A1 Expression Neutral

Je regarde.

I am watching.

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Meaning

Used to state that one is observing something.

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Cultural Background

French shop assistants are professional and expect a response. Ignoring them is considered rude. The phrase is used identically, but often with a warmer tone.

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Add Merci

Always add 'merci' to 'Je regarde' to ensure you sound polite, not dismissive.

Meaning

Used to state that one is observing something.

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Add Merci

Always add 'merci' to 'Je regarde' to ensure you sound polite, not dismissive.

Test Yourself

How do you politely tell a clerk you are browsing?

Vendeur: 'Je peux vous aider?'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Je regarde, merci.

This is the standard polite response.

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Visual Learning Aids

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How do you politely tell a clerk you are browsing? Choose A1

Vendeur: 'Je peux vous aider?'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Je regarde, merci.

This is the standard polite response.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, 'Je regarde' is for objects. For people, use 'Je vois' or 'Je contemple'.

Related Phrases

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Je cherche

contrast

I am looking for

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Ça va?

builds on

How are you?

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