basic set 1 Flashcards
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un (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Un” means “a” or “one” in English.
It is used before masculine singular nouns.
When to Use:
To refer to a single masculine noun (e.g., un chat → a cat).
When talking about one thing (e.g., un homme → one man).
Examples (using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J’ai un chat. → I have a cat.
2️⃣ Il est un homme. → He is a man.
3️⃣ Tu es un étudiant. → You are a student.
4️⃣ Il mange un croissant. → He is eating a croissant.
5️⃣ Un cheval est rapide. → A horse is fast.
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une (feminine)
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Meaning:
“Une” means “a” or “one” in English.
It is used before feminine singular nouns.
When to Use:
To refer to a single feminine noun (e.g., une femme → a woman).
When talking about one feminine thing (e.g., une orange → one orange).
Examples (using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est une femme. → She is a woman.
2️⃣ J’ai une orange. → I have an orange.
3️⃣ Tu es une étudiante. → You are a student (female).
4️⃣ Elle habite dans une université. → She lives in a university.
5️⃣ C’est une pizza délicieuse. → It’s a delicious pizza.
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chat (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Chat” means “cat” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “un” (for “a cat”) or “le” (for “the cat”).
Examples:
1️⃣ J’ai un chat. → I have a cat.
2️⃣ Un chat mange une pizza. → A cat is eating a pizza.
3️⃣ C’est un chat. → It is a cat.
4️⃣ Un chat habite ici. → A cat lives here.
5️⃣ Tu es un chat ? → Are you a cat?
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homme (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Homme” means “man” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “un” (for “a man”) or “l’” (for “the man” ).
Examples
1️⃣ Il est un homme. → He is a man.
2️⃣ Un homme parle français. → A man speaks French.
3️⃣ Un homme habite en Espagne. → A man lives in Spain.
4️⃣ C’est un homme américain. → It is an American man.
5️⃣ Un homme travaille à l’université. → A man works at the university.
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et
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Meaning:
“Et” means “and” in English.
When to Use:
To connect two words or two phrases.
Examples
1️⃣ Un homme et une femme. → A man and a woman.
2️⃣ Un chat et un chien. → A cat and a dog.
3️⃣ Tu parles français et anglais. → You speak French and English.
4️⃣ Il est étudiant et journaliste. → He is a student and a journalist.
5️⃣ Elle habite en Espagne et en Italie. → She lives in Spain and in Italy.
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garçon (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Garçon” means “boy” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “un” (for “a boy”).
Examples
1️⃣ Il est un garçon. → He is a boy.
2️⃣ Un garçon mange une pizza. → A boy is eating a pizza.
3️⃣ Un garçon habite en Angleterre. → A boy lives in England.
4️⃣ C’est un garçon espagnol. → He is a Spanish boy.
5️⃣ Un garçon parle anglais et français. → A boy speaks English and French.
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femme (feminine)
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Meaning:
“Femme” means “woman” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “une” (for “a woman”).
Examples
1️⃣ Elle est une femme. → She is a woman.
2️⃣ Une femme travaille à l’université. → A woman works at the university.
3️⃣ Une femme et un homme sont ici. → A woman and a man are here.
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suis
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Meaning:
“Suis” means “am” in English.
It is the first-person singular form of the verb “être” (to be).
When to Use:
Used with “je” (I) to say “I am”.
Examples
1️⃣ Je suis une femme. → I am a woman.
2️⃣ Je suis un étudiant. → I am a student (male).
3️⃣ Je suis en Espagne. → I am in Spain.
4️⃣ Je suis américain. → I am American (male).
5️⃣ Je suis journaliste. → I am a journalist.
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je
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Meaning:
“Je” means “I” in English.
When to Use:
Used as the subject pronoun for yourself (first person).
Always followed by a verb.
Examples
1️⃣ Je suis une fille. → I am a girl.
2️⃣ Je parle français. → I speak French.
3️⃣ Je travaille à l’université. → I work at the university.
4️⃣ Je mange un croissant. → I am eating a croissant.
5️⃣ Je habite en Italie. → I live in Italy.
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fille (feminine)
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Meaning:
“Fille” means “girl” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “une” (for “a girl”).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est une fille. → She is a girl.
2️⃣ Une fille mange une orange. → A girl is eating an orange.
3️⃣ Une fille et un garçon sont ici. → A girl and a boy are here.
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es
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Meaning:
“Es” means “are” in English.
It is the second-person singular form of the verb “être” (to be).
When to Use:
Used with “tu” (you - informal) to say “you are”.
Examples
1️⃣ Tu es un garçon. → You are a boy.
2️⃣ Tu es étudiant. → You are a student (male).
3️⃣ Tu es espagnol. → You are Spanish (male).
4️⃣ Tu es en Angleterre. → You are in England.
5️⃣ Tu es journaliste. → You are a journalist.
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c’est
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Meaning:
“C’est” means “It is” / “This is” / “That is” in English.
It is a contraction of “ce” (this/that) + “est” (is).
When to Use:
Used to introduce or describe something.
Can refer to people, things, or ideas.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ C’est un chat. → It is a cat.
2️⃣ C’est une femme. → She is a woman.
3️⃣ C’est un professeur. → He is a professor.
4️⃣ C’est un croissant français. → It is a French croissant.
5️⃣ C’est une bonne journée. → It is a good day.
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chien (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Chien” means “dog” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “un” (for “a dog”).
Examples
1️⃣ C’est un chien. → It is a dog.
2️⃣ Un chien mange une pizza. → A dog is eating a pizza.
3️⃣ Un chien habite ici. → A dog lives here.
4️⃣ Un chien et un chat sont en Angleterre. → A dog and a cat are in England.
5️⃣ Un chien travaille avec un journaliste. → A dog works with a journalist.
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cheval (masculine)
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Meaning:
“Cheval” means “horse” in English.
When to Use:
Can be used with “un” (for “a horse”).
Examples
1️⃣ C’est un cheval. → It is a horse.
2️⃣Un cheval mange une orange. → A horse is eating an orange.
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tu
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Meaning:
“Tu” means “you” (informal) in English.
Used when speaking to one person in a casual or friendly way.
When to Use:
When talking to friends, family, or someone younger.
Always followed by a verb.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu es un garçon. → You are a boy.
2️⃣ Tu parles français. → You speak French.
3️⃣ Tu habites en Italie. → You live in Italy.
4️⃣ Tu travailles à l’université. → You work at the university.
5️⃣ Tu manges une pizza. → You are eating a pizza.
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mange
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Meaning:
“Mange” means “eat” / “am eating” in English.
It is the first-person singular (je) and third-person singular (il/elle/on) form of the verb “manger” (to eat).
When to Use:
Used when talking about eating.
