French speakers call pyjamas le pyjama (singular, masculine) or les pyjamas (plural), often using the singular form to refer to a set. It is sometimes referred to as vêtements de nuit (nightwear). Common phrases include en pyjama (in one's pyjamas) and mettre son pyjama (to put on one's pyjamas).
A marinière (French: [maʁinjɛʁ]), or tricot rayé ( French: [tʁiko ʁɛje]; lit. 'striped sweater'), is a cotton long-sleeved shirt with horizontal blue and white stripes.
Common French terms for "lover" or terms of endearment include mon amour (my love), mon chéri/ma chérie (my darling), mon cœur (my heart/sweetheart), and mon bébé (my baby) for general affection, while more specific, flirty options might be mon beau/ma belle (my handsome/beautiful) or mon trésor (my treasure), but be cautious with terms like mon amant/ma maîtresse, which often imply an affair.
Yes, the French absolutely say "je voudrais" (I would like), especially in polite situations like ordering food or making requests, but natives often use more casual, common alternatives like "je prends" (I'll have/take) or "je vais prendre" (I'm going to have/take) for everyday ordering. While "je veux" (I want) is grammatically correct, it's considered too direct and impolite for most social interactions, making je voudrais a staple for polite requests.
Sacré bleu is one of several exclamatory French phrases that native speakers never use. Zut alors ! will also draw some eyerolls from native speakers, and even mon dieu ! (my god!) is more common in English headlines about France than in the mouths of the actual French.
It is neutral language, however this word should mainly be used with friends and family in more casual contexts. It can be used by all ages and is usually heard in spoken French, however you may also see it written in texts or informal messages.
'Je veux' is considered rude in French and you would have to be pretty angry to tell you children or pupils ( if you are a teacher) that. "Le roi dit, nous voulons!" meaning even the king doesn't use 'Je veux' so who do you think you are! So that's probably why 'je voudrais' is the accepted answer.
To respond to "Je t'aime" (I love you) in French, use "Je t'aime aussi" or "Moi aussi, je t'aime" (I love you too) for a reciprocal feeling, or "Je t'adore" (I adore you) if you're not quite ready for "I love you," while adding "bien" (e.g., "Je t'aime bien") signals strong friendship rather than romance. For a platonic response, "Je t'aime bien" (I like you as a friend) clearly sets boundaries.
Ma puce. Calling someone my flea in English wouldn't exactly be endearing. But in French, this phrase works! Say it to boys or girls to express affection similarly to honey or sweetie pie. You can also say ma petite puce to mean my little flea.
