The most important phrases in French with translation. French words everyone should know. Do you need to know them?

The blog is gradually filling up useful resources in various foreign languages. Today it’s French’s turn again - here’s a list of 100 basic phrases that will be useful to you in simple dialogue. You can say hello, say goodbye, ask simple questions and answer your interlocutor.

When repeating or memorizing phrases, do not forget to listen to the voice-over and repeat after the announcer. To reinforce the expressions, repeat them for several days, making small dialogues and sentences with them.

(Some words have endings in brackets for female -e And plural -s, -es).

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Any study foreign language helps in development, career and can significantly strengthen your social status. This is an excellent brain workout that allows you to maintain a healthy mind and memory at any age. French is considered a rich and analytical language that structures thought and develops a critical mind; when conducting negotiations and discussions, basic phrases in French will serve you well.

Do you need to know them?

Knowledge of everyday phrases is necessary not only for tourists: French is an incredibly beautiful, melodic and inspiring language. People who know history cannot remain indifferent to France and its heroes; in an effort to join its culture, many feel the desire to study the language of its people. Hence the massive fascination with this language of lovers and poets, which was spoken by Maupassant, Voltaire and, of course, Dumas.

French is in the top six official languages United Nations, it is spoken in 33 countries around the world (including Haiti and some African countries). Already for a long time knowledge of French is considered good form; it is the language of diplomats and simply educated and cultured people. Basic phrases in this language are heard at international symposia and scientific congresses.

Where will they come in handy?

If you want to work in France, knowledge of the language will be essential. Many large French corporations also operate in Russia; if you start a career in them, then knowledge French phrases at the entry level will help an employee of Renault or Bonduelle, Peugeot, as well as the cosmetic leader of L'Oreal.

Many people decide to come to France for permanent residence, and knowledge of French in this case is as necessary as air. Due to insufficient language proficiency, misunderstandings may arise, new acquaintances and expanding the circle of communication are impossible, and even conflict situations are possible. This interferes with the well-being of those who want to make their life in France. English is held in low esteem in this country, so knowledge French necessarily, at least at a minimum level. The French are a very proud nation, and they demand respect for their language and culture from everyone who comes to live here. Ignorance of everyday simple phrases can touch the local people to the core.

Another passionate dream of many of our compatriots is to receive higher education in France. This country offers many options for studying, including on a budget basis. And again - where would we be without language? As soon as difficulties arise with translation during the exam, you may be denied admission to the university. Some French universities accept applicants without exams, only based on the results of an interview in French. This is why it is so important to know the language if you want to study in the country.

French universities are usually admitted a year in advance. school year, that is, the preparatory process can take quite a bit long time, it is possible to learn French well, and the earlier you start your studies, the better results you will show in the entrance tests.

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Transport

The French language is deservedly considered the most sensual language in the world - it uses several hundred verbs denoting emotions and feelings of various kinds. The lyrical melody of the throat sound “r” and the exquisite precision of “le” give a special charm to the language.

Gallicisms

The French words used in the Russian language are called Gallicisms; they have firmly entered Russian-language conversation with a large number of words and derivatives from them, similar in meaning or, conversely, only in sound.

The pronunciation of French words differs from Slavic ones in the presence of guttural and nasal sounds, for example, “an” and “on” are pronounced by passing the sound through nasal cavity, and the sound “en” is through the lower part of the front wall of the throat. This language is also characterized by an emphasis on the last syllable of a word and soft sibilant sounds, as in the words “brochure” and “jelly”. Another indicator of Gallicism is the presence in the word of the suffixes -azh, -ar, -ism (plume, massage, boudoir, monarchism). Already these subtleties make it clear how unique and diverse official language France.

Abundance of French words in Slavic languages

Few people realize that “metro”, “baggage”, “balance” and “politics” are native French words borrowed from other languages, the beautiful “veil” and “nuance” too. According to some data, about two thousand Gallicisms are used every day in the post-Soviet space. Items of clothing (knickers, cuffs, vest, pleated, overalls), military themes (dugout, patrol, trench), trading (advance, credit, kiosk and regime) and, of course. words associated with beauty (manicure, cologne, boa, pince-nez) are all Gallicisms.

Moreover, some words are similar to the ear, but have a distant or different meaning. For example:

• A frock coat is an item of men's wardrobe, and literally means “on top of everything.”
• Buffet - we have it festive table, for the French it’s just a fork.
• A dude is a dapper young man, and a dude in France is a pigeon.
• Solitaire means “patience” in French, but in our country it’s a card game.
• Meringue (a type of fluffy cake) is a beautiful French word meaning kiss.
• Vinaigrette (vegetable salad), vinaigrette is just vinegar for the French.
• Dessert - initially this word in France meant clearing the table, and much later - the last dish after which they clean up.

Language of love

Tete-a-tete (one-on-one meeting), rendezvous (date), vis-a-vis (opposite) - these are also words that originate from France. Amor (love) is a beautiful French word that has excited the minds of lovers so many times. A stunning language of romance, tenderness and adoration, the melodic murmur of which will not leave any woman indifferent.

The classic “zhe tem” is used to denote strong, all-consuming love, and if you add “bian” to these words, the meaning will change: it will mean “I like you.”

