In the West, it is always customary to turn to a person with a specific word or phrase. In England, this is Miss (Mrs.) and Mr. In France, Mademoiselle (Madame) and Monsieur. The importance of such treatment is primarily in respect for each other. This article will be devoted to communication with the French. In particular with men. What kind of polite treatment of a man in France can I use? This and many other interesting tips you will read below.
French mentality
How beautiful and mysterious the country of love is. France is truly the center of Europe in many ways: in fashion, food, and relaxation. The indigenous people of this country are very sophisticated. There are several distinguishing features of their mentality:
- They are exquisite. They have a taste in everything. If breakfast is beautiful. To love is even more expressive.
- Very patriotic. The French simply adore their homeland. And consider themselves the best nation. Without fanaticism.
- Unique style. Every Frenchman, whether he is rich or poor, has his own style - in clothing, music, food.
- Enjoying life. They love freedom. The French live the way their heart lies for it.
- Outwardly loyal to foreigners. They will never allow themselves to offend on a national basis.
- Sociable, but not with everyone. The French are showing a spontaneous decision to open or close in front of someone.
- Vigorous. These are lively, funny, charming people who radiate positive.
Enumerate the quality of the French can be infinite, but the main thing is noted here.
French communication traditions (etiquette)
As mentioned above, this people is sociable. However, they carefully build the boundaries of their communication and time for themselves, family and friends. For the French, there are a number of certain rules of conduct that Russians do not pay attention to at all.
For example, this refers to the eating process. For us, it does not play a special role, how much this or that product is. This is important for them, for example, they drink beer from about 18.00 to 19.00. And do not eat oysters at this time.
By communication, they can sometimes be rude. But only if, in their opinion, this is justified. But in general, they are polite and courteous in public. They behave differently with acquaintances, friends, or those they see for the first time.
They love themselves and monitor their appearance, because they are sure that someone can watch them.
When you first meet a Frenchman, you will feel that some of them behave in private (this refers to official communication), while others, on the contrary, can start making friends with you from the first minutes of meeting you. And this is a sign that they liked you.
French man character
What is the difference between the behavior of a Parisian from others? For Russians, an image of such a man was created, collected from literature, films and romantic stories.
Like all people on Earth, the men of France are all different. But there are certain traits that are found most often. Here is some of them:
- Cheerful.
- Love to impress.
- Smile constantly.
- Are romantic.
- Loving and amorous.
- Gallant.
It often turns out that the French show elements of simple upbringing, and the ladies think that they have fallen in love. Or such situations arise when a man takes care of a woman, but does not feel anything special about her.
Young people in France are hot and passionate. They can often fall in love, and can be monogamous, who show signs to other ladies not for the sake of treason, but according to etiquette. After all, it is so important for them to impress that they then think and remember for a long time a mysterious and admiring look
Appeals to the French during a conversation
The art of appealing to people is common to many countries. However, in Russia there are no such words. More precisely, they are, but this is most often treated by gender - "Woman, man, girl or young man." In England they use sir, mister, mrs, and so on. And in the center of Europe there are also such appeals to people.
If in France you intuitively refer to someone by gender and call your interlocutor “man” or “woman”, in the best case they simply will not understand you, and in the worst they will be offended. In no case should this be done.
When communicating with unfamiliar people, it is best to contact you and use special words for this. The appeal to a man and a girl in France is different, but the meaning is the same. You emphasize with this word the importance of the interlocutor, the one to whom you intended to say something.
Appeals in France to a man and a woman
It is especially important to behave correctly in communication with the opposite sex. Appeal to a man in France - "Monsieur", "Monsieur". When you pronounce this word, you thereby emphasize the dignity of a person and treat him with respect. For the French, this is very important, because they love themselves and believe that they should be treated that way.
Previously, to turn to a young girl, you could call her "Mademoiselle." And the married lady was called "Madame." Now in France they do not like the treatment of Mademoiselle. It’s better not to risk it and not to call anyone that. French women in this matter are very sensitive and can perceive it as sexism.
Women believe that if the appeal to a man in France is "Monsieur" and it is one, then women should have one. If for a strong half there is no word indicating his marital status, then this should not be for women. In general, be careful with the treatment of Mademoiselle.
How to behave to please the Frenchman?
The right treatment for a man in France from the very first time is the key to a future relationship. If you spoke with the young man you are interested in and did it respectfully, using the word "monsieur", then this will play in your favor.
However, men in France like to be the first to take a step. Nevertheless, every wise woman knows what to do so that the representative of the stronger sex does what you expect.
For any Frenchman, the smile of a woman is important. She must be mysterious. And the look can be languid.
No less important is the style and accuracy in clothes, hairstyle and makeup. The French have a taste in everything and will appreciate the elegant look of a sweetheart.
The most important thing at first is respectful treatment of a man in France.
How affectionately can you call a Frenchman?
If you have already met a man of your dreams from the most romantic country in the world and do not know how you can still contact him, except for "Monsieur", then see the following list of words and phrases:
- ma puce (ma pus) - "my flea";
- ma coucou (ma kuk) - "my cuckoo";
- ma poulette (ma bullet) - "my chick";
- mon nounours (mon nung) - "my little bear";
- mon chou (mon shu) - "my sweetie", and literally "my cabbage"
But this is affectionate treatment of a man in France, and for a woman they too are quite suitable. Mostly so called in love by couples.
At first glance, for Russian people these words do not look particularly sweet. And for the French, our “my fish” is quite offensive. If you were called a fish, then you are a silent person and you don’t need anyone lying on the counter. This is normal for us, but not for them.
If you do not like tenderness, call it simply “mon chére” (mon sher) - “my dear”.
Bright phrases in French
To communicate with a man from the most beautiful country, it is not enough to know the language, you also need to own some strong sayings. Such knowledge will help you stay on the same wavelength with him. Indeed, in the process of communication is not enough simple pleasant appeal to a man in France. We also need general concepts, tastes, values, and, of course, you should definitely get acquainted with the winged phrases of this people.
Here is some of them:
- O la la - an expression of delight and surprise, both positive and negative.
- Se la vie - "such is life." This is what they say about what cannot be changed. That is fate.
- Komsi Komsa - "so-so." This is when you are neither good nor bad, but rather not very.
- Déjà vu - "as if this had already happened before, an inexplicable feeling."
An official and respectful appeal to a man in France is "Monsieur." It is appropriate when we meet for the first time or is it a business relationship. You can also chat with a man more at ease if you become friends or more. The French have many affectionate and sweet words that they call each other. They differ from the Russians because of a different perception of the world and mentality. In any case, in France, a man should always be treated with respect, especially if you want to please him.