French phrases for travel

Below are French phrases (Français) you'll actually use for travel. Each card shows the native text, an English-friendly pronunciation guide, and the meaning. Tap copy to paste straight into any app or message.

  • Native
    Où sont les toilettes ?
    Pronunciation
    OO sohn lay twah-LET
    Meaning
    Where are the toilets?
  • Native
    J'ai besoin d'un taxi
    Pronunciation
    zhay buh-ZWAHN duhn tahk-SEE
    Meaning
    I need a taxi
  • Native
    Combien ça coûte ?
    Pronunciation
    kohm-BYAHN sah KOOT
    Meaning
    How much does it cost?
  • Native
    Je suis perdu
    Pronunciation
    zhuh swee per-DUE
    Meaning
    I am lost

Frequently asked questions

Are these French phrases formal or informal?

Most are neutral and safe for both casual and polite settings. When the difference matters in French, we choose the everyday-polite form.

How accurate is the romanization?

Romanizations are tuned for English speakers as a pronunciation aid, not a strict transliteration. Use them as a guide, then listen to a native speaker.

Can I copy French text into any app?

Yes. Every phrase copies as Unicode and pastes into chat apps, notes, email, design tools and word processors with no encoding issues.

Will my keyboard switch to French after copying?

No. Copy-paste only inserts the characters; your typing layout doesn't change. To type French regularly, install a system keyboard.

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