French Grammar: Subjunctive with Doubt, Disbelief, or Possibility

… Identify: French Grammar: Subjunctive with Doubt, Disbelief, or Possibility la grammaire française: le subjonctif avec l’incertitude ou le déni Review: French Grammar: The Subjunctive – Basics Study: The subjunctive is used when we are uncertain whether or not an action will take place. If we know that the action is or will be a […]

French Grammar: Alternatives to the Passive Voice

… Identify: French Grammar: Alternatives to the Passive Voice la grammaire française: les alternatifs à la voix passive Study: In French as in English, verbs can be expressed in either the active voice or the passive voice.  In the active voice, the subject does the action of the verb.  In the passive voice, the action […]

French Grammar: The Passive Voice

… Identify: French Grammar: The Passive Voice la grammaire française: la voix passive Study: In French as in English, verbs can be expressed in either the active voice or the passive voice.  In the active voice, the subject does the action of the verb.  In the passive voice, the action of the verb is done […]

French Grammar: The Present Participle

… Identify: French Grammar: The Present Participle la grammaire française: le participe présent Study: The Present Participle is the general equivalent of using [-ING] in English. It can be used in a variety of functions including as adjectives, in verbal phrases, and in place of a relative clause. To form the Present Participle for almost all French […]

French Vocabulary: Asking For and Giving Directions

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Asking For and Giving Directions le vocabulaire français: demander son chemin et indiquer le chemin Navigation is a vital travel skill and important in cities all over the world. Use the right terms to request and receive directions to the right locations. Study: Also see the LEAF lessons on Navigation and […]

French Vocabulary: Computers

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Computers le vocabulaire français: les ordinateurs Terms associated with computer hardware, software, and accessories. Use computer terms to make international connections with others. Study: une barre d’outils : toolbar La barre d’outils est très utile. The toolbar is very helpful. un câble USB : USB cable Le câble USB est relié […]

French Vocabulary: Exercise and Healthy Lifestyles

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Exercise and Healthy Lifestyles le vocabulaire français: l’exercice et la bonne hygiène de vie Terms associated with healthy living and staying in shape. Engage with people in activities and physical fitness. Study: Good health is important for everyone, and getting exercise and having a healthy lifestyle (l’exercice et la bonne hygiène de […]

French Vocabulary: Literature and the Arts

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Literature and the Arts le vocabulaire français: la littérature et les arts Terms associated with literary and artistic pursuits. Use literature and arts terms to make international connections with others. Study: Every culture has its own body of literature and other art forms. Learn how to discuss literature and the arts […]

French Vocabulary: Popular Culture

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Popular Culture le vocabulaire français: la culture populaire Pop culture is the collective practices and customs widely accepted by the mainstream. Pop culture terms can create connections and facilitate international friendships. Study: Pop culture is everywhere! It impacts music, television, cinema, fashion, sports, technology, slang, and more! Sharing aspects of pop […]

French Vocabulary: Describing a City

… Identify: French Vocabulary: Describing a City le vocabulaire français: pour décrire une ville Terms for talking about the features of a typical city. Learn these terms to better appreciate all that cities around the world have to offer. Study: As in the United States, life in a big French-speaking city is very different from […]