Lesson of November 6, 2023 Flashcards
What can we wear in the winter time besides mitts to keep our hands warm?
Gloves
(pronounced “GLÂVZ”)
What is “isolation” in English?
Example: My gloves have good ……………………
insulation
What is a “débrayage” or a “grève” in English?
Example: The teachers are on ……………….. today.
Débrayage = walkout
Grève = strike
Example: The teachers are on strike today.
Note: A walkout refers to an unplanned strike by workers, it is also used interchangeably with a strike.
What is “sauf” in Englsih?
Example: I will ride my bike, ……………. if it rains.
Except
Example: I will ride my bike, except if it rains.
What is “respirant” or “respirable” in English?
Example: I always wear ………….. clothes when I go fat biking in the winter.
Breathable
Example: I always wear breathable clothes when I go fat biking in the winter.
What is “surtout” in English?
Example: I like my English classes, …………………….. when we speak a lot.
especially
Example: I like my English classes, especially when we speak a lot.
How do we pronounce the word “profile”?
PRO-faïl
What is “glissant” in English?
slippery
What is “neige tapée” in English?
Packed snow
What is “couche” in English?
Example: I wear many …………. of clothes when I go fat biking.
layer
Example: I wear many layers of clothes when I go fat biking.
What is “revendications” in English?
Example: I don’t know exactly what all the teachers’ ……………. are.
claims
demands.
Example: I don’t know exactly what all the teachers’ claims are.
How do we pronounce “virus”?
VAÏ-russ
What is “paquet” in English?
Example: I receive many ……………… by Purolator.
Parcel
Example: I receive many parcels by Purolator.
How do we pronounce “signature”?
SIG-na-tsher
What is “avoir le nez bouché”?
Be congested
Have a blocked nose
Have a clogged nose
