Marni Nixon (Deborah Kerr dubbing) and the choir sings "Learning to know each other"
The French like to tease, but it is generally not malicious.
Manners In addressing the subject of the French national traits, it is probably useful to discuss one of the most often perpetuated stereotypes French The French are rude.
This is a complex issue and it is important not to generalize Parisians usually charge t like tourists and can be seen as a bit of a pain, but no more than the inhabitants of other cities, such as London Probably not.
The French are not rude as such they certainly have a unique way about them and they are very direct and prosaic While the British tend to skirt around a subject if it helps them to be more polite, the French are more willing to express anger or impatience.
But it's not all a dam unique sense of negativity French can also be very enjoyable and give praise when praise is more honesty on site before and surely immediacy art good.
It can be hard to make friends with the French, but once you do, you become good friends.
French is spoken natively by about 90 of the population, and most of those who speak minority languages will also speak French.
Minority languages include German spoken in the eastern provinces of Alsace-Lorraine and Moselle, northeast Flemish, Italian near the Italian border, Basque, Catalan, Breton and some other languages.
It is interesting to note these languages hold no sway a legal official view and if you want to get by in France, don t consider enrolling in a language other than French of French are very proud and protective their language and you go long way in the country if you make the effort to really good at the language, it will ultimately shape your experience.
In general, the French really love when you speak their language though, they often try to practice their English with you but if you don t make an effort to speak French, they'll often speak English back, even if they can speak just to make a point.
Nationalism the French are very proud to be French and that France is the best of everything - especially when we talk about culture, intellectuals and food France is very autonomous and the general feeling is that French is the best way.
In France, there is a bit of a north-south divide, which is especially good spirit, but often you get a feeling that there is a real emotion behind a verbal condemnation expressed in another region and people Paris think everyone outside Paris is parochial.
Politics begin where it first, we s with the basics on how France is a semi-presidential democratic republic The president is head of state, while the Prime Minister is the head of government.
To use another frequently cited French stereotype, the French are really good strike if the French labor doesn t as a decision of the powers that be, they will stop work and refuse to work is their god given right a french citizen.
With the policy, the French are remarkably easy and tolerant of things that would be unimaginable in the United States or the United Kingdom, France, it is less about accepting it is about expectance and French politicians have long history of sexual promiscuity among the mourners at the funeral of President Fran Mitterrand in 1996 was his mistress and the daughter they had together, and his wife.
Here's another illogical attribute the French often seem very opposed to change, but at the same time, they're very vocal about reform.
Drink France has a great cafe culture, with countless cafes and pastry shops that dot most towns and the French do not like a good wine, but it's all about moderation in France, a good bottle of red with a meal is the norm, and drinking to get drunk t ISN part of French culture course, there are those who like to drink to excess.
Families In France, the family unit is the adhesive of the country and each person has their own roles and functions The extended family is usually on hand to provide both an emotional and financial support, however, since the 1960s, rates weddings decreased and divorces have seen a sharp increase and gay marriage is still not recognized in France.
Although the French have a reputation for being a romantic group, it is probably fair to say that their attitude toward marriage is a little more practical and families have fewer children than other countries, but parents take their duties as guardians of reliable suppliers.
Religion Before the French Revolution in 1789, Roman Catholicism ruled the roost in France; this is no longer the case in 1905 the official split has left the state and the Catholic Church.
At the turn of the twentieth century, France was a mainly conservative rural country, Catholic values, but in the century or since, people have moved more in cities and population, overall, a more secular attitude some polls reported that nearly a third of the population in France are agnostic, while another third are atheists and France has the largest Jewish population in Europe.
Sport As a very patriotic country, sport plays a massive role in national football union and rugby football identity of France are probably the two most popular sports, with cycling, tennis, handball, basketball ball and as popular veil the French national football team has enjoyed a lot of success recently, winning the 1998 World Cup on the floor of the house, followed by the European Championship two years later.
Domestically, Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux, Auxerre, Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain are the main teams and great with the French Tour de France Tennis Open at Roland Garros, it is clear that France is a great country athletic.
Foreigners This is the reputation of France as rude can happen unless you make a good effort to speak the local lingo, the French can not be so inclined to be too friendly But remember that Paris can be dismal for this, because of the large number of tourists with large populations of immigrants arriving from north Africa in the last half century, tensions have also emerged in France There have been a number of riots in recent years, particularly around housing estates with large immigrant backgrounds Many believe that the riots were triggered by the growing anger at the discrimination and racism, particularly within the police.
Wonderful French food French cuisine is good, but the French can be particularly snobby about food and if it is not French, then it can t possibly good food Although MacDonald's is now on the agenda for millions people across the country, there is a real sense that the British eat junk food and do not know anything of the food or wine.
It is important to mention the servers Servers can be really unpleasant - it is considered a qualified profession in France, and the whole concept of a fine day didnt even taken on Many would say that's not a bad thing, however.
Driving First, France is a nice country to drive around but avoid driving in Paris, if you can is a nightmare The minimum driving age in France is 18, and if you are taking children, Remember that children under ten must ride in the back seat.
Speed limits are areas built 50KPH ordinary roads 90kph automatic road toll and double 110kph 130kph No self-lane roads.
And while the French make love good wine, flying alcohol regulations are strictly enforced Oh, and if you're buying fuel, gas stations in supermarkets are usually much cheaper than regular self.
Try to queue to accomplish anything in France normally involve registration with a government office, and you will have to hike a queue for the next stamp collecting and shaped like France a good piece of red tape.
Salutation As with most western countries, handshakes are a common form Friends greeting may greet with a kiss on the cheek once on each cheek When you enter a store, Hello and good evening should be followed by Mr. or Madam and polite goodbye will be the only exit.
similar fashion to the Italians, the French are quite well-dressed crowd and their idea of casual is not as relaxed as it could be in the Casual United Kingdom or the United States will likely involve even a shirt, and maybe shoes but this will only really matter if you're going to be in a semi-formal environment, like a restaurant Otherwise, your baggy pants and sneakers will be quite good.
French business would proceed rather of French business If you can t speak French, then at least learn a few key phrases and perhaps learn to apologize for not speaking French, it can help you build the foundation Nominations are usually necessary and should be made two weeks in preparatory meetings are normally to discuss issues in depth, rather than make decisions and don t exaggerate everything french aren t too fond of overvaluation, especially in business.
Regarding the business dress, which is normally understated but elegant and French people do appreciate the finer things in life, which is why the right accessories will always make an impression.
Europe, a strong consensus among the French of the need to preserve the various French cultures at local, regional, as French national identity doesn t suffer the influence of foreign cultures and languages of French culture is a big problem in France, especially the American culture and the English language from the European point of view, there is certainly a concern undercurrent of how the French identity will be influenced in the architecture of the Union .
However, France has played a major role in the formation of the European Union, both initial and ongoing political stage France was accused to highlight Europe's national interests but which country didnt.
The position of France on Europe can be summarized by the statement of former President Fran Mitterrand of France is our country, but Europe is our future Ambiguous you bet.
Humor French spirit are value This can be intellectual, sarcastic or hostile French humor tends to be very much on others if ISN t autodérision common but combative mockery to others is what can be where the crude stereotype comes from French do like to tease, but it is not normally malicious French also love a good ethnic joke often at the expense of the Belgians to be stupid or lazy southerners about.
Language is also an important part of French humor - they love a good pun but to understand it, you really need to talk exceptionally good French.
A final word of warning after the idea attention stereotypes While you can always draw a similarity wire between nationals of a country, the extent and size of this thread can vary considerably.
Learn to know, namely the French really love good French.