Ten French Phrases You Should Know Before Visiting France

Whether you are visiting France for a few days or several months, it is helpful to know some basic French. These 10 phrases are essential to memorize to help you as you travel around France.

1. Bonjour! Comment ça va?—Hello! How are you? 
2. Parlez-vous anglais?—Do you speak English? (VERY IMPORTANT)
3. Je ne parle pas Français.—I don't speak French. (Also very important and the #1 phrase I used while in France)
4. Excuse-moi—Excuse me
5. S'il vous plaît—Please
6. Je voudrais...—I would like... (Used for politely ordering food)
7. Bonne journée!—Have a good day! (Many people will say this as you leave a store or restaurant, and it is polite to respond back with the same phrase)
8. Comment tu t'appelles?—What is your name?
9. Merci beaucoup!—Thank you very much!
10. De rien!—You're welcome!

Although this is a small list, it will be very helpful to navigate France even with these ten simple phrases.