French Culture
Often considered the proper form of greeting, shaking hands, some native French people also greet one another in which way?
Friends may greet eachother by lightly kissing on the cheeks, once on the left cheek and once on the right cheek.
When entering shops in France what are you expected to do?
Say 'bonjour' or 'bonsoir' when entering a shop.
How do you say "A / AN" in French? (such as "a friend or an apple)
Un, and Une
Cest le premier mars.
It is the first of March.
What is the French term for 'January'?
Janvier
If eating out you are not allowed to eat until who says what?
The server or host / hostess says 'bon appetit'
How do you say "the" in French?
Le, La or Les
What is the French term for 'I don't know...'?
Je ne sais pas.
Some older French retain old style prohibitions against receiving red carnations. Why?
Flowers/red carnations because they symbolize ill wishes.
I like to eat.
J'aime manger.
What is the French term for 'See you soon'?
A bientot
If invited to a French house hold for dinner you should...?
Arrive on time and ALWAYS dress well.
What French pronoun means 'You all'?
Vous
I do not like cats.
Je n'aime pas les chats. (ou Je deteste les chats).
What is the French term for 'Please'?
S'il te plait
or S'il vous plait