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Old Aug 10, 2011 | 4:34 pm
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PWMFlyer19
 
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Originally Posted by jud974
Bonjour, i am french i don't speak a good english but don't forget that many many french people don't speak english. And there are 3 magics words "bonjour" "merci" "aurevoir" and we will open our door to you and help you as possible

Bienvenue en France and enjoy your stay

Jud974
This is true. Just pick up a Rick Steves French Phrasebook (http://www.amazon.com/Rick-Steves-Fr.../dp/1598801864), memorize the basics on the flight/train over. All you need is bonjour, bonsoir, Parlez-vous anglais, Oui, non, Merci beaucoup, au reviour and I find desole (I'm sorry) works well. Such as:

Bonjour. Desole. Parlez-vous anglais ?
Good day. I'm sorry. Do you speak English ?

The French (and rightly so in my book) don't like it when you assume they speak English.

Have a great trip. Cheers.
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