Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
how much is this
polite
c'est combien ?
c'est combien?
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
too expensive
safe
c'est trop cher
c'est trop cher
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
can you help me
polite
pouvez-vous m'aider ?
pouvez-vous m'aider?
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
i don't understand
safe
je ne comprends pas
je ne comprends pas
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
do you speak english
polite
parlez-vous anglais ?
parlez-vous anglais?
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
where is the station
polite
où est la gare ?
où est la gare?
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
can i pay by card
polite
puis-je payer par carte ?
puis-je payer par carte?
Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.