Lesson 1

Lesson 1: Introductions

Today, you’ll learn how to say hello, introduce yourself, and ask someone’s name in French. Complete each section step-by-step. Practice speaking aloud and have fun!

Part 1: Learn Key Phrases

Let’s start with the basics! These are the French words and phrases you’ll need to introduce yourself. Read them aloud and try saying them to a friend.  

1. **Bonjour** = Hello (use this in the morning or anytime!)  

2. **Salut** = Hi (a casual greeting for friends)  

3. **Je m’appelle……………………….…** = My name is… (fill in your name!)  

4. **Comment vous appelez-vous ?** = What’s your name? (polite, for teachers or adults)  

5. **Comment t’appelles-tu ?** = What’s your name? (informal, for friends or classmates)  

6. **Au revoir** = Goodbye (say this when you leave)  

7. **Enchanté / Enchantée** = Nice to meet you (boys say “Enchanté,” girls say “Enchantée”)  

**Match the French phrase to the English meaning:**  

a. Bonjour ___  

b. Je m’appelle ___  

c. Au revoir ___  

d. Salut ___  

e. Enchanté ___  

1. Goodbye  

2. Hello  

3. My name is  

4. Hi  

5. Nice to meet you  

**Circle the correct answer:**  

1. To ask a friend their name, you say:  

   a) Comment vous appelez-vous ?  

   b) Comment t’appelles-tu ?  

2. To say goodbye, you say:  

   a) Bonjour  

   b) Au revoir  

Part 2: Fill in the Blanks

Use the phrases you’ve learned to complete these sentences.

1. **Bonjour!** (Write “Je m’appelle” and your name) __________________________________________.  

   (Example: Bonjour! Je m’appelle Sarah.)  

2. **Salut!** Comment _________________-tu? Je _____________________ (say your name) ___________.  

   (Hint: Use the informal question and “m’appelle.”)  

3. ____________________! Je __________ appelle _____________________ (write your best friend’s name).  

   (Start with a greeting like Bonjour or Salut.)  

4. When I meet someone new, I say: _________________________ (write “Enchanté” or “Enchantée”).  

5. At the end of class, I’ll say: ________________________________________ (write the goodbye word).  

**Write your own sentence:**  

Make up a sentence using “Je m’appelle” and a greeting.  

Example: *Salut! Je m’appelle Max.*  

Your sentence: __________________________________________________________________________________

Part 3: Practice with a Partner

Pair up with a classmate and take turns asking and answering these questions in French. Write down what you learn about your partner. Practice at least twice to get comfortable!  

1. Ask: **Comment t’appelles-tu ?**  

   My partner’s answer: Je m’appelle _____________________________________________________________.  

2. Say: **Je m’appelle** (your name). **Enchanté / Enchantée!**  

   Write what you said: ___________________________________________________________________________.  

3. Ask: **Et toi?** (And you?)  

   My partner’s answer: __________________________________________________________________________.  

4. Say goodbye: **Au revoir!**  

   Did your partner say it back? Yes / No  

**Mini-Dialogue:**  

With your partner, act out this short conversation:  

- You: Salut! Je m’appelle (your name). Comment t’appelles-tu ?  

- Partner: Bonjour! Je m’appelle (their name). Enchanté(e) !  

Write your partner’s name again: _________________________.  

Bonus Challenge

Try these activities to show off your new French skills!  

1. Say “Bonjour” and “Je m’appelle (your name)” to THREE classmates today. Write their names here:  

   - __________________________  

   - __________________________  

   - __________________________  

2. Say “Au revoir” and “Enchanté / Enchantée” to your teacher before you leave class.  

3. Teach one French phrase from this worksheet to someone at home tonight. Which phrase will you teach?