Some very useful French phrases in light of the fact you only know a few

By Ski Matteo

French is supposedly the language of Romance. If that’s so, why is it so friggin hard to learn and speak? Never fear, dear reader, I have compiled a few French phrases that will undoubtedly help you when you are in Paris for a routine business trip and that gorgeous French dude who’s sitting beside you whispers sweet nothings in his language.

Right.

Phrase number one:

“Je t’aime.”

Three magical words used most often in the French culture, which defends our view of French men as “players”. Yes dear readers, that phrase translates as “I love you.” Of course there are different variations to this phrase eg in slang. But this is by far the most common. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Phrase number two:

“Bise moi.”

Do not, I repeat, do not hesitate to grant this request particularly if a handsome red haired man with sensual blue eyes is involved. And for informal use, heck throw it in a conversation every now and then, it’ll make for interesting gossip later on. Translates as “kiss me.”

Phrase number three:

“Il n’y en a pas!”

[There is no such thing!]

Nuff said.

Phrase number four:

“Ca ira.”

[Things will work out.] Be wary of any man who says so. Things may turn he’s a serial murderer or actually British or something.

Phrase number five:

“Billet doux.”

[Love letter.]

Nuff said, non?

Phrase number six:

“Tant Mieux.”

[So much the better.] Again be wary of guys who say this a lot. As Remy pointed out, there are certain things that shouldn’t be done in groups. Or something to do with the Brady Bunch. I think.

Phrase number seven:

“Sans blague.”

After you have laughed yourself silly at his marriage proposal, he says this phrase, often choking back his tears. Translates as “seriously.”

Phrase number eight:

“J’y suis, j’y reste.”

When confronted with this phrase, I recommend a good hearty laugh otherwise you’ll find yourself in hot water. If the laugh doesn’t belittle his ego, just smack his head. That usually works. Translates as “Here I am and here I stay.”

Phrase number nine:

“Foudre moi.”

Nice phrase that’s more acceptable than the word f*ckable. Frankly the English translation of this neat phrase doesn’t do it justice. I mean what the hell is “Pash me”? What does it mean? Anyway, it’s sounds good. Yeah, so get out there and start using it! The guys supposedly like it. Why not?

Phrase number ten:

“Attaque de nerfs.”

Too tired? Need an excuse? Just whisper these three words and he’ll understand. Combine that with shaky hands and he’ll be your slave for the day. Translates as “nervous breakdown.”

Alright, that’s it for today. I’m far too lazy to include other words. Till next time, keep practising these words and keep the faith!

Remy has blue eyes!!!