Introducing Yourself in French

Basic Structure

When you want to introduce yourself and ask someone their name in French, here are some simple phrases you can use:

1. To Introduce Yourself:

   • "Bonjour, je m'appelle [Your Name]."
     (Hello, my name is [Your Name].)

2. To Ask Someone Their Name:

   • "Et vous, comment vous appelez-vous ?"
     (And you, what is your name?)
   • "Et toi, comment tu t'appelles ?"
     (And you, what is your name?) [for friends]

Vocabulary

Here are some useful words for introductions:

• Je m'appelle - My name is
• Comment vous appelez-vous ? - What is your name? (formal)
• Comment tu t'appelles ? - What is your name? (informal)

Key Grammar Rules

• Use "je" when you talk about yourself.
• Use "vous" for formal situations or when talking to more than one person.
• Use "tu" when talking to friends.
• The word "appeler" means "to call," and it's used to say your name.

Sample Dialogue

Here’s an example of how a conversation might go:

A: Bonjour, je m'appelle Sarah.
B: Bonjour Sarah, comment vous appelez-vous ?
A: Je m'appelle Lucas. Et toi, comment tu t'appelles ?
B: Je m'appelle Emma.

Practice

Try practicing with a friend! Take turns introducing yourselves and asking for names.

Don’t forget to practice how you say the words and the way you speak them. Use polite phrases like "s'il vous plaît" (please) and "merci" (thank you) to make your conversations even nicer.