Used with je (I) and il/elle/on (he/she/one).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je mange un croissant. → I eat a croissant.
2️⃣ Il mange une pizza. → He is eating a pizza.
3️⃣ Elle mange une orange. → She is eating an orange.
4️⃣ Un garçon mange un croissant. → A boy is eating a croissant.
5️⃣ Une fille mange une pizza. → A girl is eating a pizza.
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manges
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Meaning:
“Manges” means “eat” / “are eating” in English.
It is the second-person singular (tu) form of the verb “manger” (to eat).
When to Use:
Used with “tu” (you - informal) to say “you eat” or “you are eating.”
Examples:
1️⃣ Tu manges une orange. → You are eating an orange.
2️⃣ Tu manges un croissant. → You eat a croissant.
3️⃣ Tu manges une pizza avec un garçon. → You are eating a pizza with a boy.
4️⃣ Tu manges et je mange. → You eat and I eat.
5️⃣ Tu manges ici. → You are eating here.
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Ça va
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Meaning:
“Ça va” means “How are you?” or “I’m fine.”
It is an informal way to ask and answer about well-being.
When to Use:
To ask someone how they are doing (Ça va ? → “How are you?”)
To respond when someone asks you (Ça va. → “I’m fine.”)
Can be followed by “bien” or “mal” for more detail:
Ça va bien. → “I’m doing well.”
Ça va mal. → “I’m not doing well.”
Examples
1️⃣ Bonjour ! Ça va ? → Hello! How are you?
2️⃣ Ça va bien, merci ! → I’m fine, thank you!
3️⃣ Tu es un étudiant ? Ça va ? → Are you a student? How are you?
4️⃣ Ça va avec toi ? → Are you okay?
5️⃣ Au revoir ! Ça va bien. → Goodbye! I am fine.
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oui
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Meaning:
“Oui” means “yes” in English.
When to Use:
To agree or confirm something.
As a response to a question.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu es un homme ? Oui. → Are you a man? Yes.
2️⃣ Tu manges une pizza ? Oui. → Are you eating a pizza? Yes.
3️⃣ Ça va bien ? Oui, merci ! → Are you doing well? Yes, thank you!
4️⃣ Tu parles français ? Oui ! → Do you speak French? Yes!
5️⃣ C’est un chat ? Oui, c’est un chat. → Is it a cat? Yes, it’s a cat.
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ça
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Meaning:
“Ça” means “this” or “that” in English.
It is an informal way to refer to something.
When to Use:
To point at or talk about something in a casual way.
Often used with “va” (Ça va ? → “How are you?”)
Used with “c’est” (C’est quoi ça ? → “What is this?”)
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Ça va ? → How are you?
2️⃣ Ça va bien ! → It’s going well!
3️⃣ C’est quoi, ça ? → What is this?
4️⃣ Ça, c’est un cheval. → That is a horse.
5️⃣ Tu aimes ça ? → Do you like this?
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où
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Meaning:
“Où” means “where” in English.
It is used to ask about a place or location.
When to Use:
In questions to ask where something is (Où es-tu ? → “Where are you?”)
In sentences to indicate a place (C’est où ? → “Where is it?”)
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Où es-tu ? → Where are you?
2️⃣ Où est le chat ? → Where is the cat?
3️⃣ Où habites-tu ? → Where do you live?
4️⃣ Où est l’université ? → Where is the university?
5️⃣ Où est le cheval ? → Where is the horse?
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Comment
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Meaning:
“Comment” means “how” or “what” (in some cases) in English.
It is used to ask about the way something happens or to request information.
When to Use:
In questions to ask how something is (Comment ça va ? → “How are you?”)
To ask for explanations or ways (Comment tu t’appelles ? → “What is your name?”)
Examples
1️⃣ Comment ça va ? → How are you?
2️⃣ Comment tu t’appelles ? → What is your name?
3️⃣ Comment est l’université ? → How is the university?
4️⃣ Comment habites-tu en Espagne ? → How do you live in Spain?
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bonjour
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Meaning:
“Bonjour” means “Good morning” or “Hello” in English.
It is a polite and formal greeting used in the morning and daytime.
When to Use:
When greeting someone politely.
When entering a shop, office, or meeting someone for the first time.
After evening, “Bonsoir” is used instead of “Bonjour.”
Examples
1️⃣ Bonjour, comment ça va ? → Hello, how are you?
2️⃣ Bonjour, tu es un étudiant ? → Good morning, are you a student?
3️⃣ Bonjour, bienvenue à l’université ! → Hello, welcome to the university!
4️⃣ Bonjour, je suis journaliste. → Good morning, I am a journalist.
5️⃣ Bonjour, tu habites en Espagne ? → Hello, do you live in Spain?
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bien
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Meaning:
“Bien” means “well”, “good”, or “fine” in English.
It is used to describe how someone or something is doing.
When to Use:
To say you are doing well (Ça va bien. → “I’m doing well.”)
To agree or approve of something (C’est bien. → “That’s good.”)
To describe quality (Il parle bien français. → “He speaks French well.”)
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Ça va bien, merci ! → I’m doing well, thank you!
2️⃣ C’est bien ! → That’s good!
3️⃣ Tu parles bien français ! → You speak French well!
4️⃣ Elle habite bien en Angleterre. → She really lives in England.
5️⃣ Il mange bien le croissant. → He eats the croissant well.
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merci
Meaning:
"Merci" means "Thank you" in English.
It is used to express gratitude or appreciation.
When to Use:
To thank someone politely.
Can be used alone or in a sentence.
To be extra polite, you can say "Merci beaucoup" (Thank you very much).
Examples
1️⃣ Merci, ça va bien ! → Thank you, I’m doing well!
2️⃣ Merci beaucoup, bonjour ! → Thank you very much, hello!
3️⃣ Merci, bienvenue en Espagne ! → Thank you, welcome to Spain!
4️⃣ Merci, tu es un bon professeur. → Thank you, you are a good teacher.
5️⃣ Merci, au revoir ! → Thank you, goodbye!
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très
"Très" means "very" in English.
It is used to intensify an adjective or adverb, indicating something is to a high degree.
When to Use:
To express something that is "very" or "extremely".
Commonly used with adjectives or adverbs to describe how intense or strong something is.
Examples:
1️⃣ C’est très bon ! → It’s very good!
2️⃣ Je suis très bien, merci ! → I am very well, thank you!
3️⃣ Il parle très bien anglais. → He speaks English very well.
4️⃣ La pizza est très délicieuse. → The pizza is very delicious.
5️⃣ Tu es très gentille. → You are very kind.
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e
Meaning:
"e" is a part of verb conjugations or used in the formation of the present tense in French.
It is commonly used for conjugating -er verbs in the first person singular (je), meaning "I".