Peak of popularity

French words first began to appear in the Russian language during the time of Peter the Great, and from the end of the eighteenth century they significantly advanced native speech to the side. French became the leading language of high society. All correspondence (especially love) was conducted exclusively in French, beautiful long tirades filled banquet halls and meeting rooms. At the court of Emperor Alexander III, it was considered shameful (bad manners) not to know the Frankish language; a person was immediately labeled as an ignoramus, so French teachers were in great demand.

The situation changed thanks to the novel in verse “Eugene Onegin”, in which the author Alexander Sergeevich acted very subtly by writing a monologue-letter from Tatiana to Onegin in Russian (although he thought in French, being Russian, as historians say.) With this he returned the former glory of the native language.

Popular phrases in French right now

Come il faut translated from French means “as it should”, that is, something made comme il faut - made according to all the rules and wishes.

• Se la vie! is a very famous phrase meaning “such is life.”
• Je tem - singer Lara Fabian brought worldwide fame to these words in the song of the same name “Je t’aime!” - I love you.
• Cherche la femme - also the well-known “look for a woman”
• ger, com a la ger - “in war, as in war.” Words from the song that Boyarsky sang in the popular film of all time, “The Three Musketeers.”
• Bon mo is a sharp word.
• Faison de parle is a way of speaking.
• Ki famm ve - die le ve - “what a woman wants, God wants.”
• Antr well sau di - it’s said between us.

The history of several words

The well-known word “marmalade” is a distorted version of “Marie est malade” - Marie is sick.

In the Middle Ages, Stewart suffered from seasickness during her travels and refused to eat. Her personal doctor prescribed her slices of oranges with peel, thickly sprinkled with sugar, and the French cook prepared quince decoctions to stimulate her appetite. If these two dishes were ordered in the kitchen, the courtiers would immediately whisper: “Marie is sick!” (mari e malad).

Shantrapa - a word meaning idle people, homeless children, also came from France. Children who did not have an ear for music and good vocal abilities were not accepted into the church choir as singers (“chantra pas” - does not sing), so they wandered around the streets, mischievous and having fun. They were asked: “Why are you idle?” In response: "Shatrapa."

Podsofe - (chauffe - heating, heater) with the prefix under-, that is, heated, under the influence of heat, taken for “warming”. A beautiful French word, but the meaning is exactly the opposite.

By the way, everyone knows why it was called that? But this french name, and her purse is also from there - a reticule. Shapo is translated as “hat”, and “klyak” is akin to a slap. The slap-folding hat is a folding top hat, just like the mischievous old lady wore.

Silhouette is the surname of the controller of finances at the court of Louis the Fifteenth, who was famous for his craving for luxury and various expenses. The treasury was empty too quickly and, in order to rectify the situation, the king appointed the young incorruptible Etienne Silhouette to the post, who immediately banned all festivities, balls and feasts. Everything became gray and dull, and the fashion that arose at the same time for depicting the outline of an object of a dark color on a white background was in honor of the miser minister.

Beautiful French words will diversify your speech

IN Lately word tattoos are no longer only in English and Japanese (as fashion dictated), but are increasingly being found in French, and some of them have interesting meanings.

The French language is considered quite complex, with many nuances and details. To know it well, you need to painstakingly study for more than one year, but to use several winged and beautiful phrases it's not obligatory. Two or three words inserted into right time into a conversation, diversify your vocabulary and make speaking French emotional and lively.

Magnificent France is a country of romance and hearts in love. Traveling to France is the dream of every couple in love. There is everything for a romantic getaway.

Nice cozy cafes, wonderful hotels, lots of entertainment and nightclubs. Holidays in France will appeal to anyone, no matter what their tastes. This is a unique, very diverse country. And if you also communicate with its inhabitants, you will completely fall in love with this wonderful corner of the Earth.

But in order to communicate with the local population, you need to know at least the basics of the French language, or have our Russian-French phrasebook at hand, which consists of important sections.

Common phrases

Appeals

At the station

At customs

In a hotel, hotel

Walking around the city

In transport

In public places

Emergencies

Numerals

In the shop

At the restaurant

Tourism

Greetings - a list of words with which you can greet or say hello to the people of France.

Standard phrases are all you need to maintain or develop a conversation. Common words used in conversation every day.

Station – questions frequently asked at train stations and general words and phrases that will be useful both at the railway station and at any other station.

Passport control - upon arriving in France, you will have to go through passport and customs control, this the procedure will pass easier and faster if you use this section.

Orientation in the city - if you don’t want to get lost in one of the big French cities, keep this section from our Russian-French phrasebook handy. With its help you will always find your way.

Transport – when traveling around France, you will often have to use public transport. We have collected translations of words and phrases that will be useful to you in public transport, taxis, etc.

Hotel – translation of phrases that will be very useful to you during registration at the hotel and throughout your stay.

Public places – using this section you can ask passers-by what interesting things you can see in the city.

Emergencies are a topic that should not be neglected. With its help, you can call an ambulance, the police, call passers-by for help, report that you are feeling unwell, etc.

Shopping – when going shopping, don’t forget to take a phrasebook with you, or rather this topic from it. Everything in it will help you make any purchases, from vegetables at the market to branded clothing and shoes.

Restaurant – French cuisine is famous for its sophistication and you will most likely want to try its dishes. But in order to order a meal, you need to know at least minimal French in order to be able to read the menu or call the waiter. In this regard, this section will serve you as a good assistant.

Numbers and figures - a list of numbers, starting from zero to a million, their spelling and correct pronunciation in French.

Tours - translation, spelling and correct pronunciation of words and questions that will be useful to every tourist more than once on their trip.