10 Common French phrases: Travelling by car
If you’re planning a road trip or travelling by car in France, it’s important to know some common French phrases that will help you navigate the roads and communicate with other drivers.
In this lesson, we’ll go over 10 common French phrases for travelling by car.
Où se trouve la station-service la plus proche? (Where is the nearest gas station?)
This phrase is useful when you need to find a gas station to refuel your car.
Je suis perdu(e). (I am lost.)
This phrase is useful when you need to ask for directions or assistance.
Je cherche l’autoroute. (I am looking for the highway.)
This phrase is useful when you need to find a specific route.
La voiture a besoin d’essence. (The car needs gas.)
This phrase is useful when you need to communicate that the car needs to be refueled.
Attention, virage dangereux. (Attention, dangerous curve.)
This phrase is useful when you need to alert other drivers of a potential hazard on the road.
La circulation est dense. (The traffic is heavy.)
This phrase is useful when you need to describe the amount of traffic on the road.
Pouvez-vous me donner des indications pour aller à __? (Can you give me directions to __?)
This phrase is useful when you need to ask for directions to a specific location.
Je dois tourner à droite/gauche. (I need to turn right/left.)
This phrase is useful when you need to indicate a change in direction.
Le frein ne fonctionne pas bien. (The brakes are not working well.)
This phrase is useful when you need to communicate that there is a problem with the car.
La voiture est en panne. (The car is broken down.)
This phrase is useful when you need to communicate that the car is not working.
Learning these common French phrases can help you navigate the roads and communicate with other drivers while travelling by car. Additionally, it’s helpful to learn some basic French vocabulary related to driving and vehicles, such as different types of car parts or road signs. With practice and persistence, you’ll soon be able to speak confidently about travelling by car in French.