In a store

Christopher M.A2Kwiziq community member

When visiting stores in Paris and the owner asks what I want, how do I say that I'm just looking.

Asked 10 hours ago

Jim J.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Bonjour Christopher,

Je jette un oeil -- In the sense "I cast an eye" --- just looking.

The verb being used is jeter (to cast) in this context.

https://www.wordreference.com/fren/jeter%20un%20coup%20d%27%C5%93il

Please be sure to make eye contact on leaving with a simple thanks -- merci.

Bonne continuation

Jim

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When visiting stores in Paris and the owner asks what I want, how do I say that I'm just looking.

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