10 essential French phrases for describing your daily routine
Master the art of French conversation by learning how to talk about your everyday life.
Talking about your daily routine in French is a fantastic way to practice common verbs and vocabulary. Whether you're chatting with a new friend or explaining your schedule, these phrases will help you sound natural. From waking up to winding down, understanding and using these expressions will build your confidence. Get ready to share your typical day with ease and accuracy!
What this lesson covers
Core French words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- Je me réveille à sept heures.zhe meh ray-vayI wake up at seven.
- Je prends mon petit-déjeuner.zhe prawn mon puh-tee day-zhuh-nayI eat my breakfast.
- Je vais au travail / à l'école.zhe vay oh tra-vy / ah lay-colI go to work / to school.
- Je travaille / j'étudie.zhe tra-vahy / zhay-too-deeI work / I study.
- Je déjeune à midi.zhe day-zhun ah mee-deeI have lunch at noon.
- Je rentre à la maison.zhe rahn-truh ah lah may-zonI come home.
- Je prépare le dîner.zhe pray-par luh dee-nayI prepare dinner.
- Je regarde la télévision.zhe ruh-gard lah tay-lay-vee-zyonI watch television.
- Je me brosse les dents.zhe meh bross lay dahnI brush my teeth.
- Je me couche vers onze heures.zhe meh koosh vair onz urI go to bed around eleven.
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