{"id":50274,"date":"2026-06-18T09:17:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T09:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/languagelearnershub.com\/?p=50274"},"modified":"2026-09-22T19:12:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T19:12:41","slug":"french-greetings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/languagelearnershub.com\/blog\/french-greetings\/","title":{"rendered":"French Greetings: 30+ Ways to Say Hello &amp; Goodbye Like a Local"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might know <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. You might even feel confident saying <strong>salut<\/strong>. But when a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/languagelearnershub.com\/blog\/tools-apps-learn-french\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"911\">French speaker<\/a><\/span> greets you quickly, casually, or with a phrase you were never taught in school, it is easy to freeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French greetings are not just about saying \u201chello\u201d and \u201cgoodbye\u201d. They change depending on the time of day, how well you know someone, where you are, and whether the situation is formal, friendly, or somewhere in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will learn more than 30 natural French greetings and farewells, from everyday essentials like <strong>bonjour<\/strong> and <strong>au revoir<\/strong> to local-sounding phrases such as <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong>, <strong>coucou<\/strong>, <strong>\u00e0 plus<\/strong>, and <strong>bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-basics-how-to-say-hello-in-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Basics: How to Say Hello in French<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you only learn a few French greetings, start with these three: <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>salut<\/strong>, and <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong>. They are simple, common, and useful in everyday situations, but they are not interchangeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonjour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bonjour literally means \u201cgood day\u201d, but in real life it is the standard way to say \u201chello\u201d in <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/languagelearnershub.com\/language\/french\/\" type=\"category\" id=\"8\">French<\/a><\/span>. It is polite, natural, and works in almost every situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> when you walk into a shop, meet someone for the first time, speak to a teacher, greet a colleague, or say hello to a neighbour. It is formal enough for strangers, but still normal with people you know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong> &#8211; Hello!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Sir.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When in doubt, use <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. It is the safest and most respectful choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-salut\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Salut<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Salut means \u201chi\u201d or \u201cbye\u201d, depending on the context. It is much more casual than <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, so it is best used with friends, classmates, close colleagues, or people your own age in relaxed situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You would not normally use <strong>salut<\/strong> when greeting a stranger, a shop assistant, a teacher, an older person you do not know, or someone in a formal setting. In those situations, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut !<\/strong> &#8211; Hi!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut tout le monde !<\/strong> &#8211; Hi everyone!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of <strong>salut<\/strong> as friendly and informal. It is useful, but only when the relationship or situation feels relaxed enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-allo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>All\u00f4<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All\u00f4 is used when answering the phone. It is the French equivalent of saying \u201chello?\u201d when you pick up a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You would not usually say <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong> when walking into a room or greeting someone face to face. It belongs to phone conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All\u00f4 ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All\u00f4, bonjour.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, good morning\/good afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All\u00f4, tu m\u2019entends ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, can you hear me?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, for everyday greetings, use <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. For friends, use <strong>salut<\/strong>. For phone calls, use <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-pronunciation-tips-for-bonjour-salut-and-allo-phonetic-guide\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pronunciation tips for bonjour, salut, and all\u00f4 (phonetic guide)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French greetings are short, but pronunciation matters. A small change in sound can make you sound much more natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour<\/strong> is pronounced roughly like <strong>bohn-zhoor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first part, <strong>bon<\/strong>, uses a nasal sound. You do not fully pronounce the \u201cn\u201d like you would in English. Instead, the sound comes through the nose: <strong>bohn<\/strong>. The second part, <strong>jour<\/strong>, sounds like <strong>zhoor<\/strong>, with a soft \u201czh\u201d sound, like the \u201cs\u201d in <em>measure<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>bohn-zhoor<br><\/strong>Meaning: Hello \/ good day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salut<\/strong> is pronounced roughly like <strong>sa-loo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The final <strong>t<\/strong> is silent, so do not say \u201csa-loot\u201d. Keep it light and smooth: <strong>sa-loo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salut<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>sa-loo<br><\/strong>Meaning: Hi \/ bye<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>All\u00f4<\/strong> is pronounced roughly like <strong>ah-loh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The accent on <strong>\u00f4<\/strong> gives the final sound a rounded \u201coh\u201d. It is normally used when answering the phone, so it often sounds like a questioning \u201chello?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>All\u00f4 ?<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>ah-loh?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Meaning: Hello? \/ Are you there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good rule for French greetings: avoid over-pronouncing the final letters. In <strong>salut<\/strong>, the <strong>t<\/strong> is silent. In <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, the nasal sound in <strong>bon<\/strong> should be soft, not a hard English \u201cbon\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-formal-french-greetings-for-work-strangers-amp-official-settings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Formal French Greetings (For Work, Strangers &amp; Official Settings)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In formal situations, French greetings are usually more polite and structured than in English. Whether you are entering a shop, meeting a colleague, speaking to a receptionist, or introducing yourself in a professional setting, it is better to sound slightly too polite than too casual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonjour-monsieur-madame-mademoiselle\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonjour Monsieur \/ Madame \/ Mademoiselle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The safest formal greeting in French is <strong>bonjour<\/strong> followed by a polite title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Sir<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Madam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Mademoiselle<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Miss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use <strong>Bonjour Monsieur<\/strong> or <strong>Bonjour Madame<\/strong> when speaking to strangers, older people, teachers, clients, managers, shop staff, hotel staff, or anyone in a professional setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame, je peux vous aider ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello Madam, can I help you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur, vous avez une r\u00e9servation ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello Sir, do you have a reservation?