French, a Romance language, has significantly influenced English and global culture. Here are some common French words and phrases:
- Bonjour: This term means “hello” or “good day.” The similar word bonsoir, which is also frequently understood in the English-speaking world, means “good evening.”
- Merci: This is the French word for “thank you.”
- S’il vous plaît / S’il te plaît: Meaning “please,” the first is formal, and the second is informal.
- Au revoir: This phrase means “goodbye.”
- Idée fixe: Translating to “fixed idea,” this phrase refers to an obsession.