When to Use:
Used with verbs like parler (to speak), manger (to eat), etc., when conjugating for "I" (je).
Examples
1️⃣ Je parle français. → I speak French.
2️⃣ Je mange une pizza. → I eat a pizza.
3️⃣ Je travaille ici. → I work here.
4️⃣ Je suis étudiante. → I am a student.
5️⃣ Je vais à l'université. → I go to the university.
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ci
Meaning:
"Ci" is a French word that means "here" or "this" in English.
It is used to refer to something nearby or close in the present moment.
When to Use:
It's used to emphasize the proximity of something or something being close to the speaker.
Often used in phrases like "ici" (here) or "par ici" (this way).
Examples
1️⃣ Je suis ici. → I am here.
2️⃣ Viens ici. → Come here.
3️⃣ Le chat est ici. → The cat is here.
4️⃣ C’est ici le restaurant ? → Is the restaurant here?
5️⃣ Reste ici avec moi. → Stay here with me.
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Bonsoir
Meaning:
"Bonsoir" means "Good evening" in English.
It is used as a greeting in the evening (after around 6 p.m.) and is a more formal way to say "hello" in the evening.
When to Use:
You use it when greeting someone in the evening.
"Bonsoir" is typically used until about bedtime. After that, you would say "bonne nuit" (good night).
Examples:
1️⃣ Bonsoir, comment ça va ? → Good evening, how are you?
2️⃣ Bonsoir, tu vas bien ? → Good evening, are you doing well?
3️⃣ Bonsoir, bienvenue à l'hôtel ! → Good evening, welcome to the hotel!
4️⃣ Bonsoir, je suis professeur. → Good evening, I am a teacher.
5️⃣ Bonsoir, à demain ! → Good evening, see you tomorrow!
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salut
"Salut" means "Hi" or "Hello" in English.
It is an informal greeting used among friends, family, or people you are familiar with. It’s like saying "Hey!" or "Hello!" in a casual manner.
When to Use:
"Salut" is used for a more casual and friendly greeting, often in the daytime or when you are speaking to people you know well.
It’s more relaxed compared to "Bonjour" or "Bonsoir", which are used in formal or respectful contexts.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Salut, ça va ? → Hi, how are you?
2️⃣ Salut, tu manges quoi ? → Hi, what are you eating?
3️⃣ Salut, bienvenue ici ! → Hi, welcome here!
4️⃣ Salut, comment tu t’appelles ? → Hi, what’s your name?
5️⃣ Salut, à bientôt ! → Hi, see you soon!
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toi
"Toi" means "You" in English.
It is used when referring to someone informally, especially in a conversational or familiar setting.
When to Use:
You use "toi" when emphasizing "you" in a sentence.
It is often used after a preposition (like "avec" (with), "pour" (for), etc.).
"Toi" is informal and should be used with friends, family, or people of the same age group.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Comment ça va, toi ? → How are you?
2️⃣ C’est pour toi. → This is for you.
3️⃣ Salut, toi ! → Hey, you!
4️⃣ Tu habites ici, toi ? → Do you live here?
5️⃣ Je vais au restaurant avec toi. → I am going to the restaurant with you.
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Bienvenue
"Bienvenue" means "Welcome" in English.
It is used to greet someone warmly when they arrive at a place.
When to Use:
You use "Bienvenue" when welcoming someone to a home, event, city, or country.
It can be used alone or in a sentence to specify where someone is welcome.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Bienvenue à l’hôtel ! → Welcome to the hotel!
2️⃣ Bienvenue en Angleterre ! → Welcome to England!
3️⃣ Bonjour et bienvenue ! → Hello and welcome!
4️⃣ Bienvenue à l’université ! → Welcome to the university!
5️⃣ Bienvenue ici, comment ça va ? → Welcome here, how are you?
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À bientôt
"À bientôt" means "See you soon" in English.
It is used when saying goodbye to someone, but expecting to see them again soon.
When to Use:
You use "À bientôt" in both formal and informal situations.
It is often used when parting ways with friends, colleagues, or acquaintances but not for long absences.
Examples
1️⃣ Au revoir et à bientôt ! → Goodbye and see you soon!
2️⃣ À bientôt, bonsoir ! → See you soon, good evening!
3️⃣ Salut, à bientôt ! → Bye, see you soon!
4️⃣ À bientôt à l’université ! → See you soon at the university!
5️⃣ Merci et à bientôt ! → Thank you and see you soon!
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Au revoir
"Au revoir" means "Goodbye" in English.
It is a formal and polite way to say goodbye when leaving someone.
When to Use:
You use "Au revoir" in both formal and informal situations.
It is often used when parting ways, whether you will see the person again soon or not.
Examples
1️⃣ Au revoir et à bientôt ! → Goodbye and see you soon!
2️⃣ Merci et au revoir ! → Thank you and goodbye!
3️⃣ Au revoir, bonne journée ! → Goodbye, have a good day!
4️⃣ Bonsoir et au revoir ! → Good evening and goodbye!
5️⃣ Au revoir, je vais à l’aéroport. → Goodbye, I am going to the airport.
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Enchanté
"Enchanté" (for males) and "Enchantée" (for females) mean "Nice to meet you" in English.
It is used when meeting someone for the first time.
When to Use:
You use "Enchanté(e)" in both formal and informal situations.
It’s a polite way to express pleasure when introduced to someone.
The extra "e" in "Enchantée" is only for women (but it sounds the same in speech).
Examples
1️⃣ Bonjour, enchanté ! → Hello, nice to meet you!
2️⃣ Enchanté, je suis étudiant. → Nice to meet you, I am a student.
3️⃣ Salut, enchantée ! → Hi, nice to meet you! (spoken by a woman)
4️⃣ Enchanté, tu parles français ? → Nice to meet you, do you speak French?
5️⃣ Je suis mexicain, enchanté ! → I am Mexican, nice to meet you!"Enchanté" (for males) and "Enchantée" (for females) mean "Nice to meet you" in English.
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Bonne journée
Meaning:
"Bonne journée" means "Have a good day" in English.
It is used when saying goodbye to wish someone a pleasant day.
When to Use:
You use "Bonne journée" when leaving someone in the morning or afternoon.
It is polite and commonly used in shops, workplaces, or with friends and family.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Au revoir et bonne journée ! → Goodbye and have a good day!
2️⃣ Merci, bonne journée à toi ! → Thank you, have a good day!
3️⃣ Bonne journée, je vais au restaurant. → Have a good day, I am going to the restaurant.
4️⃣ Enchanté, bonne journée ! → Nice to meet you, have a good day!
5️⃣ Tu vas à l’aéroport ? Bonne journée ! → Are you going to the airport? Have a good day!
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au
Meaning:
"Au" means "to the" or "at the" in English.
