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How do you know when to pronounce or not the “s” at the end of the word “plus” ? This question comes from a listener of French your Way Podcast, Philipp. In this episode, I will run you through the 3 different pronunciations and you will also learn WHY there are differences! For a full explanation, also check my article at www.frenchyourway.com.au/plus . I’ve included an exercise worksheet which you can get for free.
Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode
Deux plus deux égalent quatre (2+2 = 4)
plus cher = more expensive
plus grand = taller
plus régulièrement = more regularly
plus important = more important
plus intelligemment = more intelligently
Plus d’argent = more money
Plus de temps = more time
Plus de questions = more questions
Plus de personnes = more people
Travailler plus = to work more
Travailler plus pour gagner plus = To work more in order to earn more
Dormir plus = to sleep more
Je travaille plus donc je gagne plus d’argent! (I work more therefore I earn more)
Je ne travaille plus donc je ne gagne plus d’argent. (= I don’t work anymore therefore I don’t earn any more money.)
LINKS and RESOURCES
FYW 014 : Oops I ate all the lollies – how to pronounce “Tous”
My article and worksheet about the pronunciation of “plus” : www.frenchyourway.com.au/plus