Mastering everyday conversations in French can be a game-changer for travelers, students, and professionals alike. In this sheet, we'll explore 10 essential expressions to help you navigate common situations.
| French Expression | English Translation | Example in French |
|---|---|---|
| Comment vas-tu? | How are you? | J'ai un peu mal à la tête, merci. (I have a bit of a headache, thank you.) |
| Je m'appelle | I'm called/My name is | Je m'appelle Marie, et toi? (My name is Marie, and you?) |
| Je suis perdu(e) | I am lost | J'ai pris le métro à l'erreur, je suis perdue dans Paris ! (I took the wrong subway line, I'm lost in Paris!) |
| Combien ça coûte? | How much does it cost? | Ce livre coûte 15 euros. (This book costs 15 euros.) |
| J'ai faim | I'm hungry | Je voulais un sandwich pour déjeuner, mais j'ai oublié mon argent ! (I wanted a sandwich for lunch, but I forgot my money!) |
| Il faut que je parte | I have to leave/I must go | J'ai une réunion à 2 heures, il faut que je parte. (I have a meeting at 2 o'clock, I have to leave.) |
| Je suis désolé(e) | I'm sorry | Pardon pour la erreur, je suis désolé(e) ! (Sorry for the mistake, I apologize!) |
| C'est combien? | How much is it? | C'est 20 euros. (It's 20 euros.) |
| J'ai envie de | I'd like to/I want to | J'aimerais bien aller au cinéma ce soir, si tu veux ! (I would love to go to the movies tonight, if you want!) |
| À plus tard! | See you later! |
A1-A2 / B1-B2 — This vocabulary sheet is designed for learners with a basic to intermediate level of French, focusing on everyday expressions and common phrases.
Try using the first letter of each expression to create a sentence in English, such as "C'est Combien? I'm J' En Vie De" to help you remember these essential phrases!
Fill in the blanks: Je suis perdu(e) dans _______________________ ! (I am lost in _______________!)
Practice these expressions on my-french.com.