The French Video Phrasebook
by Memrise
- "we have to take a plane to Japan tonight"
- "the flight is delayed"
- "we're going to the mountain"
- "it's a long journey"
- "have a good flight"
- "mind the gap"
- "don't leave your bags unattended"
- "how was your holiday?"
- "why did you go to Europe?"
- "... because it's such an interesting place"
- "what was your best experience? "
- "we really liked parachuting"
- "the Indian restaurant was definitely the best one"
- "he was a little disappointed"
- "suddenly I got very scared"
- "I got so scared I dropped my ice cream"
- "I didn't bring my toothbrush"
- "we went to a nice hotel by the sea"
- "which city should we visit?"
- "you have to have a ticket and a visa"
- "you have to show your passport in the airport"
- "we have to take a taxi"
- "my luggage is too heavy"
- "you have to turn left (plural / formal)"
- "I have to go to the bakery"
- "where is the station?"
- "where is the nearest hospital?"
- "do you know the way to go to the Louvre? (plural / formal)"
- "I don't know it at all"
- "I'm not from here"
- "turn right (plural / formal)"
- "continue straight on (plural / formal)"
- "is it far?"
- "maybe"
- "no idea"
- "it's ten minutes away by bus"
- "you have to exit at Saint-Lazare station (plural / formal)"
- "you have to get out at the stop Saint-Ambroise (plural / formal)"
- "cross the road (plural / formal)"
- "it's on your right (plural / formal)"
- "it's on your left (plural / formal)"
- "how many stops away is it?"
- "it's this way"
- "it's that way"
- "ask someone (plural / formal)"
- "you have to go under the bridge (plural / formal)"
- "it's in front of you (plural / formal)"
- "it's next to the pharmacy"
- "it's at the end of the street"
- "it's behind the church"
- "it's a shortcut"
- "are you kidding me, or what?"
- "I need to save money"
- "it's payday!"
- "it is your turn to do the groceries"
- "you've forgotten the milk again!"
- "so that means I'll have to do it myself"
- "I need new clothes"
- "I love your clothes (casual)"
- "I look like a mess"
- "she spent a fortune"
- "it costs too much"
- "honestly!"
- "honestly, have you seen the price?!"
- "it's the price to pay"
- "I can't afford it"
- "go try it on!"
- "it's too big"
- "it doesn't suit me"
- "it's not my size"
- "do you want a size up?"
- "can I pay by credit card?"
- "you can pay cash"
- "proceed to checkout"
- "next!"
- "the customer is always right"
- "I always get ripped off"
- "what a rip-off!"
- "it's junk (jewelry)"
- "how much do I owe you? (formal)"
- "if I were rich ..."
- "I try to get by like"
- "like everyone else"
- "we waited for two weeks"
- "we already asked him that question"
- "I studied in Japan for two months"
- "we ordered four starters"
- "they lived in China for eight years"
- "I loved him"
- "I loved cakes and chocolate too much"
- "who ate my cake?"
- "he spoke English well"
- "we took a taxi"
- "I wrote a book two years ago"
- "they had dinner in the French restaurant last night"
- "they didn't have dinner with us"
- "they made a big cake for you last year"
- "we slept on the train because we had no money for a hotel"
- "my grandpa always went for a run in the morning"
- "I saw her in the library yesterday"
- "what's the point?"
- "what's the plan?"
- "to make sense"
- "does that make sense?"
- "that made no sense"
- "what are you thinking about?"
- "have you lost your mind?"
- "we're looking forward to seeing you"
- "we're looking forward to meeting you"
- "this was a total success!"
- "I'm at the end of my tether!"
- "I really messed up!"
- "everything is under control"
- "it was out of control"
- "there's no need"
- "I have no words"
- "that's just the way it is"
- "or else ..."
- "who else?"
- "I love someone else"
- "it's a piece of cake"
- "I was over the moon"
- "seriously?"
- "oh dear!"
- "unbelievable!"
- "what’s the next step?"
- "in what way?"
- "it isn't that simple"
- "how hard can it be?"
