What is bonsoir?

• Meaning: "Bonsoir" is a French greeting that literally translates to "good evening" or "good night."

• Usage: It is used as a polite greeting in the evening or at night, similar to how "good evening" or "good night" is used in English. You would typically use "bonsoir" from late afternoon or early evening until bedtime.

• Context: When entering a place or greeting someone in the evening/night, you would say "bonsoir." It is generally considered more formal than "bonjour" (good day/hello), which is used during the daytime.

• Leaving: It can also be used when leaving a place or saying goodbye in the evening/night.

• Formality: Like "bonjour", "bonsoir" can be used with both people you know and strangers.