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame, enchant\u00e9 de vous rencontrer.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello Madam, nice to meet you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mademoiselle traditionally means \u201cMiss\u201d, but it is used less often today in official and professional contexts. When in doubt, Madame is usually the better choice for an adult woman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonsoir\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong> means \u201cgood evening\u201d. It is used when greeting someone later in the day, usually from the early evening onwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no exact universal time when French speakers switch from <strong>bonjour<\/strong> to <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, but a useful rule is this: use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> during the day and <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> in the evening, especially after work hours or when it is getting dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonsoir Monsieur.<\/strong> &#8211; Good evening, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir Madame.<\/strong> &#8211; Good evening, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir, vous avez r\u00e9serv\u00e9 ?<\/strong> &#8211; Good evening, have you booked?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may hear <strong>bonjour<\/strong> in the late afternoon and <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> in the early evening. If you are unsure, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is still widely understood, but <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> sounds more natural once the evening begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-enchante-enchantee\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enchant\u00e9 \/ Enchant\u00e9e<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enchant\u00e9 means \u201cnice to meet you\u201d or \u201cpleased to meet you\u201d. It is used when you are introduced to someone for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French adjectives often change depending on the speaker. Traditionally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A man says <strong>Enchant\u00e9<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A woman says <strong>Enchant\u00e9e<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pronunciation is the same, but the spelling changes. The extra <strong>e<\/strong> in <strong>enchant\u00e9e<\/strong> is written, not usually heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour, je m\u2019appelle Thomas. Enchant\u00e9.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, my name is Thomas. Nice to meet you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour, je suis Claire. Enchant\u00e9e.<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, I\u2019m Claire. Nice to meet you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enchant\u00e9 de vous rencontrer.<\/strong> &#8211; Pleased to meet you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In formal situations, you can make it more polite by saying <strong>Enchant\u00e9 de vous rencontrer<\/strong>, which means \u201cpleased to meet you\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bienvenue\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bienvenue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bienvenue<\/strong> means \u201cwelcome\u201d. It is used when welcoming someone to a place, event, home, organisation, or group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bienvenue \u00e0 Paris !<\/strong> &#8211; Welcome to Paris!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bienvenue chez nous.<\/strong> &#8211; Welcome to our home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bienvenue dans l\u2019\u00e9quipe.<\/strong> &#8211; Welcome to the team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bienvenue \u00e0 bord.<\/strong> &#8211; Welcome aboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be careful not to use <strong>bienvenue<\/strong> as a normal way to say \u201chello\u201d. It means \u201cwelcome\u201d, not \u201chi\u201d. You would use it when someone arrives somewhere or joins something, not simply when greeting them in the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For formal French, remember this simple pattern: use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> during the day, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> in the evening, add <strong>Monsieur<\/strong> or <strong>Madame<\/strong> when appropriate, and use <strong>enchant\u00e9(e)<\/strong> when meeting someone for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-when-to-use-formal-vs-informal-greetings-context-guide\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to use formal vs informal greetings (context guide)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing between a formal and informal French greeting depends on who you are speaking to, where you are, and how well you know the person. French can be more sensitive to politeness than English, so it is important to match the greeting to the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use a formal greeting when speaking to someone you do not know well, someone older than you, a teacher, a manager, a client, a shop assistant, hotel staff, restaurant staff, or anyone in an official setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Formal greetings include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Sir<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame<\/strong> &#8211; Hello, Madam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir Monsieur \/ Madame<\/strong> &#8211; Good evening, Sir \/ Madam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enchant\u00e9(e)<\/strong> &#8211; Nice to meet you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame, vous allez bien ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hello Madam, are you well?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir Monsieur, vous avez une r\u00e9servation ?<\/strong> &#8211; Good evening Sir, do you have a booking?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enchant\u00e9 de vous rencontrer.<\/strong> &#8211; Pleased to meet you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use an <strong>informal greeting<\/strong> with friends, close colleagues, classmates, family members, or people your own age in relaxed situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Informal greetings include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut<\/strong> &#8211; Hi \/ bye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou<\/strong> &#8211; Hey \/ hi there<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va ?<\/strong> &#8211; How are you? \/ You alright?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yo<\/strong> &#8211; Yo \/ hey, very casual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> &#8211; Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou !<\/strong> &#8211; Hey!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va ?<\/strong> &#8211; You alright?