Greetings and Basic Phrases in French for Children
A handful of friendly phrases turns shy learners into confident French speakers. Combine music, movement, and Dinolingo’s gamified tech to get kids greeting the world en français from day one.
1. Must‑Know Greeting Set
| French | English | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Bonjour ! | Hello / Good morning | Any time before evening |
| Salut ! | Hi / Bye | Casual hellos & goodbyes |
| Bonsoir ! | Good evening | After 6 p.m. |
| À bientôt ! | See you soon | Parting with friends |
| Merci | Thank you | Anytime gratitude |
| S’il te plaît | Please (informal) | Asking a peer |
| Comment ça va ? | How are you? | Starting a chat |
| Ça va bien ! | I’m fine! | Replying happily |
Act out a mini‑skit at the door: one child ‘‘rings’’ the bell, the other answers with Bonjour !.
2. Three‑Step 10‑Minute Practice Routine
- Song Warm‑Up (2 min) – Play a greetings chant; learners echo each phrase.
- Role‑Play Switch (6 min) – Use puppets to act out arrival‑and‑departure scenes, swapping roles each round.
- Sticker Recap (2 min) – Place a sticker next to each mastered phrase on the progress chart.
3. Supercharge With Dinolingo
Start with the Dinolingo French course lesson on greetings:
• 4‑skill integration – video dialogues, mic‑based pronunciation check, on‑screen reading bubbles, and drag‑and‑drop writing tiles.
• Parent Dashboard – real‑time scores highlight which phrases need more practice; streak counter keeps momentum alive.
• 40 000+ resources – songs, games, and AR flashcards so kids can ‘‘place’’ a digital puppet saying Salut ! in the living room.
• Surprise Badges & Certificates – earn a ‘‘First Conversation’’ badge after eight phrases, printable for fridge fame.
• Curious about family sharing? Check Dinolingo reviews to see how other parents use the shared 6‑user plan and offline kit (flashcards, posters, board game) for screen‑free follow‑ups.
4. Embed Phrases Into Real Life
Morning: Swap Good morning for Bonjour ! at breakfast.
Playtime: Ask siblings Ça va ? before starting a game.
Errands: Thank the cashier with Merci ! and wave Au revoir ! when leaving.
Consistency beats quantity—five authentic uses a day lock phrases in place.
5. Age‑Band Activity Ideas
| Age | Quick Booster |
|---|---|
| 2‑5 | Greeting song with hand motions |
| 6‑10 | Dice game: roll to select phrase & partner |
| 11‑14 | Record a 30‑sec vlog opening entirely in French |
Final Thoughts
Greetings are the social glue of any language. Pair lively role‑play with Dinolingo’s data‑rich rewards, and soon your child will open every door virtual or real with a confident Bonjour !.
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