Part #2: The different forms of negation CHALLENGE #18 Welcome to the second part of our French negation challenge. In the first part, we saw how to form negation. If you missed it, I suggest you check it out before doing today’s challenge: the different forms of negation in French. Lire la suite…
Part #1: How to form it CHALLENGE #17 As in all languages, negation is used in French to express the opposite of a positive statement. The difference probably lies in the fact that in French, not only does it take two words to create the negation, but there are several 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…
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…
