French greetings

Different ways to say hello in French

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‘Faire la bise? French kiss-kiss greeting forever changed post-Covid’

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Make sense of... La bise and other greetings

The art in la bise and other greetings can be a subtle, nuanced affair depending on situation and social milieu as well as geography. Here are some pointers to bear in mind, from essentials to very refined.

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French greetings

Different ways to say hello in French

‘Faire la bise? French kiss-kiss greeting forever changed post-Covid’

Make sense of... La bise and other greetings

Bonjour to bonsoir: At what time should one switch?

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