It is used before a masculine singular noun to indicate location or direction.
When to Use:
"Au" = "à" (to/at) + "le" (the) (it combines into "au").
You use "au" when talking about going to or being at a masculine place.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais au restaurant. → I am going to the restaurant.
2️⃣ Tu es au restaurant ? → Are you at the restaurant?
3️⃣ Bonne journée, je vais au travail. → Have a good day, I am going to work.
4️⃣ Il est au restaurant avec un ami. → He is at the restaurant with a friend.
5️⃣ Bienvenue au restaurant ! → Welcome to the restaurant!
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Beaucoup
Meaning:
"Beaucoup" means "a lot" or "very much" in English.
It is used to express a large quantity or intensity of something.
When to Use:
"Beaucoup de" → Used before nouns to mean "a lot of" (e.g., beaucoup de travail → a lot of work).
"Merci beaucoup" → Means "Thank you very much" (common polite phrase).
"J'aime beaucoup" → Means "I like it a lot".
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Merci beaucoup ! → Thank you very much!
2️⃣ Je parle beaucoup français. → I speak French a lot.
3️⃣ Tu travailles beaucoup ? → Do you work a lot?
4️⃣ Il mange beaucoup de pizza. → He eats a lot of pizza.
5️⃣ J'aime beaucoup l'université. → I like the university a lot.
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eau
Meaning:
"Eau" means "water" in English.
It is a feminine noun (so when using an article, you say "l’eau" or "de l’eau").
When to Use:
Used to talk about drinking water or bodies of water (rivers, lakes, etc.).
Often used with "boire" (to drink) or "de l’eau" (some water).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je bois de l’eau. → I drink water.
2️⃣ Tu veux de l’eau ? → Do you want some water?
3️⃣ Il y a de l’eau au restaurant. → There is water at the restaurant.
4️⃣ Merci, je prends de l’eau. → Thank you, I’ll take some water.
5️⃣ Bonne journée, bois de l’eau ! → Have a good day, drink water!
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Bonne soirée
Meaning:
"Bonne soirée" means "Have a good evening" in English.
It is used when leaving someone in the evening (after 6 PM).
When to Use:
"Bonne journée" → Used for daytime (morning/afternoon).
"Bonne soirée" → Used for the evening (when leaving someone at night but before bedtime).
"Bonne nuit" → Means "Good night" (used before sleeping).
Examples
1️⃣ Au revoir et bonne soirée ! → Goodbye and have a good evening!
2️⃣ Merci, bonne soirée à toi ! → Thank you, have a good evening!
3️⃣ Tu es au restaurant ? Bonne soirée ! → Are you at the restaurant? Have a good evening!
4️⃣ Je vais à l’hôtel, bonne soirée ! → I am going to the hotel, have a good evening!
5️⃣ Bonne soirée, à demain ! → Have a good evening, see you tomorrow!
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À demain
Meaning:
"À demain" means "See you tomorrow" in English.
It is a common way to say goodbye when you expect to see someone the next day.
When to Use:
You use "À demain" when you're parting ways with someone and plan to meet again the next day.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Au revoir, à demain ! → Goodbye, see you tomorrow!
2️⃣ Bonne soirée, à demain ! → Have a good evening, see you tomorrow!
3️⃣ Je travaille demain, à demain ! → I work tomorrow, see you tomorrow!
4️⃣ Tu vas à l’université demain ? À demain ! → Are you going to the university tomorrow? See you tomorrow!
5️⃣ À demain, bonne nuit ! → See you tomorrow, good night!
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Bonne nuit
Meaning:
"Bonne nuit" means "Good night" in English.
It is used to wish someone a peaceful night, especially when you are parting ways before going to bed.
When to Use:
"Bonne nuit" is said before going to sleep or when leaving someone for the night.
It's a polite way to wish someone a restful night.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Bonne nuit, à demain ! → Good night, see you tomorrow!
2️⃣ Bonne nuit, tu vas à l'hôtel ? → Good night, are you going to the hotel?
3️⃣ Merci, bonne nuit ! → Thank you, good night!
4️⃣ Tu travailles demain ? Bonne nuit ! → Are you working tomorrow? Good night!
5️⃣ Bonne nuit, je vais à l'aéroport. → Good night, I am going to the airport.
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est
Meaning:
"Est" is the third person singular form of the verb "être" which means "to be" in English.
"Est" means "is" and is used for he, she, or it.
When to Use:
Use "est" to talk about someone's state, condition, or identity (e.g., "He is," "She is," "It is").
It is used when giving descriptions, professions, or locations.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est professeur. → He is a teacher.
2️⃣ Elle est française. → She is French.
3️⃣ C’est un chat. Il est mignon. → It’s a cat. It is cute.
4️⃣ Tu es étudiant ? → Are you a student?
5️⃣ Il est à l’université. → He is at the university.
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Français, francaise
Meaning:
"Français" means "French" in English.
It can refer to the language (le français) or to a person from France (un Français).
When to Use:
"Français" is used to describe someone from France or when referring to the French language.
It can also refer to things that are French in origin or style.
It is used as an adjective or noun depending on the context.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je parle français. → I speak French.
2️⃣ Il est français. → He is French.
3️⃣ Elle est française. → She is French.
4️⃣ Tu étudies le français ? → Are you studying French?
5️⃣ Ils habitent en France. Ils sont français. → They live in France. They are French.
Use "française" to describe a female who is from France or speaks French.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est française. → She is French.
2️⃣ Elle parle français. → She speaks French.
3️⃣ Tu connais une femme française ? → Do you know a French woman?
4️⃣ Elle est une étudiante française. → She is a French student.
5️⃣ Elle travaille à l'université en France. → She works at the university in France.
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ai
Meaning:
"Ai" is the first person singular form of the verb "avoir" which means "to have" in English.
"Ai" means "I have" and is used when you want to talk about things you own, experience, or have in a specific context.
When to Use:
Use "ai" to indicate possession, actions, or experiences that you have.
It is used to express things you own, things you feel, or things that exist for you (e.g., "I have a book," "I have a question").
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J'ai un chat. → I have a cat.
2️⃣ J'ai une fille. → I have a daughter.
3️⃣ J'ai étudié en Angleterre. → I studied in England.
4️⃣ J'ai un croissant. → I have a croissant.
5️⃣ J'ai de l'eau. → I have water.
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Parle, Parles
Meaning:
"Parle" is the first person singular form of the verb "parler", which means "to speak" in English.
"Parle" means "I speak" or "he/she speaks" depending on the context.
When to Use:
Use "parle" when you want to express speaking or talking in the present tense.
It is used when saying what you or someone else is speaking in a particular language.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je parle anglais. → I speak English.