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unsure, start with <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. It is polite, natural, and works almost everywhere. Once the other person responds more casually, you can adjust your tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple rule: use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> with strangers and formal situations, <strong>salut<\/strong> with friends and relaxed situations, and avoid being too casual until you know the relationship allows it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-informal-amp-casual-french-greetings-for-friends-amp-family\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Informal &amp; Casual French Greetings (For Friends &amp; Family)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you move beyond formal French, greetings become much more relaxed. With friends, family, classmates, close colleagues, or people your own age, you will hear phrases that feel warmer, quicker, and more natural than a simple <strong>bonjour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important thing is context. These greetings are useful, but they are not suitable for every situation. Use them with people you know well, not with strangers, teachers, clients, or officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-salut-0\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Salut<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salut<\/strong> is one of the most common informal French greetings. It can mean both <strong>hi<\/strong> and <strong>bye<\/strong>, depending on the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut !<\/strong> means Hi!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bon, salut !<\/strong> means Right, bye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e0 demain !<\/strong> means Bye, see you tomorrow!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of <strong>salut<\/strong> as friendly, casual, and easy to use with people you already know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-coucou\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Coucou<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Coucou<\/strong> is a very informal and affectionate way to say \u201chi\u201d or \u201chello\u201d. It is often used with close friends, family members, partners, or children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Coucou !<\/strong> means Hi there!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hey, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou ma belle !<\/strong> means Hey lovely!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be careful with <strong>coucou<\/strong>. It can sound sweet and natural with someone close to you, but too familiar with a stranger or in a professional setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-quoi-de-neuf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quoi de neuf ?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Quoi de neuf ?<\/strong> means \u201cwhat\u2019s new?\u201d or \u201cwhat\u2019s up?\u201d It is a casual way to start a conversation after saying hello.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut, quoi de neuf ?<\/strong> means Hi, what\u2019s new?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alors, quoi de neuf ?<\/strong> means So, what\u2019s up?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quoi de neuf depuis la derni\u00e8re fois ?<\/strong> means What\u2019s new since last time?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It works well when you already know the person and want to ask what has been happening in their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-ca-roule\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00c7a roule ?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c7a roule ?<\/strong> is a colloquial way to ask \u201chow\u2019s it going?\u201d or \u201call good?\u201d It literally means something like \u201cis it rolling?\u201d, but in conversation it simply means \u201ceverything okay?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a roule ?<\/strong> means Hi, how\u2019s it going?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ouais, \u00e7a roule.<\/strong> means Yeah, all good.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a roule pour toi ?<\/strong> means Is everything good with you?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is relaxed, friendly French. You might hear it between friends, colleagues, or people who speak casually with each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-t-as-le-bonjour-de\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>T\u2019as le bonjour de\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>T\u2019as le bonjour de\u2026<\/strong> does not mean \u201chello\u201d on its own. It is used when passing on someone else\u2019s greeting. In English, it is close to \u201csomeone says hi\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>T\u2019as le bonjour de Marie.<\/strong> means Marie says hi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tu as le bonjour de mon fr\u00e8re.<\/strong> means My brother sends his regards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dis-lui bonjour de ma part.<\/strong> means Say hello to him or her from me.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The informal version is <strong>t\u2019as le bonjour de\u2026<\/strong>, while the more formal version is <strong>vous avez le bonjour de\u2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-hey-yo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hey \/ Yo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French speakers, especially younger people, sometimes borrow English greetings like <strong>hey<\/strong> and <strong>yo<\/strong>. These are very casual and usually used in messages, online chat, or relaxed speech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hey, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hey, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yo, t\u2019es o\u00f9 ?<\/strong> means Yo, where are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hey tout le monde !<\/strong> means Hey everyone!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are not traditional French greetings, but they are part of modern casual speech. Use them only in informal situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-greetings-used-in-text-messages-and-online-chat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Greetings Used in Text Messages and Online Chat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French greetings are often shortened in texts, group chats, and social media messages. They are quicker, more casual, and sometimes less grammatically complete than spoken French.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut !<\/strong> means Hi!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou !<\/strong> means Hey!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cc<\/strong> means short for <strong>coucou<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slt<\/strong> means short for <strong>salut<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va ?<\/strong> means How are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cv ?<\/strong> means short for <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hey !<\/strong> means Hey!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yo !<\/strong> means Yo!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cc, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hey, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slt, tu fais quoi ?<\/strong> means Hi, what are you doing?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cv ?<\/strong> means You okay?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hey, dispo ce soir ?<\/strong> means Hey, free tonight?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These short forms are normal in casual messaging, but avoid them in emails, formal messages, work communication, or when writing to someone you do not know well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For informal French, the safest options are <strong>salut<\/strong> and <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong>. Use <strong>coucou<\/strong> for warmth, <strong>quoi de neuf ?<\/strong> to ask what\u2019s new, and text abbreviations only when the relationship is casual enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-say-goodbye-in-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Say Goodbye in French<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saying goodbye in French is not just about <strong>au revoir<\/strong>. The phrase you choose depends on how formal the situation is, when you expect to see the person again, and whether you are leaving during the day, in the evening, or at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-au-revoir\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Au revoir<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Au revoir<\/strong> is the standard way to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in French. It is polite, neutral, and works in almost every situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use <strong>au revoir<\/strong> with strangers, shop assistants, teachers, colleagues, hotel staff, restaurant staff, or people you know well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Au revoir !