French for Kids
How to Say "My name is" in French
Introducing yourself is the first step to making friends from a new culture.
In French (Français)
Je m'appelle...
Pronounced: zhuh mah-PEHL
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "Je m'appelle..." the next time you meet someone who speaks French.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a French cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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