8 Useful Expressions for End-of-Year Parties

Struggle to make small talk at Christmas parties and end-of-year get-togethers? We’re here to help. Here are eight of the most useful French phrases to trot out over the coming weeks – including one classy way to make your escape if you’re cornered by un rabat-joie*.

Ça fait longtemps qu’on ne s’est pas vus!
It’s been a while!

Qu’est-ce que tu deviens?
What have you been up to?

Tu as des plans pour le réveillon?
Any plans for New Year’s Eve?

Tu connais beaucoup de monde ici?
Do you know many people here?

Je te ressers un peu?
Shall I top you up a bit?

Pas pour moi, je dois prendre le volant.
Not for me, I have to drive.

Je te laisse profiter de ta soirée!
I’ll let you enjoy your evening!

Merci pour l’invitation, c’était super.
Thanks for having me – it was great. 

*a party pooper/ killjoy