2️⃣ Il parle français. → He speaks French.
3️⃣ Elle parle espagnol. → She speaks Spanish.
4️⃣ Tu parles à l’université ? → Are you speaking at the university?
5️⃣ Je parle avec un professeur. → I speak with a teacher.
Meaning:
"Parles" is the conjugated form of the verb "parler", meaning "to speak" or "to talk".
"Parles" is used with the informal "tu" (you) to mean "you speak" or "you talk".
When to Use:
Use "parles" when talking about what someone (informal "you") speaks.
It's commonly used when asking or telling someone about language skills or speaking ability.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu parles français. → You speak French.
2️⃣ Tu parles anglais ? → Do you speak English?
3️⃣ Tu parles espagnol ? → Do you speak Spanish?
4️⃣ Tu parles avec une amie ? → Are you talking with a friend?
5️⃣ Tu parles bien ! → You speak well!
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anglais, anglaise
Meaning:
"Anglais" means "English" in English.
It can refer to the English language (le anglais)
When to Use:
"Anglais" is used when referring to the English language or someone from England.
It is an adjective when describing something related to England or the English language.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je parle anglais. → I speak English.
2️⃣ Elle est anglaise. → She is English.
3️⃣ Il parle anglais. → He speaks English.
4️⃣ Tu es anglais ? → Are you English?
5️⃣ Je travaille avec un journaliste anglais. → I work with an English journalist.
Use "anglaise" to describe a female who is from England or speaks English.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est anglaise. → She is English.
2️⃣ Tu connais une femme anglaise ? → Do you know an English woman?
3️⃣ Elle parle anglais. → She speaks English.
4️⃣ Elle travaille avec une journaliste anglaise. → She works with an English journalist (female).
5️⃣ Elle est une étudiante anglaise à l'université. → She is an English student at the university.
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an
Meaning:
"An" means "year" in English.
It refers to a specific year or a unit of time consisting of 365 days (or 366 days in a leap year).
When to Use:
"An" is used when talking about a specific year or the duration of a year.
It can also be used when saying how old someone is or talking about events that occurred within a year.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J’ai un an. → I am one year old.
2️⃣ Elle a un an. → She is one year old.
3️⃣ Il travaille depuis un an. → He has been working for one year.
4️⃣ J’étudie depuis un an. → I have been studying for one year.
5️⃣ Tu as quel âge ? Un an ou deux ? → How old are you? One year or two?
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elle
Meaning:
"Elle" means "she" in English.
It is a pronoun used to refer to a female subject.
When to Use:
Use "elle" when talking about a woman or girl. It’s used to refer to someone already mentioned or someone you’re talking about.
It can be used as the subject of the sentence to talk about what she is doing or what is happening to her.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est étudiante. → She is a student.
2️⃣ Elle habite en Espagne. → She lives in Spain.
3️⃣ Elle parle espagnol. → She speaks Spanish.
4️⃣ Elle travaille avec un professeur. → She works with a teacher.
5️⃣ Elle mange un croissant. → She is eating a croissant.
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il
Meaning:
"Il" means "he" in English.
It is a pronoun used to refer to a male subject or to describe an inanimate object (for example, a book or a dog).
In French, "il" is used to refer to he, it, or a masculine subject.
When to Use:
Use "il" when talking about a man or boy.
"Il" is also used to refer to a masculine noun (e.g., a male animal or object).
It can also be used to refer to the weather (like it is in English).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est professeur. → He is a teacher.
2️⃣ Il habite en Angleterre. → He lives in England.
3️⃣ Il parle anglais. → He speaks English.
4️⃣ Il mange une pizza. → He is eating a pizza.
5️⃣ Il travaille à l’université. → He works at the university.
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s'appelle
When to Use:
Use "s'appelle" to talk about someone's name in French.
It is used in the third person singular (he, she, it) to ask or say what someone is called.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il s'appelle Pierre. → His name is Pierre.
2️⃣ Elle s'appelle Marie. → Her name is Marie.
3️⃣ Comment il s'appelle ? → What is his name?
4️⃣ Elle s'appelle Sophie et elle est française. → Her name is Sophie, and she is French.
5️⃣ Tu t'appelles comment ? → What is your name?
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Comment tu t'appelles ?
Meaning:
"Comment tu t'appelles ?" means "What is your name?" in English.
It is a common way to ask someone for their name in informal situations, usually used with friends, people of the same age, or people you are familiar with.
The verb "s'appeler" (to be called) is used here, and "tu" is the informal way to say "you."
When to Use:
Use "Comment tu t'appelles ?" when asking someone their name informally.
It's a direct and friendly way to get to know someone's name.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Comment tu t'appelles ? → What is your name?
2️⃣ Comment tu t'appelles, mon ami ? → What is your name, my friend?
3️⃣ Excuse-moi, comment tu t'appelles ? → Excuse me, what is your name?
4️⃣ Salut, comment tu t'appelles ? → Hi, what is your name?
5️⃣ Tu t'appelles comment ? → What is your name?
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espagnole, espagnol
Meaning:
"Espagnole" means "Spanish" and refers to a female person from Spain.
It is the feminine form of "espagnol", which refers to a male person or masculine subject from Spain.
When to Use:
Use "espagnole" to describe a female who is from Spain or speaks Spanish.
It can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to Spain in a feminine form (e.g., a Spanish woman).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Elle est espagnole. → She is Spanish.
2️⃣ Elle parle espagnol. → She speaks Spanish.
Use "espagnol" to describe a male who is from Spain or speaks Spanish.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est espagnol. → He is Spanish.
2️⃣ Il parle espagnol. → He speaks Spanish.
3️⃣ Tu connais un homme espagnol ? → Do you know a Spanish man?
4️⃣ Il est un étudiant espagnol. → He is a Spanish student.
5️⃣ Il travaille avec un professeur espagnol. → He works with a Spanish professor.
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americain, americaine
Meaning:
"Américain" refers to a male person from America (United States) or anything masculine related to America.
"Américaine" refers to a female person from America (United States) or anything feminine related to America.
Both words also mean "American" in English, but they change depending on the gender of the person or the context.
When to Use:
Use "américain" to describe a male person from America.
Use "américaine" to describe a female person from America.
These words can also be used as adjectives to describe things related to America in a masculine or feminine form.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est américain. → He is American.
2️⃣ Elle est américaine. → She is American.
3️⃣ Il parle anglais et il est américain. → He speaks English and he is American.
4️⃣ Elle travaille avec un journaliste américain. → She works with an American journalist (male).
5️⃣ Elle est une étudiante américaine. → She is an American student (female).
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À
Meaning:
"À" is a preposition in French, and it typically means "to," "at," or "in" in English, depending on the context.
It is used to indicate direction, location, time, or possession.
