Bonjour
Hello
Language note: Used both formally and informally, all day until about 6 pm.
Culture note: French people often greet each other with a kiss on the cheek or a handshake.
Context: You approach a representative at a career networking event.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Bonjour
[bohn-ZHOOR]
Hello
A common greeting used during the day.
Bonjour à tous, bienvenue à notre réunion.
Hello everyone, welcome to our meeting.
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