France's etiquette sensitivity is moderate — locals are generally forgiving of foreigners, but a few specific customs are worth knowing. Most important: Always greet shopkeepers with "Bonjour" before asking anything — skipping this is considered rude.
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Always greet shopkeepers with "Bonjour" before asking anything — skipping this is considered rude.
France's etiquette sensitivity is moderate — locals are generally forgiving of foreigners, but a few specific customs are worth knowing
Formality matters in initial interactions — use "vous" rather than "tu" until invited to do otherwise, and dress reasonably well in public.
Locals are generally understanding of foreign visitors — a little awareness helps, but nobody expects perfection.