25 Essential French Expressions for Your Trip to France

Name: 25 Essential French Expressions for Your Trip to France
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A collection of 25 expressions you need to know for getting around in Europe's most visited country.

Created byGabrielle Sweets

Last updated 8/2014

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What you'll learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to correctly use 25 new expressions in your upcoming trip to France.
You will learn how to pronounce each expression correctly, how and when to use them, and the cultural context in which they are appropriate.

Course content

4 sections • 30 lectures • 2h 30m total length

Welcome5:43
Students are welcomed and given a brief overview of France.
Pronunciation Tips10:06
Pronunciation tips include how to pronounce French vowel sounds, which consonants to pronounce (or which ones NOT to pronounce), the nasalized "N" sound, and the French "R" sound.
Why French? Why France?3:51
Students are given a few facts about the French language and about France itself.

Bonjour! Je m'appelle...6:08
The importance of saying "Bonjour" is explained and students are also told how to greet someone properly.
Enchanté.3:05
The words "Enchanté" and "Au revoir" are explained.
Excusez-moi!5:04
Students are explained the importance of personal space, as well as when to use the expression "Excusez-moi."
Je voudrais...11:38
Ordering at a café tips are shared.
Bon appétit!3:41
The importance of gathering around the table for a meal is discussed.
Merci beaucoup!2:48
Different ways of saying "Thank you" are discussed.
Je n'ai pas compris.4:07
Students are explained that is it better to be up front and honest about admitting when one doesn't quite understand what was just said.
Bonne journée!3:34
Comparisons and contrasts are made between "Bonne journée" and "Bonjour."
The Rules of Politeness

Parlez-vous anglais?6:31
The above expression is discussed as well as the differences between saying "Vous" and "Tu."
Vous pouvez répéter, s'il vous plaît?4:31
The above expression is discussed as well as the words "S'il vous plaît."
Où sont les toilettes?5:48
Students are explained the significance of the word "toilettes," the importance of the acronym "WC" and what to say when one is looking for something.
C'est combien?3:43
Une carafe d'eau, s'il vous plaît.4:40
Students are explained how difficult it is to get (free) water throughout the day and how to go about making sure they are fully hydrated without having to play loads of money.
L'addition, s'il vous plaît.2:50
The French habit of enjoying long meals is explained in light of the above expression.
J'ai besoin de...7:58
Students are explained the importance of saying "I need" and given appropriate ways to fill in the rest of the sentence.
Je suis perdu!1:54
The two meanings of this expression are told.
A quelle heure...?6:14
This expression is thoroughly explained and the 24-hour clock is discussed.
Attention au départ!4:24
Students are advised to arrive at the train station well before the train is set to leave.
...est en retard.1:33
Strikes in France are discussed.
Getting Around

J'ai faim/soif!9:43
Suggestions of basic foods/drinks to try in France are made.
Je suis fatigué.3:16
Je suis désolé.5:08
Students are advised how to quickly say "No" to those asking for money.
Je ne me sens pas bien.3:11
Lecture is on describing when one doesn't feel good, and what to do.
Ah bon? Ah bon.5:23
The FOUR different nuances of this expression are discussed!
Chez moi...6:57
Students are encouraged to closely examine the differences between how they do things at home and how things are done abroad. Additionally, everyday dressing tips are included.
Bonus Expression4:57
France's motto is the bonus expression taught in this course. The notion of friendship is also closely dissected.
Getting Personal
Wrap-up1:38
Students are reminded that they must completely finish the course before leaving on their trip.

Requirements

There are no required materials needed.

Description

This course is for the first-timer headed to France or an experienced traveler who wants to brush up on the basics. It is comprised of a list of 25 expressions that are indispensable for communicating with the French, as well as pronunciation tips. Additionally, cultural insights are shared and explained in a clear and thorough manner.

The course itself caters to auditory and visual learners as each lecture is written out on a slide and explained orally. Quizzes are given at the end of each section to ensure understanding, and the student is also provided with vocabulary guides and links to articles that will encourage him think critically about his own culture as well as the French culture.

It will take about 2.5 hours to complete the lecture portion of this course, and an extra hour to complete the recommended reading given in the lists at the end of each section.

This course explains each expression carefully (each expression is a complete lecture) and sets the expression in context.

You should take this course if you are apprehensive about your upcoming trip to France! This course will give you basic conversational knowledge of the French language, a confidence boost, and a heads-up on cultural differences.

It would also benefit you if you have been to France before but want to really nail down the basic expressions needed for a return trip.

Who this course is for:

This course is for anyone going to France, whether it be a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, who would like some basic conversational knowledge of the French language.

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Welcome3 lectures • 20min

The Rules of Politeness8 lectures • 40min

Getting Around11 lectures • 50min

Getting Personal8 lectures • 40min

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