<\/strong> means Goodbye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Au revoir Madame.<\/strong> means Goodbye, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Au revoir Monsieur.<\/strong> means Goodbye, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Merci, au revoir !<\/strong> means Thank you, goodbye!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When in doubt, <strong>au revoir<\/strong> is the safest choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-a-bientot\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00c0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong> means \u201csee you soon\u201d. It is useful when you expect, or hope, to see someone again soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c0 bient\u00f4t !<\/strong> means See you soon!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Merci, \u00e0 bient\u00f4t !<\/strong> means Thanks, see you soon!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c0 bient\u00f4t, j\u2019esp\u00e8re.<\/strong> means See you soon, I hope.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use <strong>\u00e0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong> in both friendly and polite situations, especially when leaving a shop, caf\u00e9, class, meeting, or social event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-a-plus-a-plus-tard\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00c0 plus \/ \u00c0 plus tard<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c0 plus tard<\/strong> means \u201csee you later\u201d. The shorter version, <strong>\u00e0 plus<\/strong>, is more casual and very common in everyday French.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c0 plus tard !<\/strong> means See you later!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c0 plus !<\/strong> means Later!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e0 plus !<\/strong> means Bye, later!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bon, \u00e0 plus tard.<\/strong> means Right, see you later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>\u00e0 plus<\/strong> with friends, classmates, close colleagues, or people you speak to casually. In more formal situations, <strong>au revoir<\/strong> or <strong>\u00e0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong> is usually better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonne-journee-bonne-soiree-bonne-nuit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e \/ Bonne soir\u00e9e \/ Bonne nuit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These phrases are used when you want to wish someone well as you leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong> means \u201chave a good day\u201d. Use it during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e !<\/strong> means Have a good day!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Merci, bonne journ\u00e9e.<\/strong> means Thanks, have a good day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong> means \u201chave a good evening\u201d. Use it in the evening when someone is going to continue their evening elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonne soir\u00e9e !<\/strong> means Have a good evening!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Merci, bonne soir\u00e9e \u00e0 vous aussi.<\/strong> means Thanks, have a good evening too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonne nuit<\/strong> means \u201cgood night\u201d. Use it when someone is going to bed or when the night is ending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonne nuit !<\/strong> means Good night!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dors bien, bonne nuit.<\/strong> means Sleep well, good night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common mistake is using <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> too early in the evening. If someone is leaving a restaurant at 7pm or heading out for the evening, say <strong>bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong>, not <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong>. Use <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> when someone is actually going to sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-ciao\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ciao<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ciao<\/strong> comes from Italian, but it is widely used in France in casual situations. It means \u201cbye\u201d and sounds relaxed, friendly, and informal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ciao !<\/strong> means Bye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allez, ciao !<\/strong> means Right, bye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ciao, \u00e0 demain !<\/strong> means Bye, see you tomorrow!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>ciao<\/strong> with friends, peers, or people you know well. Avoid it in formal settings unless the other person uses it first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-salut-1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Salut<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like <strong>salut<\/strong> can mean \u201chi\u201d, it can also mean \u201cbye\u201d. The meaning depends on the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut !<\/strong> means Hi!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bon, salut !<\/strong> means Right, bye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e0 demain !<\/strong> means Bye, see you tomorrow!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e0 plus !<\/strong> means Bye, later!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>salut<\/strong> as a goodbye with friends, family, classmates, and close colleagues. For strangers or formal situations, use <strong>au revoir<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most situations, remember this simple guide: use <strong>au revoir<\/strong> as your standard goodbye, <strong>\u00e0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong> when you expect to see someone again, <strong>\u00e0 plus<\/strong> with friends, <strong>bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong> during the day, <strong>bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong> in the evening, and <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> only when someone is going to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-time-based-french-greetings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Time-Based French Greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French greetings often change depending on the time of day. In English, you might say \u201chello\u201d at almost any time, but in French, it is useful to know when to use <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, and <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>French phrase<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Meaning<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>When to use it<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Example<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/td><td>Hello \/ good day<\/td><td>During the day, from morning to late afternoon<\/td><td><strong>Bonjour, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hello, how are you?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong><\/td><td>Good evening<\/td><td>In the evening, especially after work hours or when it starts to feel like evening<\/td><td><strong>Bonsoir Madame.<\/strong> means Good evening, Madam.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonne nuit<\/strong><\/td><td>Good night<\/td><td>When someone is going to bed or the night is ending<\/td><td><strong>Bonne nuit, dors bien.<\/strong> means Good night, sleep well.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonjour-0\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bonjour is the standard greeting during the day. You can use it in the morning, at lunchtime, and throughout the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong> means Hello!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur.