How to Say ‘Have a nice day’ in French
Bonne journée
bun zhoor-nay
[bun zhoor-nay]
🇫🇷 In France: A standard polite sign-off with staff, shopkeepers, or anyone you are parting from during the day. It is warmer than just [Bonjour], but still neutral and everyday.
Phrase Breakdown
Bonne
[bun]
good
Feminine form of 'bon,' used in greetings and wishes.
Bonne journée et à demain !
Have a good day and see you tomorrow!
journée
[zhoor-nay]
day
Means 'day'; in this phrase it is a polite wish meaning 'have a nice day.'
Je vous souhaite une bonne journée.
I wish you a good day.
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