{"id":51567,"date":"2024-06-11T12:41:51","date_gmt":"2024-06-11T07:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=51567"},"modified":"2024-06-11T12:41:51","modified_gmt":"2024-06-11T07:11:51","slug":"learn-a-new-language-basic-french-language-words","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/learn-a-new-language-basic-french-language-words\/","title":{"rendered":"50+ Basic French Language Words You Need to Know Before Getting Started"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bonjour \u00e9tudiants, comment allez-vous? We know how you long to string together some basic French language words<\/strong> and pull off that flawless accent like a native. But learning a new language takes a lot of time and patience, and the same goes for French! The \u201cLanguage of Love\u201d will require you to master endless exceptions, grammar, and confusing spellings! Not to worry though, learning French in bits and pieces can help you understand the language from scratch. So let\u2019s get started by learning some common words in French language that you should know. Bon voyage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Also Read:<\/strong> How to Learn French Quickly? Here are 10 tips to Master the Language!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the \u201cLanguage of Love\u201d<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we dive headfirst into the basic French language words, let\u2019s get to know the origins of the language better. Belonging to an Indo-European group of dialects, French is also known as a Romance language. Its descent can be traced back to Vulgar Latin, spoken by the common people of the Roman Empire. Being the second-most spoken European Language, French is well on its way to becoming the world\u2019s most-spoken language by 2050. Here are some other interesting facts and figures about the language:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. French is the world\u2019s 5th most spoken language<\/strong>, with more than 270 million speakers<\/strong> globally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. It\u2019s an official language<\/strong> in 29 countries<\/strong> and is spoken on all 6 continents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. French is one of the 6 official languages <\/strong>of the United Nations (UN) and a working language<\/strong> for organizations like UNESCO <\/strong>and NATO<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Almost 45%<\/strong> of English words have French roots!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. French has beautiful and distinct accents that vary with every region of France.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Amazing, right? No wonder you are so eager to be called a Francophone as well. But first, we need to lay the foundation for the language by learning the fundamentals i.e. vocabulary. Keep reading to know more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    List of Basic French Language Words with Meanings<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    To start with, you need to be familiar with the basic French language words and phrases used in everyday conversation<\/strong><\/a>. Knowing these greetings and their meanings can help you understand the French language and culture better and interact with the natives easily. Here\u2019s the list:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Word<\/strong><\/td>Pronunciation<\/strong><\/td>Meaning in English<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Bonjour<\/td>bohn-zhoor<\/td>Hello\/Good morning!<\/td><\/tr>
    Merci<\/td>mehr-see<\/em><\/td>Thank you!<\/td><\/tr>
    Oui<\/td>wee<\/em><\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
    Non<\/td>nohn<\/em><\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
    Au Revoir<\/td>oh-ruh-vwar<\/em><\/td>Goodbye<\/td><\/tr>
    Bonsoir<\/td>boh-n-swahr<\/em><\/td>Good evening<\/td><\/tr>
    A bientot<\/td>ah byan-toh<\/em><\/td>See you soon<\/td><\/tr>
    Salut<\/td>sah-loo<\/em><\/td>Hello!<\/td><\/tr>
    Bonne journee<\/td>bon-zhoor-nay<\/em><\/td>Have a good day<\/td><\/tr>
    Enchante<\/td>ahn-shahn-tay<\/em><\/td>Nice to meet you!<\/td><\/tr>
    S\u2019il vous plait<\/td>see-voo-play<\/em><\/td>Please<\/td><\/tr>
    Beaucoup<\/td>boh-koo<\/em><\/td>A lot<\/td><\/tr>
    Excusez moi<\/td>ek-skoo-zay mwah<\/em><\/td>Excuse me<\/td><\/tr>
    Monsieur<\/td>muh-syuh<\/em><\/td>Gentleman<\/td><\/tr>
    Mademoiselle<\/td>mah-dam-uh-zel<\/em><\/td>Lady<\/td><\/tr>
    Madame<\/td>mah-dahm<\/em><\/td>Madam<\/td><\/tr>
    Je vous en prie<\/td>zhuh-voo-zahn-pree<\/em><\/td>You\u2019re welcome<\/td><\/tr>