<\/strong> means Hello, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour, vous allez bien ?<\/strong> means Hello, are you well?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is polite, safe, and suitable for both formal and informal situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonsoir-0\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bonsoir means \u201cgood evening\u201d. Use it when greeting someone later in the day, especially once the working day is ending or the evening has begun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonsoir !<\/strong> means Good evening!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir, vous avez r\u00e9serv\u00e9 ?<\/strong> means Good evening, have you booked?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir tout le monde.<\/strong> means Good evening everyone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike <strong>bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong>, which is used when saying goodbye, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> is usually used when greeting someone in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-bonne-nuit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bonne nuit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bonne nuit means \u201cgood night\u201d, but it is not a normal evening greeting. Use it when someone is going to sleep or when you are saying goodbye at the very end of the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonne nuit !<\/strong> means Good night!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonne nuit, \u00e0 demain.<\/strong> means Good night, see you tomorrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dors bien, bonne nuit.<\/strong> means Sleep well, good night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common mistake is using <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> too early. If someone is leaving at 7pm or going out for dinner, say <strong>bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong>, not <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-about-bon-matin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What About Bon Matin?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bon matin<\/strong> literally means \u201cgood morning\u201d, but it is rarely used by native speakers in France. In most everyday situations, French speakers simply say <strong>bonjour<\/strong> in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So instead of saying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bon matin !<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some French-speaking regions, especially in Canada, you may hear <strong>bon matin<\/strong> more often. But if you are learning standard French for France, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is the natural choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-bonsoir-cutover-when-do-french-people-switch-from-bonjour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Bonsoir Cutover: When Do French People Switch From Bonjour?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no exact official time when French speakers switch from <strong>bonjour<\/strong> to <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>. It depends on the person, the season, the setting, and the atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a general guide, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is used during the day, while <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> starts to feel natural in the early evening, often around 5pm or 6pm. In winter, people may switch earlier because it gets dark sooner. In summer, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> may still sound normal later in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple rule:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> until the day starts to feel like evening. Use <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> once you are clearly in evening mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At 10am: <strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At 2pm: <strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At 5pm: <strong>Bonjour<\/strong> or <strong>Bonsoir<\/strong>, depending on the setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At 7pm: <strong>Bonsoir<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before bed: <strong>Bonne nuit<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unsure, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is usually still acceptable in the late afternoon. But once you are entering a restaurant, hotel, event, or evening gathering, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> will often sound more natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-french-greetings-with-a-question-how-are-you\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">French Greetings With a Question (How Are You?)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many French greetings are followed by a quick \u201chow are you?\u201d question. This is where French can feel very different from textbook learning, because phrases like <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong> are often used quickly, casually, and sometimes without expecting a detailed answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-comment-allez-vous\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Comment allez-vous ?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Comment allez-vous ?<\/strong> means \u201chow are you?\u201d It is the formal version, so use it with strangers, older people, teachers, clients, managers, or anyone in a polite setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame, comment allez-vous ?<\/strong> means Hello Madam, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur, comment allez-vous ?<\/strong> means Hello Sir, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enchant\u00e9 de vous rencontrer. Comment allez-vous ?<\/strong> means Nice to meet you. How are you?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple reply is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Je vais bien, merci. Et vous ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This means \u201cI\u2019m well, thank you. And you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-comment-ca-va-ca-va\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Comment \u00e7a va ? \/ \u00c7a va ?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Comment \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means \u201chow\u2019s it going?\u201d or \u201chow are you?\u201d It is more relaxed than <strong>comment allez-vous ?<\/strong>, but still very common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shorter version, <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong>, is even more casual and is used all the time between friends, classmates, family members, and close colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut, comment \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, you okay?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coucou, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hey, how are you?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can answer with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va.<\/strong> means I\u2019m okay \/ it\u2019s going fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va bien.<\/strong> means I\u2019m good.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va tr\u00e8s bien.<\/strong> means I\u2019m very well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pas mal.<\/strong> means Not bad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bof.<\/strong> means So-so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-ca-va-bien-merci\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci<\/strong> is a standard and polite reply to <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong> or <strong>comment \u00e7a va ?<\/strong>. It means \u201cI\u2019m well, thank you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci.<\/strong> means I\u2019m well, thank you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oui, \u00e7a va bien, merci.<\/strong> means Yes, I\u2019m well, thank you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci. Et toi ?<\/strong> means I\u2019m well, thank you. And you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci. Et vous ?<\/strong> means I\u2019m well, thank you. And you?