🇫🇷 French phrases

How to Say "Enjoy your meal" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bon appétit
"Enjoy your meal" in French · say it like bohn ah-peh-tee

The most natural way to say "Enjoy your meal" in French is Bon appétit. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Régalez-vous
More casual, often used among friends
Profitez de votre repas
More formal, suitable for polite settings

When to use it

You can say this phrase before a meal to wish others enjoyment of their food. It is commonly used in both casual and formal settings. It is a polite way to express good wishes when dining with others.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
Bon appétit à tous !Enjoy your meal, everyone!
Avant de commencer, je vous souhaite un bon appétit.Before we start, I wish you an enjoyable meal.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use it at the beginning of a meal instead of after.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bon appétit, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking French with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say 'Bon appétit' in a restaurant?

Yes, it is very common to say 'Bon appétit' in restaurants before starting to eat.

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