2006-08-29 22:34:42 · 11 answers · asked by Sebastien P 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I can honestly say that I don't believe in blanket hatred of anyone. I can't say that I know all of the French so I can't hate all of the French. I can say that when I was in Paris and Nice (just after the start of the war when anti-French sentiment was at it's peak here in the US) I was treated with the utmost courtesy, kindness, and respect by everyone I met.
For example, when I arrived at the train station in Paris from London I was lost. I had been told (in London) that I could exchange my currency at the train station in Paris even though I was arriving on a Sunday. That was incorrect, the exchange station was closed and the machine that took credit/debit cards was broken. Three Frenchwomen came up to me, as I obviously looked lost, and asked (in nearly flawless English) if I needed help. I explained that I was without Euros and that I was lost. Not only did they pay for my rail ticket, they picked up my bags, carried them onto the train and physically escorted me to where I needed to go. That wasn't the only show of kindness I received in Paris. Literally, every time I asked for directions I was personally escorted to where I needed to go. I was met with no hostility or anger whatsoever. I can honestly state that I had not one bad experience in neither Paris nor Nice.
2006-08-29 22:44:15 · answer #1 · answered by zaffaris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's impossible to answer that question really because there are different kinds of people (good and bad) in France as there are anywhere else.
However as a generalisation I would say that I like the French and their culture and although the English and French have their differences we also share a lot in common and have had strong cultural and trading ties since the dawn of civilisation. Vive La France!
2006-08-29 22:43:09 · answer #2 · answered by Mick H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm British and there has been a long standing rivalry between Uk & France.
I know that they can be annoying and have some strange ideas - but on the flip side I'm sure that they find something as great as HAGGIS a bit odd !!!
Most of the insults (from both sides) are mainly in good fun and are not to be taken seriously.
The french have given the world some great things.
2006-08-29 23:49:51 · answer #3 · answered by David 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have some French friends, and they are the most hospitable
people I have ever met, so down to earth, so positive,
and very warm people, so no I don't hate the French,
French wine is my favourite too!!!
2006-08-29 23:32:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fool!
the french are a beautiful people, rich in heritage, culture and History, whats to hate, ever been there?, ever travelled their beautiful county's....Don't knock it till you've tried it...
The french have some of the most amazing vineyards and wines in the world not to mention the food...mouth watering, as for there arrogance well its all part of their rich characters, I love them, the world would be a sad place without them!
2006-08-29 22:55:50 · answer #5 · answered by celtic_colieen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would one hate the French. Super language, great food and wine, fantastic country and yes, I like the people. I can't understand this francophobia - especially when so many Brits go to live there!
2006-08-29 22:40:27 · answer #6 · answered by cymry3jones 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Better hate. French said to be useless by old french.
2006-08-29 22:39:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would I hate french people?
2006-08-29 22:41:01 · answer #8 · answered by mixturenumber1 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have no reason to hate anyone, hate is a very big word and you should always be careful about the context it is used in.
2006-08-29 22:54:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your question is 'Would you say you hate the French'
Yes, certainly:
I hate the French.
OK now?
2006-08-29 22:58:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