Bonjour
Hello
Language note: An essential greeting at any time of the day.
Culture note: French people appreciate a polite greeting before starting a conversation.
Context: You are greeted as you enter a restaurant or call for a reservation.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Bonjour
[bohn-zhoor]
Hello
A greeting used during the day.
En entrant dans le restaurant, je dis 'Bonjour'.
Upon entering the restaurant, I say 'Hello'.
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