Lesson of February 25, 2025 Flashcards
How do we pronounce “theme”?
similar to “team” but with a “th” sound
What is “Il est facile à bien s’entendre” in English?
He’s easy to get along with.
What is “rendre service” in English?
Example: Can you ……………………..? (=me rendre service)
Do someone a favor
Example: Can you do me a favor?
What is “chez-moi”, “chez son copain”, chez sa blonde”, etc.?
at …..’s house
Example:
At my house
At her boyfriend’s house
At his girlfriend’s house
What is “interrompre” in English?
Example: Sorry to ………. you.
interrupt
Example: Sorry to interrupt you.
What is “balcon” in English?
Example: When her phone rang, Melissa was shoveling her ……………
balcony
Example: When her phone rang, Melissa was shoveling her balcony.
What is the most common way to say “aller marcher” or “aller prendre une mariche” in English?
go for a walk.
What is “mettre son pied à terre” and “être ferme” in English?
Example:
Next time she insists on inviting herself, I will …………………
Next time she insists on inviting herself, I will be more …………………
put one’s foot down
be assertive
Examples:
Next time she insists on inviting herself, I will put my foot down.
Next time she insists on inviting herself, I will be more assertive.
“Already” or “before”?
Translate:
Je suis déjà allée au Mexique.
I’ve been to Mexico before.
“Already” or “before”?
Translate:
Pas besoin d’appeler le candidat. Je l’ai déjà appelé.
No need to call the candidate. I’ve already called him. / I already called him.
Which is (or are) right?
I’ve been to Las Vegas before.
I’ve ever been to Las Vegas.
I’ve been to Las Vegas before.
Which is (or are) right?
I’ve seen that movie.
I saw that movie.
both
(reason: no time indicated)
Which is (or are) right?
I’ve seen that movie last weekend.
I saw that movie last weekend.
I saw that movie last weekend.
(Reason: last weekend = finished time)
Which is (or are) right?
1) I work for the CAF.
2) I’ve been working for the CAF.
1) I work for the CAF.
(reason: present tense, no time indicated.)
Which is (or are) right?
1) I work for the CAF since many years.
2) I’ve been working for the CAF for many years.
2) I’ve been working for the CAF for many years.
(reason: unfinished action. Time frame indicated: “for”)
Which is (or are) right?
1) I’ve been working here since many years.
2) I’ve been working here for many years.
2) I’ve been working here for many years.
(reason: for + duration)
Which is (or are) right?
1) I’ve been working here since 2004.
2) I’ve been working here for 2004.
1) I’ve been working here since 2004.
(reason: since + beginning)
Which is (or are) right?
1) How long have you been in Canada?
2) Since when are you in Canada?
1) How long have you been in Canada?
(Explication: Les questions qui sont l’équivalent de “depuis quand…?” ou encore “Ça fait combien de temps…?” pour des situations qui sont toujours vraies aujourd’hui débutent en anglais par: “How long have you….?”)
Autres exemples:
How long have you been working for the CAF?
How long have you known Nathalie?
How long have you been learning English with Nathalie?
How long have you been at that address?
Which is right?
1) He’s here since a long time.
2) He’s been here for a long time.
2) He’s been here for a long time.
Traduire les 2 phrases suivantes:
1) Je travaille pour les FAC depuis plusieurs années.
2) J’ai travaillé pour les FAC pendant plusieurs années.
1) Je travaille pour les FAC depuis plusieurs années. = I’ve been working for the CAF for many years.
2) J’ai travaillé pour les FAC pendant plusieurs années. = I worked for the CAF for many years.
