Chapter 33: Le Voyage Culturel

France is not just Paris. Let's explore the Hexagon and learn essential travel etiquette.

La Politesse (Etiquette)

  • Always say "Bonjour" when entering a shop.
  • Coffee is drunk sitting down, not to-go.
  • Keep your hands on the table, not in your lap.
  • Use "Vous" with strangers. Always.

Cultural Tip

"La Bise" (The cheek kiss) is the standard greeting for friends. The number of kisses varies by region!

Dialogue: À la Gare

Asking for information politely.

T
Tourist

Bonjour Monsieur. Excusez-moi, je cherche le train pour Lyon.

(Hello Sir. Excuse me, I am looking for the train to Lyon.)

Bonjour. Il part du quai numéro 4 dans dix minutes.

(Hello. It leaves from platform number 4 in ten minutes.)
A
Agent
T
Tourist

Merci beaucoup, Monsieur. Au revoir !

(Thank you very much, Sir. Goodbye!)

Les Grandes Villes (Major Cities)

Paris

Marseille

Lyon

Bordeaux

Travel Essentials

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