When to Use:
"À" is used when indicating:
Location or place (e.g., "at the airport")
Direction or movement (e.g., "going to the restaurant")
Time (e.g., "at 3 PM")
Possession or relationship (e.g., "the book is at my place")
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais à l'aéroport. → I am going to the airport.
2️⃣ Elle travaille à l'université. → She works at the university.
3️⃣ Tu vas à l'hôtel ? → Are you going to the hotel?
4️⃣ À demain ! → See you tomorrow!
5️⃣ Nous allons à l'école. → We are going to the school.
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die
Meaning:
"Die" is a conjugated form of the verb "devoir", meaning "to have to" or "must".
Specifically, "die" is the form used with the subject "je" (I) in the present tense, meaning "I must" or "I have to".
When to Use:
"Die" is used to express necessity, obligation, or something that needs to be done.
Use it when talking about things you must do or things that are necessary for you.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je die étudier pour l'examen. → I must study for the exam.
2️⃣ Je die aller à l'université. → I must go to the university.
3️⃣ Je die parler anglais. → I must speak English.
4️⃣ Je die travailler aujourd'hui. → I must work today.
5️⃣ Je die prendre l'avion à 6 heures. → I must take the plane at 6 o'clock.
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Étudiante, Étudiant
Meaning:
"Étudiante" means "student" (female).
The masculine form is "étudiant."
When to Use:
Use "étudiante" when referring to a female student.
It is commonly used in schools, universities, or when talking about someone’s studies.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je suis étudiante à l'université. → I am a student at the university.
2️⃣ Elle est étudiante en Angleterre. → She is a student in England.
3️⃣ Tu es étudiante ? → Are you a student?
4️⃣ L'étudiante parle français. → The student speaks French.
5️⃣ Elle travaille et elle est étudiante. → She works and she is a student.
Meaning:
"Étudiant" means "student" (male).
The female form is "étudiante."
When to Use:
Use "étudiant" when referring to a male student.
Commonly used in schools, universities, or when talking about someone’s studies.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est étudiant à l'université. → He is a student at the university.
2️⃣ L'étudiant parle anglais et français. → The student speaks English and French.
3️⃣ Tu es étudiant ? → Are you a student?
4️⃣ L'étudiant habite en Espagne. → The student lives in Spain.
5️⃣ Il travaille et il est étudiant. → He works and he is a student.
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Habite, habites
Meaning:
"Habite" is the conjugated form of the verb "habiter", which means "to live" or "to reside."
Specifically, "habite" is used with the subject "je" (I) in the present tense, meaning "I live" or "I reside."
When to Use:
Use "habite" to talk about where you live or where you reside. It's used for expressing your current living situation.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je habite en Angleterre. → I live in England.
2️⃣ Je habite à l'hôtel. → I live at the hotel.
3️⃣ Je habite dans une grande maison. → I live in a big house.
4️⃣ Je habite ici. → I live here.
5️⃣ Je habite près de la gare. → I live near the train station.
Word: Habites
Meaning:
"Habites" is the conjugated form of the verb "habiter", which means "to live" or "to reside."
Specifically, "habites" is used with the subject "tu" (you, singular informal) in the present tense, meaning "you live" or "you reside."
When to Use:
Use "habites" when talking to someone informally (a friend, family member, or someone you know well) about where they live or where they reside.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu habites à Paris ? → Do you live in Paris?
2️⃣ Tu habites avec ta famille ? → Do you live with your family?
3️⃣ Où habites-tu ? → Where do you live?
4️⃣ Tu habites dans une maison ou un appartement ? → Do you live in a house or an apartment?
5️⃣ Tu habites près de l'aéroport ? → Do you live near the airport?
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j'
Meaning:
"J'" is the contraction of "je" (which means "I" in French) when the next word starts with a vowel sound or a silent "h."
"J'" is used to make speech smoother and easier, as it prevents the awkward pronunciation of two vowel sounds next to each other.
When to Use:
Use "J'" when the verb or noun that follows starts with a vowel sound or a silent "h."
It’s commonly used when saying things like "I am," "I have," "I can," etc.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J'ai un chat. → I have a cat.
2️⃣ J'habite en Espagne. → I live in Spain.
3️⃣ J'étudie à l'université. → I study at the university.
4️⃣ J'aime la pizza. → I love pizza.
5️⃣ J'irai à l'aéroport. → I will go to the airport.
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Travaille, Travailles
Meaning:
"Travaille" is the conjugated form of the verb "travailler", which means "to work."
"Travaille" is used with "je" (I), meaning "I work."
When to Use:
Use "travaille" when talking about your own job or work.
It can refer to working at a job, studying, or putting effort into something.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je travaille à l'hôtel. → I work at the hotel.
2️⃣ Je travaille en Angleterre. → I work in England.
3️⃣ Je travaille avec un professeur. → I work with a teacher.
4️⃣ Je travaille beaucoup. → I work a lot.
5️⃣ Je travaille à l'aéroport. → I work at the airport.
Meaning:
"Travailles" is the conjugated form of "travailler" (to work) used with "tu" (you, singular informal).
It means "you work" or "you are working."
When to Use:
Use "travailles" when speaking informally to someone (a friend, family member, or someone you know well) about their work.
Can refer to a job, studying, or making an effort.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu travailles à l'aéroport ? → Do you work at the airport?
2️⃣ Où travailles-tu ? → Where do you work?
3️⃣ Tu travailles avec un professeur ? → Do you work with a teacher?
4️⃣ Tu travailles beaucoup. → You work a lot.
5️⃣ Tu travailles en Espagne ? → Do you work in Spain?
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ici
Meaning:
"Ici" means "here."
It is used to indicate a place close to the speaker.
When to Use:
Use "ici" when talking about your current location or pointing to a place nearby.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je suis ici. → I am here.
2️⃣ Tu habites ici ? → Do you live here?
3️⃣ Bienvenue ici ! → Welcome here!
4️⃣ L'université est ici. → The university is here.
5️⃣ Elle travaille ici. → She works here.
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eu
Meaning:
"Eu" is the past participle of "avoir" (to have), meaning "had."
Used in the passé composé (past tense) with "j'ai" (I have).
When to Use:
Use "eu" when talking about something you had in the past.
Always used with "avoir" (e.g., "j'ai eu" → "I had").
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J'ai eu un chat. → I had a cat.
2️⃣ Elle a eu un cheval. → She had a horse.
3️⃣ Tu as eu une pizza ? → Did you have a pizza?
4️⃣ Il a eu un croissant. → He had a croissant.
5️⃣ Nous avons eu une bonne journée. → We had a good day.
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avec
Meaning:
"Avec" means "with."
It is used to show association, accompaniment, or possession.
