Expressions for Concluding a Training Session｜French Business Conversation

At the end of a training program during a business trip or stay abroad, there are moments when you need to thank the staff or instructor and say your farewells.

Being able to politely say in French expressions like “Thank you very much” or “I learned a lot” will leave a positive impression on your counterpart.

In this lesson, I will introduce useful French phrases for the end of a training session, along with explanations of their grammar points.

Dialogue

A

Merci beaucoup pour la formation d’aujourd’hui.
(Thank you very much for today’s training.)

B

Avec plaisir, j’espère que cela vous a été utile.
(You’re very welcome. I’m glad if it was useful for you.)

A

Oui, c’était très enrichissant. J’ai beaucoup appris.
(Yes, it was very enriching. I learned a lot.)

B

Je vous souhaite une bonne continuation dans votre travail.
(I wish you continued success in your work.)

A

Merci encore et à bientôt, j’espère.
(Thank you again, and I hope to see you soon.)

1. Basic Expressions of Gratitude

“Merci beaucoup pour …” means “Thank you very much for …”.

The structure “pour + noun” specifies what you are thankful for. This can be applied in many situations beyond training.

In French, using “pour + noun” makes the object of gratitude explicit.

2. Expressing Impressions of the Training

After a session, it is polite to add a comment about what you learned, in addition to showing gratitude.

The adjective enrichissant conveys the sense of something that “broadens knowledge” or “deepens learning,” and is commonly used when describing training or lectures.

Here, the passé composé (avoir + past participle) emphasizes the result of the learning experience, similar to English “I learned a lot.”

3. Responses from the Instructor or Staff

It is also helpful to recognize typical expressions used by the trainer or staff when responding.

Literally “With pleasure,” this is a warm and natural way to reply.

Here, “a été utile” (past tense) means “was useful,” showing consideration for the participant’s learning outcome.

4. Leaving a Positive Farewell

Closing with a farewell phrase leaves a polite and professional impression.

Literally, “I wish you a good continuation.” A formal and positive phrase often used in business settings.

More casual but still common:

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