There are French words and phrases you are taught at school or in phrase books you are convinced you need, but in reality the locals hardly ever use them or at least not in the way you thought.

Any useful French words, sayings, or phrases you can commit to memory will help you navigate the country, interact with residents, and make the most of your trip.

Whether you live in Paris, France, or Paris, Texas, these are the French phrases that, according to Jeannette DeJong, senior lecturer and coordinator of foreign language at Curry College, carry ...

Basic French Words, Phrases, and Sayings Every Traveler Should Know. Keep this list handy if you want to speak confidently and blend in with the locals on your next trip to France.

According to some estimates, 30 percent of the English language—or roughly one in three English words—is derived directly from French.