When to Use:
Use "avec" when talking about being with someone or having something with you.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je parle avec un étudiant. → I am talking with a student.
2️⃣ Tu manges une pizza avec un croissant ? → Are you eating a pizza with a croissant?
3️⃣ Elle habite avec un journaliste. → She lives with a journalist.
4️⃣ Il travaille avec une professeur. → He works with a professor.
5️⃣ Je vais au restaurant avec toi. → I am going to the restaurant with you.
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en
Meaning:
"En" means "in" or "to" (for countries, languages, and certain abstract concepts).
It can also mean "of it" or "some" in some cases.
When to Use:
Location/Nationality → Used with feminine countries (e.g., en France = in France).
Language → Used with languages (Je parle en français = I speak in French).
Means of Transport → Used for planes, trains, buses (en avion = by plane).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ J'habite en Espagne. → I live in Spain.
2️⃣ Elle parle en anglais et en français. → She speaks in English and in French.
3️⃣ Tu voyages en avion ? → Are you traveling by plane?
4️⃣ Il travaille en Angleterre. → He works in England.
5️⃣ Je vais en Italie demain. → I am going to Italy tomorrow.
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Angleterre
Meaning:
"Angleterre" means "England."
It refers to the country that is part of the United Kingdom.
When to Use:
Use "Angleterre" when talking about England as a country or a place.
It is always used in the feminine form (because it refers to a country).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il habite en Angleterre. → He lives in England.
2️⃣ Tu vas en Angleterre ? → Are you going to England?
3️⃣ Elle travaille en Angleterre. → She works in England.
4️⃣ Je parle avec un étudiant d'Angleterre. → I am talking with a student from England.
5️⃣ Nous allons en Angleterre demain. → We are going to England tomorrow.
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Espagne
Meaning:
"Espagne" means "Spain."
It refers to the country Spain in Southern Europe.
When to Use:
Use "Espagne" when talking about the country Spain or location related to Spain.
It is used in the feminine form (because it refers to a country).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais en Espagne. → I am going to Spain.
2️⃣ Elle habite en Espagne. → She lives in Spain.
3️⃣ Tu travailles en Espagne ? → Do you work in Spain?
4️⃣ Il parle avec des étudiants d'Espagne. → He is talking with students from Spain.
5️⃣ Nous allons en Espagne cet été. → We are going to Spain this summer.
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non
Meaning:
"Non" means "no."
It is used to express negation or to refuse something.
When to Use:
Use "non" to answer a question negatively or to disagree with something.
It is one of the simplest words used for refusal or denial.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu as un chat ? Non, je n'ai pas de chat. → Do you have a cat? No, I don't have a cat.
2️⃣ Il est espagnol ? Non, il est américain. → Is he Spanish? No, he is American.
3️⃣ Tu veux une pizza ? Non, merci. → Do you want a pizza? No, thank you.
4️⃣ Elle parle anglais ? Non, elle parle français. → Does she speak English? No, she speaks French.
5️⃣ Tu vas en Espagne demain ? Non, je vais en Italie. → Are you going to Spain tomorrow? No, I am going to Italy.
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Étudies, Étudie
Word: Étudies
Meaning:
"Étudies" is the second-person singular form of the verb "étudier" (to study) in the present tense.
It means "you study" or "you are studying" when addressing one person informally.
When to Use:
Use "étudies" when talking directly to someone (informally) about studying.
It is used in conversations when referring to the action of studying that the person is doing.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu étudies à l'université. → You study at the university.
2️⃣ Est-ce que tu étudies l'anglais ? → Do you study English?
3️⃣ Tu étudies avec des amis ? → Are you studying with friends?
4️⃣ Tu étudies l'espagnol ou l'italien ? → Do you study Spanish or Italian?
5️⃣ Tu étudies ici, n'est-ce pas ? → You study here, don't you?
Meaning:
"Étudie" is the conjugated form of the verb "étudier", which means "to study."
Specifically, "étudie" is used with the subject "je" (I) in the present tense, meaning "I study" or "I am studying."
When to Use:
Use "étudie" when referring to your own studying or to express that you are currently engaged in studying.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je étudie le français. → I study French.
2️⃣ Je étudie à l'université. → I study at the university.
3️⃣ Je étudie pour mon examen. → I study for my exam.
4️⃣ Je étudie l'anglais et l'espagnol. → I study English and Spanish.
5️⃣ Je étudie tous les jours. → I study every day
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on
Word: On
Meaning:
"On" is an indefinite pronoun that is used in French to refer to "we," "one," or "people" in general.
It is equivalent to the English "we" in casual speech, but it can also mean "one" (as in a general statement), or "they" depending on the context.
When to Use:
Use "on" when talking about a group of people (like "we") or making general statements.
"On" is commonly used in spoken French instead of "nous" (we) to make sentences more informal.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ On va à l'école. → We are going to school.
2️⃣ On parle anglais ici. → We speak English here.
3️⃣ On mange bien au restaurant. → They eat well at the restaurant.
4️⃣ On étudie ensemble à l'université. → We study together at the university.
5️⃣ On travaille avec des étudiants étrangers. → We work with international students.
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Journaliste
Journaliste
Meaning:
"Journaliste" means "journalist" in English.
It refers to a person who writes or reports news for newspapers, magazines, television, or other media outlets.
The word is used for both male and female journalists (gender-neutral).
When to Use:
Use "journaliste" when talking about someone who works in journalism, particularly in news writing, reporting, or media work.
The word can be used for any gender in French.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Il est journaliste en Angleterre. → He is a journalist in England.
2️⃣ Elle est journaliste à la télévision. → She is a journalist on television.
3️⃣ Je veux devenir journaliste. → I want to become a journalist.
4️⃣ Le journaliste travaille avec des étudiants. → The journalist works with students.
5️⃣ Tu es journaliste ? → Are you a journalist?
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Italie
Word: Italie
Meaning:
"Italie" means "Italy" in English.
It is the name of the country located in southern Europe, known for its rich history, culture, and cuisine.
When to Use:
Use "Italie" when referring to the country Italy.
It can be used to talk about anything related to the country, such as its people, language, culture, or geographical location.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais en Italie cet été. → I am going to Italy this summer.
2️⃣ Elle habite en Italie. → She lives in Italy.
3️⃣ Tu veux visiter l'Italie ? → Do you want to visit Italy?
4️⃣ Il travaille en Italie comme professeur. → He works in Italy as a professor.
5️⃣ L'Italie est un pays magnifique. → Italy is a beautiful country.
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ha
Word: Ha
Meaning:
"Ha" is an interjection in French, similar to saying "Ah" in English.
It expresses a feeling of realization, surprise, or exclamation. It is often used when something becomes clear or when someone remembers something.