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a safe answer if you want to sound polite and natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-et-vous-et-toi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Et vous \/ Et toi ?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Et vous ?<\/strong> and <strong>et toi ?<\/strong> both mean \u201cand you?\u201d, but they are used in different situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>et vous ?<\/strong> in formal or polite situations. Use it with strangers, older people, teachers, managers, clients, or anyone you would address with <strong>vous<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Je vais bien, merci. Et vous ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This means \u201cI\u2019m well, thank you. And you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>et toi ?<\/strong> in informal situations. Use it with friends, family, classmates, close colleagues, or anyone you would address with <strong>tu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci. Et toi ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This means \u201cI\u2019m good, thanks. And you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple rule: <strong>vous<\/strong> is formal or plural, while <strong>toi<\/strong> is informal and singular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-ca-va-really-means-in-practice\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What \u201c\u00c7a Va\u201d Really Means in Practice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In textbooks, <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong> is often translated as \u201chow are you?\u201d But in real French, it can mean several things depending on tone, context, and body language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can mean:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How are you?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are you okay?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Everything alright?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is it going well?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You good?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is also used as both the question and the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00c7a va ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>\u00c7a va.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This can sound strange in English because it literally looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHow\u2019s it going?\u201d<br>\u201cIt\u2019s going.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But in French, this is completely normal. The first <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong> is the question. The second <strong>\u00e7a va<\/strong> is the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In casual speech, French speakers may say it very quickly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>Oui, \u00e7a va, et toi ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHi, you okay?\u201d<br>\u201cYeah, I\u2019m good, and you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the time, <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong> is not an invitation to give a long personal update. It is often a quick, friendly check-in. If you are speaking to someone casually, a short answer like <strong>\u00e7a va, merci<\/strong> or <strong>oui, \u00e7a va<\/strong> is usually enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-cultural-side-of-french-greetings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Cultural Side of French Greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French greetings are not only about words. Body language, politeness, and small social habits matter too. In France, how you greet someone can shape the tone of the whole conversation, especially if you are speaking to someone for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-la-bise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>La Bise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cia-france.com\/blog\/culture-french-traditions\/la-bise-in-france\">La bise<\/a><\/span><\/strong> is the French cheek-kiss greeting. It is usually done by lightly touching cheeks and making a small kissing sound in the air. It is common between friends, family members, and sometimes colleagues, depending on the relationship and the setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The number of kisses can vary by region, family, age group, and social circle. In many places, two kisses are common, but you may also see one, three, or even four in some regions. This is one reason la bise can feel confusing for learners and visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The safest approach is simple: do not rush in first. Let the French person lead. If they lean in for la bise, follow their rhythm. If they offer a handshake instead, shake hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples of when la bise may be appropriate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Greeting close friends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeing family members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meeting friends of friends in a casual setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saying hello or goodbye at a relaxed social event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid la bise in very formal settings, with strangers, or in professional situations unless the other person clearly initiates it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-handshake-in-professional-settings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Handshake in Professional Settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In work, business, and formal situations, a handshake is much safer than la bise. French handshakes are often brief, polite, and not too forceful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might shake hands when meeting a client, attending a meeting, greeting a manager, introducing yourself to a colleague, or meeting someone in an official setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Useful phrases include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour, enchant\u00e9.<\/strong> means Hello, nice to meet you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour, enchant\u00e9e.<\/strong> means Hello, nice to meet you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ravi de vous rencontrer.<\/strong> means Pleased to meet you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur.<\/strong> means Hello, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame.<\/strong> means Hello, Madam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In professional French, it is usually better to be slightly too formal at first. You can become more relaxed once the other person sets the tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-always-greet-shopkeepers-when-entering-a-shop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Always Greet Shopkeepers When Entering a Shop<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most important cultural rules in France is to greet people when you enter a small shop, bakery, caf\u00e9, restaurant, waiting room, or reception area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In English-speaking countries, you might walk into a shop and start browsing without saying anything. In France, this can seem rude. A simple <strong>bonjour<\/strong> makes the interaction much more polite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour.<\/strong> means Hello.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame.<\/strong> means Hello, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur.<\/strong> means Hello, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir.<\/strong> means Good evening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you leave, it is also polite to say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Merci, au revoir.<\/strong> means Thank you, goodbye.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e.<\/strong> means Have a good day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonne soir\u00e9e.