- "that's none of your concern"
- "the blunder"
- "I really put my foot in it"
- "the die is cast"
- "the world is my oyster"
- "the grain of salt"
- "I have thrown in my two cents"
- "a penny saved is a penny earned"
- "cat got your tongue?"
- "the cat is out of the bag"
- "it's raining cats and dogs"
- "sticks and stones ..."
- "when in Rome, do as the Romans do"
- "Rome wasn't built in a day"
- "the apple never falls far from the tree"
- "there is no smoke without a fire"
- "tell me about your family"
- "we usually go abroad in winter"
- "she had a pretty good career five years ago"
- "my parents will retire in about three years"
- "my grandparents still go skiing"
- "we still play badminton together on Wednesdays"
- "who is this boy?"
- "my brother studies at university"
- "my daughter goes to kindergarten"
- "who was the first president of the United States?"
- "the first president of the United States was ..."
- "is there a king in the United States?"
- "there is no king or queen in the United States"
- "I met with the Minister to ask him"
- "the government doesn't have a lot of power"
- "the Socialist Party is pretty big"
- "the President is an excellent leader"
- "be careful!"
- "I got lost!"
- "again? / still?"
- "already?"
- "it was very late"
- "I couldn't find my way back"
- "I got the platform wrong"
- "and so I took the wrong train"
- "I missed the last metro"
- "for fuck's sake!"
- "I was stuck in a in traffic jam"
- "it's at that moment that he called me"
- "how much were you short of?"
- "I was 3 euros short"
- "are you scared?"
- "how does one get to ...?"
- "I'm looking for the information centre"
- "I have to get to ..."
- "what time is the next train to ...?"
- "I got in a muddle with the schedules"
- "what did she say?"
- "I didn't understand the announcement"
- "how long will it take?"
- "I'm not sure (said by a man)"
- "did you have a good journey?"
- "when are we getting there?"
- "it's going to take ages again!"
- "where?"
- "do we know each other? (informal)"
- "who?"
- "when?"
- "I'm English (said by a man)"
- "I'm English (said by a woman)"
- "are you French? (said to a man)"
- "are you French? (said to a woman)"
- "where do you live?"
- "I live in France"
- "so"
- "where do you come from?"
- "I come from Paris"
- "by the way..."
- "there are a lot of tourists"
- "what are you doing?"
- "what do you do for a living?"
- "I study at university"
- "I'm a teacher"
- "I work as a dancer"
- "do you like it?"
- "I have a cat"
- "do you have a dog?"
- "do you feel like having a drink?"
- "it's me!"
- "it's my treat"
- "I would love to"
- "are you married? (speaking to a man)"
- "I am single"
- "when is the next election?"
- "the next election is in two years"
- "do you think the President is reliable?"
- "I think polls are often unreliable"
- "I suggest lowering taxes"
- "religion is an important topic"
- "debates about the economy make the Republicans nervous"
- "this year the Socialist Party will get better results"
- "that was a wise choice"
- "it was the natural choice"
- "that was my first choice as well"
- "that’s value for money"
- "these are tough times"
- "are you following?"
- "this is a matter of opinion"
- "to the best of my ability"
- "at any cost"
- "it's above you"
- "he's ahead of the game"
- "she's always ahead of me"
- "for the good of everyone"
- "it takes two to tango"
- "easy comes, easy goes"
- "what comes around goes around"
- "ignorance is bliss"
- "great minds think alike"
- "experience is the best teacher"
- "nothing ventured, nothing gained"
- "don't beat around the bush"
- "much ado about nothing"
- "there is always hope"
- "you can count on me"
- "don't get your hopes up"
- "we're in deep trouble"
- "one must think positive thoughts"
- "hang in there"
- "let's hope for clear skies"
- "that's water under the bridge now"
- "how much does a double room cost?"
- "I have a reservation in the name ..."
- "breakfast isn't included"
- "is there a balcony?"
- "can I borrow an adaptor?"
- "can I have an extra pillow?"
- "I need another towel"
- "it's on the first floor"
- "from what time?"
- "what time will the room be free from?"
