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bonjour

/bɒn.ˈʒʊə/

Meanings
  • interjection

    French word for 'good day' or 'hello'

    - "Bonjour, madame."
    - "Bonjour, monsieur."
    - "Bonjour, mes amis."

Variants
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bonjour
Etymology
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Derived from the Old French word 'bon jour', meaning 'good day'.


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  1. In Quebec, Canada, it is customary to say 'Bonjour-hi' as a greeting, which is a combination of 'Bonjour' and 'hi'.

  2. In France, it is considered impolite to begin a conversation without first saying 'Bonjour'.


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  1. salutation: A greeting or salutation is a word or phrase used to acknowledge the presence or arrival of someone. 'Bonjour' is a common salutation in French-speaking cultures.


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In French-speaking cultures, 'bonjour' is used as a sign of politeness and respect. It is customary to say 'bonjour' when entering a store, office, or someone's home.

How to Memorize "bonjour"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the French flag and imagine saying 'Bonjour' to someone in front of it.

  2. associate

    - Associate 'Bonjour' with the image of a French bakery or café.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Bread On Journey' to remember the pronunciation of 'Bonjour'.


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