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How to Say "Good morning" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bonjour
"Good morning" in French 路 say it like bohn-zhoor

The most natural way to say "Good morning" in French is Bonjour. 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

Salut
Used informally among friends
Bonjour tout le monde
Used when addressing a group

When to use it

You can use 'Bonjour' in the morning until late afternoon. It is a polite greeting suitable for both formal and informal situations. It is common to greet people with 'Bonjour' when entering a shop or meeting someone.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
Bonjour, comment 莽a va ?Good morning, how are you?
Bonjour, madame.Good morning, ma'am.
Common mistake
Some learners might use 'Salut' in formal situations, which is not appropriate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bonjour, 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

When should I stop using 'Bonjour'?

You can stop using 'Bonjour' around 6 PM, when 'Bonsoir' becomes more appropriate.

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