Learning to express oneself in French
Being able to express yourself in French from day one is very important because it will give you the confidence you need to communicate with others: ask questions, answer questions, exchange phone numbers without feeling stuck. Understanding French sounds and knowing how to differentiate between them is a fundamental step in speaking and reading correctly like a native speaker.
Mastering the basics of French will allow you to speak French simply while already having a lot of fun. And that's essential for your motivation. ‘I'm a beginner, but I already know how to express myself in French, and that's great!’
Useful expressions in French
Here are some French expressions that will allow you to communicate confidently with the person you are talking to :
1.Qu'est-ce que c'est? What is it?
A French expression that is useful for communicating in class or in everyday life, especially when you are just starting out. Knowing how to ask this question allows you to connect with the person you are talking to and let them know that you are interested in what they are saying, that you know how to express yourself, and that you would like more explanation.
2. Comment ça s'écrit? How do you spell it?
To make sure you understand a French word, you can use this useful question.
3. Je m'appelle... My name is...
To introduce yourself, it is important to be able to say your first name.
4. Vous pouvez répéter s’il vous plaît ? Can you repeat please?
This expression will be very useful in helping you to better understand what the other person is saying without feeling stuck.
5. Je ne comprends pas. I don't understand.
Knowing how to tell the person you are talking to that you don't understand is essential for maintaining a balanced conversation.
6. Comment on dit en français…..? How do you say in French...?
When you're a beginner, it's difficult to have the vocabulary in your head to express yourself easily. Being able to ask your conversation partner for help can help you break the ice.
7. Qu’est-ce que ça veut dire……..? What does that mean...?
To better understand the person you are talking to, there is nothing more helpful than being able to ask the meaning of a word. That's how you learn.
