How and when to use the French pronoun "Y"? In this episode, I’ll cover aspects that you may not be aware of : "y" isn’t only a place pronoun! Also, I’ll explain where to position this French pronoun in a sentence and of course will give you many examples! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Nous allons au cinéma = we’re going to the movies Nous y allons = we’re going there Les enfants sont à l’école = The children are at school Les enfants (ils) y sont = The children (they) are there Le téléphone est dans mon sac = the phone is in my bag Le téléphone y … Read More →
FYW 095 : How to prepare for the DELF or any French exam
Whether you plan to sit for the DELF, DALF, TCF, VCE or any other French exam or French certification, there are a few things you need to know to help optimise your score on the day. My tips include how to get familiar with your French exam requirements, how to shape your answers to meet these requirements and how to practice for the exam! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode www.ciep.fr > DELF tout public > exemples de sujets LINKS and RESOURCES ciep.fr My French essay correction service: https://frenchyourway.com.au/french-essay-correction … Read More →
FYW 094 : What is “coucou” in French?
French Your Way Podcast listener Ej emailed me to ask what I meant exactly after he heard me say "coucou" at the beginning of an episode. So, just for the pleasure of travelling from word to word, here are the meanings of the French word "coucou"! I’ll also talk about my fears of misspelling or mispronouncing some words! LINKS and RESOURCES French Voices podcast, episode 54: www.frenchvoicespodcast.com/episode54 Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share … Read More →
FYW 093 : The different translations for BUSY in French
How to translate the English word "busy" in French? I hope you’re not too busy to listen to this episode because students of French often use the wrong word for it! I'll help you choose the relevant translation according to the context. Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Occupé,e = busy (person, phone line) Le Président est toujours très occupé = The President is always very busy La ligne est occupée = the phone line is busy Chargé,e = busy (schedule) Il a un emploi du temps très chargé = He’s got a very busy schedule. Rempli,e = busy (day) Les … Read More →
FYW 092 : The difference between SAVOIR and CONNAITRE
"Savoir" and "connaitre" are a typical source of confusion among learners of French. Did you know that the difference between savoir and connaître has nothing to do with the meaning? I'll give you my best tips to get this right from now on ;-) This episode includes a practice worksheet, a tongue-twister to drive you crazy and extra vocabulary! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Do you know his address? = Tu connais/Vous connaissez son adresse? Do you know where he lives? = Tu sais / Vous savez où il habite? She doesn’t know why he didn’t call. = Elle ne … Read More →
FYW 091 : I’m back from France! My comments and travel tips for you
In this episode, I’ll share my memories and comments after spending 3 months of family time in France. You’ll get another insight into French culture and habits. LINKS and RESOURCES Episode 75 : France Travel Tips (PART 3): Driving: https://frenchyourway.com.au/podcast75 Episode 77 : "Zero confidence when speaking French!": https://frenchyourway.com.au/podcast77 Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at … Read More →
FYW 090 : How to say “I miss you” in French?
Do you know to use the expression "I miss you" in French? Students often find it quite tricky – the construction of the sentence is very different from English. After my explanation, you should be able to even say much more: "He misses me", "They miss her", etc! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode La France manque aux expatriés = The expats miss France La France leur manque = They miss France Elle leur manque = They miss it/her Tu me manques / Vous me manquez = I miss you Il me manque = I miss him Elle me manque = I miss her Je lui manque = He/she … Read More →
FYW 089 : How to Proofread Your French Essay
To help you with thorough proofreading of your French essays, I have created a proofreading checklist so you can correct most of your mistakes yourself. If you prepare for a French exam (DELF, DALF) or for any written French assignment, I strongly recommend you get into the habit of using the following proofreading checklist so that you are familiar with it when you need it most: on exam day! You can download my free proofreading checklist from my website: https://frenchyourway.com.au/proofreading-checklist-french-essay-writing Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this … Read More →
FYW 088 : Direct and Indirect Objects and Pronouns in French
A grammar lesson with my usual teaching style and examples to understand the difference between intransitive and transitive, direct and indirect objects. This is important because it will help you choose between the pronouns "le", "la", "leur", "lui", etc. and make correct sentences in French! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode J’aime les chats = I like cats. Il a écrit une lettre = He wrote a letter. Il a écrit a sa maman = He wrote to his mum. Il a écrit une lettre à sa maman = He wrote his mum a letter = He wrote a letter to his mum Dire = to … Read More →
FYW 087 : The origin of the days of the week (in French and more!)
Have you ever wondered where the names of the days of the week come from? I bet you’ll learn a lot from this episode! I’ve also included some spelling and grammar comments…and I even sing then speak Chinese for you! ;-) Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode lundi =Monday mardi = Tuesday mercredi = Wednesday jeudi = Thursday vendredi = Friday samedi = Saturday dimanche = Sunday Le week-end = weekend / on the weekend Chanson: Lundi matin, L’empereur, sa femme et le p’tit prince Sont venus chez moi, pour me serrer la pince. Mais comme j’étais … Read More →
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