Is it better to speak English or Spanish in France?

No, you will have better luck with English. You will not find many Parisians that speak Spanish. So practise a few words of French - Bonjour, Au revoir, merci etc.. to be polite and be apologetic and use your English. Unfortunately I do not speak French, but I do speak Spanish, Italian and some Arabic.



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As always you should try to speak the language of the country you're visiting. And, since the main language in Paris is French, you should try to speak French before any other language. However, if you are struggling with French, and you already speak Spanish and English, I would recommend speaking English in Paris.

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Traveling in France without speaking French ???? Travelling in France without speaking French is possible. Not speaking French will not get you into any MAJOR problem. In case of emergency there will always be someone to help you.

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List of languages
  • French (87.2%)
  • Arabic (3.6%)
  • Portuguese (1.5%)
  • Spanish (1.2%)
  • Italian (1.0%)
  • German (0.7%)
  • Turkish (0.5%)
  • English (0.4%)


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Yes, Paris is considered one of the most expensive cities in the world, but there are ways to reduce your expenses.

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Tipping in France is not mandatory. Even though it is always appreciated, it's up to the customers to decide if they want to tip or not. Unlike other countries, the price of the service is included in the total cost of the bill. You will never be asked to tip, but it's common to leave one if the service was good.

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In France, it's considered rude not to say hello every time you enter a shop or when you first begin a conversation with a local. Brush up on these ten French words or phrases that'll get you beyond bonjour.

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With the world increasingly globalized, more companies in France are opening up to people without excellent French language skills. Some multi-national companies work primarily in English in order to compete, while certain industries cater specifically to Anglophones.

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Once you are in Paris, the easiest way to get around is by bus or metro. There is also a tram network in the city. Fortunately, you don't have to wonder which option is best, as there is an integrated public transport system in operation.

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