CHALLENGE #19 This is the fourth challenge on Quebec expressions. If you like this one and would also like to discover the previous ones, you can do so by clicking here. As mentioned in the other challenges, expressions are important for participating fully in discussions and understanding what’s going on Lire la suite…
CHALLENGE #13 The meanings of the words “gros” and “grand” are very similar, which is why, in English, they are often translated by the same word, “big”. However, in French, although they are similar, “gros” and “grand” are rarely interchangeable and are each used in very specific situations. If I Lire la suite…
But whose meaning has nothing to do with money CHALLENGE #12 For this third post on Quebec expressions, I wanted to find a theme and be less general than in the first or second posts explaining French expressions from Quebec. So today we are going to look at three expressions Lire la suite…
CHALLENGE #11 Ha! Les faux amis (false friends)! It’s a subject I love! Firstly, because when I teach French, it’s always amusing because my classes are the perfect place to practice and learn without offending anyone. However, it’s essential to recognize and master the faux amis (false friends), because what’s Lire la suite…
And how many do I need to know to be able to speak French. CHALLENGE #10 The hardest part of learning French is often not learning new words, but conjugating verbs. To compare the level of difficulty between French and English, let me tell you this anecdote about when I Lire la suite…
Challenge #8 Since so many of you liked the first article explaining four Quebec French expressions, I thought I’d introduce you to four more. Is there always a historical link? In the first article on expressions, I was able to explain the origin and history behind these Quebec expressions. As Lire la suite…
Challenge #6 Today, I would like to offer you something playful and fun. Something that doesn’t require you to remember grammatical rules or take into account numerous exceptions, while allowing you to greatly improve your pronunciation and, above all, the flow of your French speech. Today, I want to ask Lire la suite…
Défi #5
Je pense que l’explication de la différence entre “nous” et “on” est dans le top 5 des questions qu’on me pose au sujet du français.
Malheureusement, je remarque que la plupart du temps, les gens ont eu une explication trop brève, trop simpliste alors, ils sont un peu perdus avec ce concept.
Un peu à l’image de la différence entre “tu” et “vous”, nous pouvons rapidement nous rendre compte que les explications afin de maîtriser ces deux pronoms vont au-delà d’une simple phrase.
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