French

The English phrase “have a great summer” is translated into French as bon été. This phrase is a friendly wish for someone to enjoy their summer break.

The English phrase “sourdough bread” is translated into French as pain au levain.

The English phrase “teacher’s pet” can be translated into French as chouchou. chouchou refers to a student perceived to be favored by their teacher.

The phrase “I like to do” in French is expressed as j’aime faire.

In French, ‘we are looking forward to’ is expressed as nous avons hâte de.

The English word “under” is translated into French as sous. sous is a preposition used to describe something being at a lower level than something else.

In Cajun French you welcome a guest with Bienvenue, the same word as in standard French. To welcome someone to the state, say Bienvenue en Louisiane.

The English phrase “wedding venue” is translated into French as lieu de réception.

Pilates in French is Pilates. The word refers to the physical fitness system of the same name.

To kneel in French is s’agenouiller. The verb s’agenouiller means to stoop down and rest on the knee.