- "you have to leave the room at ten a.m. (formal)"
- "can I leave my luggage at the reception?"
- "I have a small issue"
- "the room is not clean"
- "the shower is broken"
- "it's hot (weather / temperature)"
- "it's too cold in the room"
- "what did you touch?"
- "I've got nothing to do with it!"
- "there's too much noise"
- "can I have another room?"
- "I see!"
- "stop complaining! (casual)"
- "we are sincerely sorry (formal)"
- "make yourself at home (formal)"
- "you snore really loudly! (informal)"
- "can I have breakfast in bed?"
- "let's not get carried away!"
- "as long as you know what you're doing"
- "don’t make a scene"
- "I'm going to hit the hay"
- "you hit the nail on the head"
- "it costs an arm and a leg"
- "I had to bite my tongue"
- "you have crossed the line"
- "don't move an inch"
- "I'll be the judge of that"
- "she isn't the sharpest tool in the box"
- "awesome!"
- "that sucks!"
- "I suppose ... / I guess ..."
- "wait a minute"
- "stuff like that"
- "doesn't matter ..."
- "thank God!"
- "merry Christmas!"
- "happy New Year!"
- "the man of my dreams"
- "the woman of my dreams"
- "you're everything to me"
- "why did you fall in love?"
- "... because she's the woman of my dreams"
- "what's the man of your dreams like?"
- "the man of my dreams is brave and gentle"
- "they got engaged after three weeks"
- "my parents are divorced"
- "we broke up"
- "there are plenty more fish in the sea"
- "I invite you to my place (plural)"
- "guys, what should we do Saturday night? (informal)"
- "are you up for a barbecue? (plural)"
- "I don't fancy doing anything"
- "the more, the merrier"
- "listen..."
- "have you heard from her/him?"
- "it's Jules's birthday"
- "we bumped into each other the other day"
- "we have to celebrate this!"
- "will you be there at Myriam's party?"
- "who will be there?"
- "who cares!"
- "we will be six in total"
- "it'll be good!"
- "I feel like the neighbours are gonna complain again"
- "as usual"
- "it's a pain in the arse!"
- "I want to dance all night!"
- "she doesn't have good rhythm!"
- "he is completely drunk"
- "can't take you anywhere!"
- "you're silly!"
- "I'm hungover"
- "I can't come"
- "I'm keen! (said by a man)"
- "we need to catch up / we need to see each other"
- "tell me everything"
- "what a good surprise!"
- "where do we meet?"
- "at what time do we meet?"
- "come by mine first"
- "I'll be there in five"
- "you're always late!"
- "you'd better not!"
- "you'd better not stand me up!"
- "I'll keep you posted"
- "I'm coming, I'm coming!"
- "it makes me so happy to see you!"
- "it's been ages!"
- "what's been going on in your life?"
- "not much"
- "are you up for it?"
- "are you up for going to have a coffee?"
- "did you set the clock correctly?"
- "have you added the butter yet?"
- "have you considered getting glasses?"
- "they chose to spend the money on a new lamp"
- "did you check if we bought everything on the shopping list?"
- "we should have met her by now"
- "have you heard from her since yesterday?"
- "he has always treated her well"
- "I'm unemployed"
- "I work like crazy! (said by a man)"
- "I've worked here for years"
- "I worked there for years"
- "come on, chop-chop!"
- "you'll get into trouble"
- "he got hired straight away"
- "she learned on the job"
- "she taught me everything"
- "so, how is it going?"
- "I can't complain"
- "I'm happy where I am"
- "I love what I do"
- "I'm paid peanuts"
- "you know me"
- "I've always hated gossip"
- "don't you know what he did?"
- "seriously! / anyways!"
- "he didn't say that, seriously?!"
- "he's full of himself"
- "my colleague is unbearable!"
- "what a tool!"
- "try and keep your cool"
- "you look tired!"
- "you could do with a break!"
- "he loves working from home"
- "she is going to work for herself"
- "all work and no play"
- "he is fed up with the daily grind"
- "I want to ditch everything!"
- "he's going to get fired if he carries on"
- "what a kiss-arse! (masc.)"
