French phrases we use in English
The English language has taken 'loan words' and phrases from other languages which are now part and parcel of the language. Here are just a few examples of French expressions which we use in English.
Faux pas: An embarrassing small mistake. Usually used for social settings.
"Calling your neighbour's wife by the wrong name was a real faux pas."
Au fait: Familiar with.
"I'm not au fait with the work of this author. I haven't read any of his books."
Déjà vu: Already seen. In English we use this expression to describe the strange feeling of having done something before when you know that you have not.
"I had a strong feeling of déjà vu when I entered the room for the first time. I felt like I had been there before, but I know that I had not."