When to Use:
Use "ha" when you realize something, or in moments of surprise, understanding, or relief.
It is informal and used to express emotions in conversation.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Ha, je comprends maintenant ! → Ah, I understand now!
2️⃣ Ha, tu parles espagnol aussi ! → Ah, you speak Spanish too!
3️⃣ Ha, c'est toi le journaliste ! → Ah, you are the journalist!
4️⃣ Ha, je n'avais pas vu le cheval ! → Ah, I didn’t see the horse!
5️⃣ Ha, il est en Angleterre maintenant ! → Ah, he is in England now!
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gare
Meaning:
"Gare" means "station" in English.
It refers to a train station or railway station where trains arrive and depart.
When to Use:
Use "gare" when referring to a train station.
It can be used for both bus stations and train stations in general contexts, but it's most commonly associated with trains.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais à la gare. → I am going to the station.
2️⃣ Il attend à la gare pour le train. → He is waiting at the station for the train.
3️⃣ Tu veux prendre le train à la gare ? → Do you want to take the train at the station?
4️⃣ La gare est près de l'hôtel. → The station is near the hotel.
5️⃣ Elle arrive à la gare à 10 heures. → She arrives at the station at 10 o’clock.
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la, le
Word: La
Meaning:
"La" is a definite article in French, which means "the" in English.
It is used before feminine singular nouns to indicate a specific object or person.
"La" is used for feminine nouns only (e.g., "la fille" = the girl, "la femme" = the woman).
When to Use:
Use "la" when referring to something that is specific and feminine in gender.
It is used before a singular feminine noun.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ La femme mange un croissant. → The woman is eating a croissant.
2️⃣ La fille parle espagnol. → The girl speaks Spanish.
3️⃣ La pizza est délicieuse. → The pizza is delicious.
4️⃣ Je vois la voiture dans la rue. → I see the car in the street.
5️⃣ La gare est loin d'ici. → The station is far from here.
Word: Le
Meaning:
"Le" is a definite article in French, which means "the" in English.
It is used before masculine singular nouns to indicate a specific object or person.
"Le" is the masculine form of "the" (in contrast to "la", which is used for feminine nouns).
When to Use:
Use "le" when referring to something specific and masculine in gender.
It is used before a singular masculine noun.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Le chien est dans le jardin. → The dog is in the garden.
2️⃣ Le chat mange un croissant. → The cat is eating a croissant.
3️⃣ Le garçon parle anglais. → The boy speaks English.
4️⃣ Je vois le professeur ici. → I see the teacher here.
5️⃣ Le cheval court vite. → The horse runs fast.
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vais, vas
Word: Vais
Meaning:
"Vais" is the first person singular (I) conjugation of the verb "aller" (to go) in the present tense.
It means "I go" or "I am going" in English.
"Aller" is an irregular verb that is used to indicate movement or direction.
When to Use:
Use "vais" when you are referring to yourself (I) going somewhere or taking action.
It's used for expressing future intentions or actions, often followed by a location or activity.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais à l'université. → I am going to the university.
2️⃣ Je vais manger une pizza. → I am going to eat a pizza.
3️⃣ Je vais en Espagne cet été. → I am going to Spain this summer.
4️⃣ Je vais travailler ici. → I am going to work here.
5️⃣ Je vais voir un film ce soir. → I am going to see a movie tonight.
Word: Vas
Meaning:
"Vas" is the second person singular (you) conjugation of the verb "aller" (to go) in the present tense.
It means "you go" or "you are going" in English.
"Aller" is an irregular verb that indicates movement or direction.
When to Use:
Use "vas" when you are referring to someone else (you) going somewhere or taking action.
It's used for addressing a singular "you" (informal, like a friend, family member, or someone you know well).
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Tu vas à l'école. → You are going to school.
2️⃣ Où vas-tu après l'université ? → Where are you going after the university?
3️⃣ Tu vas manger une pizza. → You are going to eat a pizza.
4️⃣ Tu vas en Espagne cet été. → You are going to Spain this summer.
5️⃣ Vas-tu à l'aéroport maintenant ? → Are you going to the airport now?
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l'
Meaning:
"L'" is a definite article in French, used before nouns that begin with a vowel sound (whether the noun is masculine or feminine).
It is a contraction of "le" (the masculine article) or "la" (the feminine article) before words that start with a vowel sound.
It means "the" in English.
When to Use:
Use "l'" when the noun following it begins with a vowel or a silent "h" (in both masculine and feminine cases).
It is used to avoid awkward pronunciation when the article would otherwise clash with the following vowel.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ L'homme travaille ici. → The man works here.
2️⃣ L'hôtel est loin. → The hotel is far.
3️⃣ L'avion est rapide. → The plane is fast.
4️⃣ L'eau est froide. → The water is cold.
5️⃣ L'université est grande. → The university is big.
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Avion
Word: Avion
Meaning:
"Avion" means "airplane" or "plane" in English.
It refers to any flying vehicle that is powered by engines and used for travel by air.
When to Use:
Use "avion" when you are talking about airplanes, flights, or air travel.
Examples (only using your vocabulary set):
1️⃣ Je vais prendre l'avion demain. → I am going to take the plane tomorrow.
2️⃣ L'avion est en retard. → The plane is late.
3️⃣ Tu voyages en avion ? → Are you traveling by plane?
4️⃣ Nous allons à l'aéroport en avion. → We are going to the airport by plane.
5️⃣ L'avion part de l'aéroport à 8 heures. → The plane leaves the airport at 8 o'clock.
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French words same like in English
aeroport - Masculine (m.)
hotel - Masculine (m.)
croissant - Masculine (m.)
pizza - Feminine (f.)
professeur - Masculine (m.) (but used for both genders)
universite - Feminine (f.)
orange - Feminine (f.) (for fruit)
journaliste - Can be both (m. or f.)
restaurant - Masculine (m.)
excuse-moi
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s'appelle, m'appelle, t'appelle
1️⃣ s'appelle
Meaning: "is called" or "is named"
Usage: Used for he/she/it (il/elle/on).
Example:
Il s'appelle Paul. → He is called Paul.
Elle s'appelle Marie. → She is called Marie.
2️⃣ m'appelle
Meaning: "call myself" or "my name is"
Usage: Used with je (I).
Example:
Je m'appelle Durga. → My name is Durga.
Je m'appelle Pierre. → My name is Pierre.
3️⃣ t'appelle
Meaning: "your name is" or "you are called"
Usage: Used with tu (you - informal).
Example:
Comment tu t'appelles ? → What is your name?
Tu t'appelles Lucas. → Your name is Lucas.
Breakdown of the Word:
S’ / M’ / T’ = Reflexive pronouns (himself, myself, yourself)
Appelle = Derived from the verb "appeler" (to call)
