To err is human—as we all know—and we’d all make a great many mistakes if we didn’t proofread our work. A few simple tips can help reduce the number of mistakes we make, especially since they’re often the same ones… Here’s an example: in the image below, there’s an error that’s easy to spot and […]
Following up on the previous post, you have 5 seconds to find the mistake—which isn’t really that well hidden—in this Christmas tree… In fact, we can use this image to examine the characteristics of the present imperative, deduce the endings based on the verb group, and explore the unique feature of the verb “aller.” But
The imperative—you've got us in your grip…. Read More »
To successfully memorize all the current rules, all the nuances and exceptions that confirm or refute certain meanings of the French language, it might take several lifetimes… And even then, because with each new reform, there’s sometimes enough to make you lose your Latin… and your Greek at the same time! The first two videos
"Is it the fault of the spelling" or of those who use it for other purposes? Read More »
Today's question is from Amer Grine, from the group: French, Reading and Writing I’d really like to know how you managed to learn how to spell French words… The spelling is very difficult and has a lot of exceptions… How do you keep all those words in your head? Here’s my answer: Given that a
Spelling… The bane of foreign learners—but not only theirs… (Part 1) Read More »
Based on an excerpt from Guy de Maupassant's novel *Bel-Ami*. TEACHING STRATEGY: The primary objective is to have students read aloud using the “shadowing” method in order to achieve the best possible pronunciation while maintaining the proper intonation and adhering to the punctuation, which is very significant here. For each paragraph, students will then look
Pronunciation Exercise Using the "Shadowing" Method (Levels C1–C2) Read More »
