When a two-letter word can make a difference between you getting a slice of pizza or a whole pizza... Do you need a brush-up to make sure you are using the correct French articles / structures? I just don’t want you to starve ;-) Learn when to say "une pizza", "de la pizza" or "la pizza". Reinforce your comprehension with other examples and...listen to a true story which happened to my husband and I in China! 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 … Read More →
FYW 136 : How to increase your French vocabulary? My best tips
What is the best way to improve and increase your French vocabulary? If you've tried to read in French with the intent of diligently writing down all the new words you see, if you felt slowed down and discouraged by this, you're not alone! I tried this myself when I started reading in English. Here are my thoughts and best tips to help you increase your French vocabulary more easily. I also give you the link to my post "How to make French vocabulary lists". I hope this helps! LINKS and RESOURCES My post "How to make French vocabulary lists" My recommended French Reading List … Read More →
FYW 135 : False friends (faux amis): inhabitant
In today's episode I wanted to go over words derived from "habiter"; I have been confused myself because some are actually false friends in English and in French! Increase your French vocabulary, learn about the origin of words and even become an expert in French real estate terminology! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Habiter = to live, to reside,to inhabit Un habitat = a habitat (natural environment) Une habitation : a house, a home, a dwelling Un,e habitant,e = an inhabitant, a resident Inhabité = uninhabited habitable =liveable, habitable Les … Read More →
FYW 134 : The pronoun “dont” in French
How and when to use the relative pronoun DONT in French? In this episode, I’ll explain it all, and of course I will give you many examples! Also listen to my explanation about the following pronouns: FYW 019 - Easy Tips on when to use Qui and Que: frenchyourway.com.au/podcast19 FYW 096 – The French Pronoun “Y”: frenchyourway.com.au/podcast96 FYW 088 – “Direct and Indirect Objects and Pronouns in French”: frenchyourway.com.au/podcast88 FYW 079 “Pronouns (Part 1)” – How to Choose Between “je” and “moi”: frenchyourway.com.au/podcast79 FYW 099: The French Pronoun “EN”: … Read More →
FYW 133 : PART 4 – 10 common false friends (= faux amis) in French and English
Many words in French and English are similar or look similar. That’s lucky because it helps with learning vocabulary faster. However, these words sometimes means something very different in the two languages! In this case, they are called “faux amis”, false friends, or false cognates. Here’s a list of 10 common false friends so you don’t make the mistake! False friends, part 1: Episode 85- www.frenchyourway.com.au/podcast85 False friends, part 2: Episode 103- www.frenchyourway.com.au/podcast103 False friends, part 3: Episode 118 - www.frenchyourway.com.au/podcast118 Vocabulary and … Read More →
FYW 132 : Need help to choose between “c’est” and “est”?
Listener Kate emailed me with the following question: "There is something thing I've never really had explained to me and which I still get confused about. When in French you use "c'est" instead of "est," as we would in English? Any tips on when to use "est" and when to use "c'est" is much appreciated. Thanks!! Note: To know when to use "c'est" or "il ", listen to Episode 57 Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Le français est ma langue préférée Le français, c'est ma langue préférée Je suis sortie au cinéma la semaine dernière. La semaine … Read More →
FYW 131 : Baby equipment : over 30 handy French words for travelling parents!
If you're travelling to a French-speaking country with your baby or toddler, you may need to find baby equipment on arrival. Do you know the French words for " pram", "high chair", "bib", etc? Listen to this episode to save yourself a lot of hassle and be able to clearly communicate what you need for your bundle of love! Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Un cosy = infant car seat; baby bouncer Un transat = a bouncer Un berceau = a cradle, a crib Un lit parapluie = a portacot Un body = onesie? vest? Une veste = a jacket Un siège auto = a car seat Un … Read More →
FYW 130 : Do you often confuse ” depuis, pendant, il y a”?
The difference between "depuis, pendant" and "il y a" is often confusing for students of French. In this episode, I'll clarify how to use these words properly and will give you examples J Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Il y a 3 jours = 3 days ago J'apprends le français depuis 2 ans = I've been learning French for 2 years Ma fille marche depuis l'âge de 10 mois / depuis ses 10 mois = My daughter has been walking since she was 10 months old Je ne l'ai pas vu depuis l'école primaire = I haven't seen him since primary school. Elle ne m'a pas … Read More →
FYW 129 : Indirect speech (Part 3): changes you must make with time indicators
In the third episode of this series about the indirect speech (or reported speech), we'll have a look at changes other than verb forms that happen when the introductory verb is in the past tense. It's not as complicated as it may sound! You actually do the same thing in English (maybe without even being aware of these changes) To catch up on the previous episodes about the indirect speech: Episode 117: "Indirect speech (Part 1): put the right words...in the right order" Episode 125: " Indirect speech (Part 2): The (simple) logic to changing the tenses of the verbs" Vocabulary and … Read More →
FYW 128 : Bastille Day in France: French vocabulary, culture, history…
What do French people do on Bastille Day? What do you wish French people on Bastille Day? As France celebrated its national holiday just a few days ago, learn what historical events are behind it and increase your French vocabulary! This episode is also packed with personal memories related to Bastille Day ;-) Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode le 14 juillet, la Fête Nationale = Bastille Day la prise de la Bastille = Storming of the Bastille in short, what happened: le Tiers État = Third Estate Le clergé = clergy La noblesse = the nobility Un jour … Read More →
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