<\/strong> means Have a good evening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This small habit can make a big difference. Even if your French is limited, greeting people properly shows respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-common-mistakes-tourists-make-with-french-greetings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Mistakes Tourists Make With French Greetings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One common mistake is using <strong>salut<\/strong> with everyone. <strong>Salut<\/strong> is friendly, but it is too casual for strangers, shopkeepers, hotel staff, or older people you do not know. Use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another mistake is not greeting people at all. In France, starting with a request before saying <strong>bonjour<\/strong> can sound abrupt. Instead of saying <strong>Un caf\u00e9, s\u2019il vous pla\u00eet<\/strong>, say <strong>Bonjour, un caf\u00e9, s\u2019il vous pla\u00eet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tourists also sometimes use <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> too early in the evening. Remember, <strong>bonne nuit<\/strong> is for bedtime. If someone is leaving in the evening, say <strong>bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another mistake is using <strong>tu<\/strong> too quickly. In formal situations, <strong>vous<\/strong> is safer. Wait until the other person uses <strong>tu<\/strong> or invites you to be more informal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, many visitors feel awkward about la bise. That is normal. The best rule is to pause, smile, and let the other person lead. If in doubt, a polite <strong>bonjour<\/strong> and a handshake will usually be fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-regional-and-french-speaking-world-variations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regional and French-Speaking World Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French is spoken across many countries, and greetings can change depending on where you are. The core phrases, such as <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, <strong>salut<\/strong>, and <strong>au revoir<\/strong>, are widely understood, but local habits, accents, and levels of formality can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-quebec-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quebec French<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Quebec, greetings can feel a little different from the French you might hear in France. <strong>Bonjour<\/strong> and <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> are still common, but you may also hear <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong> used more broadly in everyday speech, not only on the phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In shops and caf\u00e9s, especially in bilingual areas, you may hear <strong>Bonjour-Hi<\/strong>. This is a practical greeting used when the speaker does not know whether the customer prefers French or English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong> means Hello!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All\u00f4 !<\/strong> means Hello!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir !<\/strong> means Good evening!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour-Hi !<\/strong> means Hello, in French and English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are in Quebec and want to be polite, starting with <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is always a good choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-belgian-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Belgian French<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Belgian French is very close to the French spoken in France, so greetings like <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, <strong>salut<\/strong>, and <strong>au revoir<\/strong> all work normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The difference is often more about tone and register than completely different words. Belgian speakers may sound slightly softer or more direct depending on the region and context, but the same basic politeness rules apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour, vous allez bien ?<\/strong> means Hello, are you well?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir, \u00e0 demain.<\/strong> means Good evening, see you tomorrow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As in France, use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> with strangers and <strong>salut<\/strong> with people you know well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-swiss-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Swiss French<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swiss French is also very similar to standard French when it comes to greetings. You can use <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, <strong>salut<\/strong>, <strong>au revoir<\/strong>, and <strong>bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong> in the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main differences are usually pronunciation, rhythm, and some local vocabulary rather than the greetings themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame.<\/strong> means Hello, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e !<\/strong> means Have a good day!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are visiting French-speaking Switzerland, polite standard French will be understood and appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-african-francophone-countries\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>African Francophone Countries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">French is spoken across many African countries, including <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/news\/world-africa-14093674\">Senegal<\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/achpr.au.int\/en\/member-states\/cote-divoire\">Ivory Coast<\/a><\/span>, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Benin, Mali, Niger, and others. In many places, French sits alongside local languages, so greetings may combine French with local cultural habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may hear standard French greetings such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour<\/strong> means Hello<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong> means Good evening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut<\/strong> means Hi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comment \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means How are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00c7a va bien ?<\/strong> means Are you well?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong> means Have a good day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some countries, greetings may be longer and more socially important than in France. People may ask about your health, your family, your work, or your day before moving into the main conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour, \u00e7a va ? Et la famille ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This means \u201cHello, how are you? And the family?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This does not mean every conversation will be long, but it shows how greetings can be more relationship-focused in some Francophone cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-best-rule-for-learners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Best Rule for Learners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wherever you are in the French-speaking world, <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is the safest starting point. It is polite, widely understood, and works in most situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you spend more time in a particular country or region, listen to how local people greet each other. That will help you adjust naturally without sounding too formal, too casual, or too textbook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-quick-reference-table-of-french-greetings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick-Reference Table of French Greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this table as a quick guide when choosing the right French greeting. Some phrases are safe in almost any situation, while others are best saved for friends, messages, or specific times of day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/languagelearnershub.com\/blog\/powerful-french-phrases\/\">French phrase<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pronunciation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>English meaning<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Context<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time of day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonjour<\/strong><\/td><td>bohn-zhoor<\/td><td>Hello \/ good day<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Morning to late afternoon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonjour Monsieur<\/strong><\/td><td>bohn-zhoor muh-syuh<\/td><td>Hello, Sir<\/td><td>Formal<\/td><td>Morning to late afternoon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonjour Madame<\/strong><\/td><td>bohn-zhoor mah-dam<\/td><td>Hello, Madam<\/td><td>Formal<\/td><td>Morning to late afternoon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Salut<\/strong><\/td><td>sa-loo<\/td><td>Hi \/ bye<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Coucou<\/strong><\/td><td>koo-koo<\/td><td>Hey \/ hi there<\/td><td>Very informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>All\u00f4<\/strong><\/td><td>ah-loh<\/td><td>Hello?