, je n'ai pas compris. Pouvez-vous répéter ? (Excuse me, I didn't understand. Can you repeat?) |
| Oui ! | Yes! | Oui, j'adore les vacances ! (Yes, I love vacations!) |
| Non ! | No! | Non, je ne veux pas aller au cinéma. (No, I don't want to go to the movies.) |
| Je m'appelle... | My name is... | Je m'appelle Marie, et vous ? (My name is Marie, and you?) |
| J'ai 20 ans. | I'm 20 years old. | J'ai 20 ans, j'étudie l'anglais. (I'm 20 years old, I'm studying English.) |
| À demain ! | See you tomorrow! | À demain, je vais regarder un film avec des amis. (See you tomorrow, I'll watch a movie with friends.) |
Difficulty Level
This vocabulary sheet is designed for beginners (A1-A2 level) who want to improve their French pronunciation skills. No prior knowledge of French grammar or vocabulary is required.
Memory Tip
Try to pronounce each expression out loud, focusing on the correct intonation and vowel sounds. Visualize yourself using these expressions in everyday conversations to boost your confidence!
Practice Exercise
Fill in the blanks: Salut ! Je m'appelle _______________________ et j'ai _______________________ ans.
Practice these expressions on my-french.com.
