This short episode is a 2 in 1 episode: By adding extra words to your vocabulary, you will also (and mostly) brush up or add to your existing knowledge of some basic vocab : names of fruits. Just as in English where you need the word “apple” to make the word “apple tree” or “cherry” to make “cherry” tree, you need to know the name of the fruit in French to name the tree (or plant) it grows on. So, test yourself! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Une orange, un oranger = an orange, an orange tree Une peche, un pecher = a peach, a peach tree Une noix, un … Read More →
FYW 029 : A New Insight into “Voir” and “Regarder”
"Voir" or "regarder"? I’ll explain the difference, because it seems to be a source of confusion for many students of French. Learn vocabulary and expressions along the way too! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Voir = to see (passive) Déjà vu = already seen La vue = the view, the sight La télévision, une télévision = TV, a TV set Voir un film au cinéma = to go see a movie at the cinema. se voir = to see oneself Les vampires ne se voient pas dans le miroir. = Vampires can’t see themselves in a mirror. se voir = to see each other, see one another Mes … Read More →
FYW 028 : Le Cahier De Vacances – All About Holiday and Homework
In the Northern hemisphere, summer is coming to an end, holiday time is over. Children and students are going back to school soon (la rentrée) and you may now be listening to me on your commute rather than on the beach. Don’t worry! To help you transition smoothly, I’ll start the episode talking about holidays (the word “vacances in French”) and then we’ll move to duties and homework talk! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Nous sommes allés en vacances en France / Nous sommes allés en France pour les vacances = We went on holiday in France. Les grandes … Read More →
FYW 027 : Learn the different words for “Friend” in French
We’re going to talk about the people who are very important in our lives: friends – the different words to say “friend” in French, their differences in meaning and the history behind the words. I’ll also give you some songs and books references around the theme of friendship. Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Un(e) ami(e)= a friend ma mie = sweetheart, dear one (dated) (vu dans La Reine Margot que je lis) Un copain, une copine = a friend Grand ami (=great friend), meilleur ami (= best friend) Petit(e) ami(e), petit(e) copain/copine = boyfriend / … Read More →
FYW 026 : Aches, Pains and Broken Bones
Talking about broken bones and how to say where you’re sore! More than just expressions, you will also reinforce some grammar notions that many students of French often get wrong. Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Avoir mal à + le/la/les + body part = have pain at (to have a sth-ache, to hurt there) Avoir mal à la tête = to have a headache Avoir mal aux pieds = to have sore feet Avoir mal au dos = to have a sore back avoir mal à l’estomac = to have a stomach ache (the organ) avoir mal au ventre = to have a stomach/tummy ache avoir mal au cœur = to … Read More →
FYW 025 : All about meetings and rendezvous in French
There are several words and expressions to say "to meet" in French ; let's meet them together! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Rencontrer = to meet (for the first time), to encounter J’ai rencontré mon mari à Hong Kong. Enchanté ; Très heureux/heureuse = Nice to meet you Très heureux/heureuse de faire votre connaissance ; ravi(e) de vous rencontrer Retrouver = to meet (again) J’ai retrouvé un ami d’enfance sur internet. = I met a childhood friend on the Internet. se rencontrer, se retrouver = to meet each other un RDV / un rendez-vous = an … Read More →
FYW 024 : How to stay motivated learning French?
This is a totally different episode where I reply to John, a student and listener who struggles to keep up the motivation to keep learning. John asks for my input and raises many interesting questions which I’m sure many of you have been experiencing too, so I thought this could help you! The two keywords to remember from this episode are: patience and confidence! Use the comment section of this page to say whether you agree or disagree with me, share your language learning experience or give your tips to John! LINKS and RESOURCES Read my article: “How long does it take to learn … Read More →
FYW 023 : Mistakes to Avoid With Very Big Numbers
Pronunciation and French grammar tips to nail the numbers « thousand », « million » and « billion » in French ! You’ll also have fun discovering the translation of some legendary swearing from Tintin’s angry friend Captain Haddock! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Mille [mil] = a thousand mille personnes = a thousand people mille questions = a thousand questions cent = a hundred Million(s)(de) [miljɔ̃] = million(s) Milliard(s) (de) /miljaʀ/ = billion(s) Trois millions d’années = three million years Il y a sept milliards de personnes sur Terre = … Read More →
FYW 022 : Easy Tips on How to Say Whether You Are Taking The Train To or From Paris
How to say “I take the train to Paris in French” ? Listen, as chances are that you may be one of the many students who make a mistake, even at an advanced level! Here’s a short episode for a quick win! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Je vais à Paris = I’m going to Paris Je vais à Paris en train = I’m going to Paris by train Je prends le train pour Paris = I take the train to Paris Je prends le train à Paris = I take the train in Paris Aller = to go Voyager = to travel Prendre = to take attraper = to catch Un piège, une trappe = a trap … Read More →
FYW 021 : What are the different names for soups in French?
If it’s the middle of winter for you too (or simply if you love food!), this episode will be deliciously heart-warming (and mouth-watering). I’ll go over a few different names to describe soups in French. You’ll also discover some popular French expressions with the word "soupe". Let me know what your favourite soup is! Reminder for those of you who can make it to Sydney for the BBR French World Festival; I’ll be there in the language area next to the kids corner and the pétanque! (Sydney, Circular Quay, 10-12 July 2015) Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this … Read More →
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