- "I'm going to get a pay rise!"
- "at last!"
- "you have to work to live"
- "and not live to work"
- "absolutely! / definitely!"
- "do you have a girlfriend?"
- "I fancy you a lot"
- "it's true love"
- "I love him/her madly"
- "do you still love me?"
- "he/she's not my type / I'm not like that"
- "I have a crush on somebody"
- "I've never felt that way"
- "how did you meet? (plural)"
- "it was love at first sight"
- "we've been going out for six months"
- "it's going a little too fast for me"
- "let's keep in touch?"
- "we're in an open relationship"
- "I am fulfilled"
- "it's so cute"
- "he/she's my soulmate"
- "she's the woman of my dreams"
- "he's the man of my life"
- "get a room!"
- "she sent me flowers at work"
- "that's so cheesy!"
- "I told you so!"
- "be quiet please"
- "you're getting on my nerves!"
- "we have ups and downs"
- "I trust him/her completely"
- "I have no self-confidence"
- "I need your advice"
- "I am going to confess everything to him/her"
- "we need to talk"
- "he cheated on him"
- "are you kidding?! / what the hell?!"
- "he left him"
- "he is heart-broken"
- "she dumped her"
- "why did they break up?"
- "get over it!"
- "you deserve someone better"
- "I miss you"
- "we made up"
- "take care!"
- "hello / good morning"
- "because"
- "I don't know"
- "stop it!"
- "leave me alone"
- "no problem"
- "I don't think so"
- "please (plural / formal)"
- "please (informal)"
- "here you go"
- "excuse me (plural / formal)"
- "do you speak English? (plural / formal)"
- "speak more slowly, please (formal)"
- "of course"
- "I don't understand"
- "can you repeat, please? (formal)"
- "I don't have time"
- "can you help me, please? (formal)"
- "I don't feel like it"
- "OK"
- "come on, already!"
- "it's not possible"
- "what's that?"
- "I'm hungry"
- "enjoy your meal!"
- "I'm thirsty"
- "cheers! (when drinking)"
- "help!"
- "let's go!"
- "see you soon!"
- "good night"
- "what does that mean?"
- "I don't have money"
- "nice to meet you"
- "what's new?"
- "why?"
- "hi / bye"
- "what's your name?"
- "my name is ..."
- "thank you"
- "you're welcome"
- "I speak a little French"
- "that's a shame!"
- "I'm sorry (said by a man)"
- "I'm sorry (said by a woman)"
- "where are the toilets?"
- "do you have Wi-Fi? (formal)"
- "that's perfect!"
- "great!"
- "don't worry"
- "you're a genius"
- "good luck!"
- "goodbye"
- "I love you"
- "really?"
- "what?"
- "how?"
- "me too"
- "I love it!"
- "are you good?"
- "I'm good, and you?"
- "yes"
- "no"
- "do you like art?"
- "I don't like art"
- "I like music a lot"
- "I like living in Paris"
- "it's a good idea"
- "not really"
- "I don't agree"
- "me neither"
- "what kind of films do you like?"
- "I'm open to everything"
- "I want to go to the theatre"
- "do you want to go to the cinema?"
- "it seems good"
- "I think that it's interesting"
- "I find that rubbish"
- "that's not my thing"
- "I don't mind"
- "I'm tempted"
- "if you want"
- "I'm fed up"
- "to each their own"
- "it's nonsense"
- "it's full"
- "are you guys ready? (plural / formal)"
- "are you guys ready to order? (plural / formal)"
- "have you booked? (plural / formal)"
- "a table for two"
- "follow me (plural / formal)"
- "what can I get you? (plural / formal)"
- "I don't eat meat"
- "I'm vegetarian"
- "what are you drinking? (plural / formal)"
- "and with that?"
- "the same thing, please (formal)"
- "is everything OK?"
- "it's very good"
- "it is not cooked enough"
- "it's overcooked"
- "I'm allergic to nuts"
- "was everything OK?"
- "a bit more"
- "I'd like..."
- "is that everything?"
- "the bill, please (formal)"