<\/td><td>Phone calls<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonsoir<\/strong><\/td><td>bohn-swahr<\/td><td>Good evening<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Evening<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonne nuit<\/strong><\/td><td>bun nwee<\/td><td>Good night<\/td><td>Informal or close settings<\/td><td>Bedtime \/ end of night<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Comment allez-vous ?<\/strong><\/td><td>koh-mahn tah-lay voo<\/td><td>How are you?<\/td><td>Formal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Comment \u00e7a va ?<\/strong><\/td><td>koh-mahn sah vah<\/td><td>How\u2019s it going?<\/td><td>Informal or neutral<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u00c7a va ?<\/strong><\/td><td>sah vah<\/td><td>You okay? \/ how are you?<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quoi de neuf ?<\/strong><\/td><td>kwah duh neuf<\/td><td>What\u2019s new?<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u00c7a roule ?<\/strong><\/td><td>sah rool<\/td><td>All good? \/ how\u2019s it going?<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Enchant\u00e9(e)<\/strong><\/td><td>ahn-shahn-tay<\/td><td>Nice to meet you<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>First meeting<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bienvenue<\/strong><\/td><td>byan-vuh-noo<\/td><td>Welcome<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>When someone arrives<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Au revoir<\/strong><\/td><td>oh ruh-vwahr<\/td><td>Goodbye<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u00c0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong><\/td><td>ah byan-toh<\/td><td>See you soon<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u00c0 plus tard<\/strong><\/td><td>ah ploos tar<\/td><td>See you later<\/td><td>Informal or neutral<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u00c0 plus<\/strong><\/td><td>ah ploos<\/td><td>Later<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong><\/td><td>bun zhoor-nay<\/td><td>Have a good day<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Daytime<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonne soir\u00e9e<\/strong><\/td><td>bun swah-ray<\/td><td>Have a good evening<\/td><td>Formal and informal<\/td><td>Evening<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ciao<\/strong><\/td><td>chow<\/td><td>Bye<\/td><td>Informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hey<\/strong><\/td><td>hey<\/td><td>Hey<\/td><td>Very informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Yo<\/strong><\/td><td>yo<\/td><td>Yo \/ hey<\/td><td>Very informal<\/td><td>Any time<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most learners, the most useful phrases are <strong>bonjour<\/strong>, <strong>salut<\/strong>, <strong>bonsoir<\/strong>, <strong>au revoir<\/strong>, <strong>\u00e0 bient\u00f4t<\/strong>, <strong>bonne journ\u00e9e<\/strong>, and <strong>\u00e7a va ?<\/strong>. These cover the majority of everyday greetings and goodbyes in French.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-french-greetings-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">French Greetings FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-the-most-common-french-greeting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the most common French greeting?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common French greeting is <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. It means \u201chello\u201d or \u201cgood day\u201d and works in almost every situation, from speaking to a friend to entering a shop or meeting someone formally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you only remember one French greeting, make it <strong>bonjour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-is-bonjour-formal-or-informal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is bonjour formal or informal?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour<\/strong> can be both formal and informal. That is why it is such a useful greeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can say <strong>bonjour<\/strong> to a stranger, teacher, colleague, shopkeeper, neighbour, friend, or family member. In formal situations, you can make it more polite by adding <strong>Monsieur<\/strong> or <strong>Madame<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour Monsieur.<\/strong> means Hello, Sir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour Madame.<\/strong> means Hello, Madam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonjour, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hello, how are you?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-do-you-respond-to-bonjour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do you respond to bonjour?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The simplest response to <strong>bonjour<\/strong> is <strong>bonjour<\/strong>. If it is evening, you can respond with <strong>bonsoir<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>Bonjour !<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bonsoir !<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>Bonsoir !<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the person adds a question, you can answer politely:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bonjour, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>\u00c7a va bien, merci. Et vous ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHello, how are you?\u201d<br>\u201cI\u2019m well, thank you. And you?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-does-salut-mean-in-french\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What does salut mean in French?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salut<\/strong> means both \u201chi\u201d and \u201cbye\u201d in French. It is casual, so use it with friends, family, classmates, close colleagues, or people you know well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salut !<\/strong> means Hi!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e7a va ?<\/strong> means Hi, how are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bon, salut !<\/strong> means Right, bye!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salut, \u00e0 demain !<\/strong> means Bye, see you tomorrow!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid using <strong>salut<\/strong> with strangers, shopkeepers, teachers, clients, or in formal situations. Use <strong>bonjour<\/strong> or <strong>au revoir<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-do-you-say-hello-in-french-on-the-phone\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do you say hello in French on the phone?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To say hello on the phone in French, use <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong>. It is the French equivalent of saying \u201chello?\u201d when answering a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All\u00f4 ?<\/strong> means Hello?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All\u00f4, bonjour.<\/strong> means Hello, good morning or good afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All\u00f4, tu m\u2019entends ?<\/strong> means Hello, can you hear me?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>all\u00f4<\/strong> for phone calls, not for greeting someone face to face. 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