    Je suis d\u00e9sol\u00e9\/d\u00e9sol\u00e9e<\/td>zhuh-swi-deh-so-lay<\/em><\/td>I am sorry<\/td><\/tr>
    A demain<\/td>ah duh-mahn<\/em><\/td>See you tomorrow!<\/td><\/tr>
    Bon Appetit<\/td>boh-n-apatit<\/em><\/td>Enjoy your meal!<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Over time, its popularity has led French to influence other dialects worldwide, especially English. Let\u2019s take a look at it in the upcoming section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Also Read: <\/strong>Similarities Between English and French<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    50 Basic French Language Words Commonly Used in English<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Believe it or not, around 45%<\/strong> of English vocabulary has French roots! The Norman conquest of England in 1066 played a big role in this, as the French language of the nobility influenced English over time. Many words like “d\u00e9j\u00e0 vu,” “caf\u00e9,” and “restaurant” all come from French. Given below is a list of 50 basic French language words that we know and use daily in English: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Word<\/strong><\/td>Meaning in English<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Entrepreneur<\/td>Someone who starts their own business<\/td><\/tr>
    Liaison<\/td>A connection or link between people or organizations<\/td><\/tr>
    Rendezvous<\/td>A planned meeting at a specific time and place<\/td><\/tr>
    Cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me<\/td>The very best (literally “cream of the cream”)<\/td><\/tr>
    Chateau<\/td>A large, luxurious house or castle<\/td><\/tr>
    Chauffeur<\/td>A professional driver, especially for a wealthy person<\/td><\/tr>
    Reservoir<\/td>A large artificial lake used to store water<\/td><\/tr>
    Poignant<\/td>Deeply moving or emotional<\/td><\/tr>
    Aviation<\/td>The flying of aircraft<\/td><\/tr>
    Vogue<\/td>Popular fashion or style at a particular time<\/td><\/tr>
    Chagrin<\/td>Great grief or sorrow<\/td><\/tr>
    Rogue<\/td>A dishonest or unprincipled person<\/td><\/tr>
    Bureaucracy<\/td>Administration systems associated with large organizations, especially with complex procedures<\/td><\/tr>
    Zest<\/td>Enthusiasm or liveliness<\/td><\/tr>
    Utensil<\/td>Kitchen tool<\/td><\/tr>
    Premiere<\/td>First public performance of a play, film, or other work<\/td><\/tr>
    Jubilee<\/td>A special celebration of an anniversary<\/td><\/tr>
    Parole<\/td>A promise made by a prisoner to behave well after being released early from jail<\/td><\/tr>
    Souvenir<\/td>A memento of a place or event<\/td><\/tr>
    Venue<\/td>The place where a particular event or activity is held<\/td><\/tr>
    Mirage<\/td>An illusion caused by the distortion of light in the atmosphere<\/td><\/tr>
    Chic<\/td>Stylish and elegant<\/td><\/tr>
    Facade<\/td>False outer appearance<\/td><\/tr>
    Forte<\/td>Strong point or talent<\/td><\/tr>
    Sabotage<\/td>To destroy something deliberately<\/td><\/tr>
    \u00c0 la carte<\/td>Separate items on the menu<\/td><\/tr>
    Menu<\/td>List of dishes offered in a restaurant<\/td><\/tr>
    Croissant<\/td>Half moon-shaped pastry<\/td><\/tr>
    Omelette<\/td>Flat egg dish<\/td><\/tr>
    Hors d\u2019\u0153uvre<\/td>Appetizer before a meal<\/td><\/tr>
    Vinaigrette<\/td>Salad dressing<\/td><\/tr>
    Restaurant<\/td>Restaurant<\/td><\/tr>
    Cordon bleu<\/td>Great cook <\/td><\/tr>
    Chef<\/td>Cook<\/td><\/tr>
    Crouton<\/td>Toasted\/fried pieces of bread, usually served with a salad or a soup<\/td><\/tr>
    Caf\u00e9<\/td>Coffee\/Coffee house<\/td><\/tr>
    Souffl\u00e9<\/td>Fluffy dish (sweet or savoury)<\/td><\/tr>
    \u00c0 la mode<\/td>Fashionable, stylish\/with ice cream<\/td><\/tr>
    Sommelier<\/td>Wine steward\/collector<\/td><\/tr>
    Saut\u00e9<\/td>Fried in a small amount of oil<\/td><\/tr>
    G\u00e2teau<\/td>Cake<\/td><\/tr>
    Aubergine<\/td>Eggplant<\/td><\/tr>
    Ap\u00e9ritif<\/td>Pre-dinner drink<\/td><\/tr>
    Salade<\/td>Salad<\/td><\/tr>
    Soupe<\/td>Soup<\/td><\/tr>
    B\u00e9chamel<\/td>A Mixture of butter, milk and flour<\/td><\/tr>
    Ma\u00eetre d\u2019h\u00f4tel<\/td>Head waiter<\/td><\/tr>
    Courgette<\/td>Zucchini<\/td><\/tr>
    Garage<\/td>Covered parking<\/td><\/tr>
    Cin\u00e9ma<\/td>Movie theater or movies<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    To learn more commonly used French words in English, you can also check out the tutorial below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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