Bonjour
Hello
Language note: Use this to greet anyone at any time of day.
Culture note: First impressions are key in France, and a polite greeting goes a long way.
Context: Starting the conversation with the taxi driver.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Bonjour
[bawn-zhoor]
Hello
A common greeting used during the day.
Je dis 'Bonjour' au chauffeur de taxi.
I say 'Hello' to the taxi driver.
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