Coffee Break French En route pour Chambéry - Coffee Break French Travel Diaries Episode 7
Jul 16, 2020
Lara shares her cultural adventure in Valence, highlighting stunning artworks and the blend of architecture at the local museum. Her journey to Chambéry reveals the charm of a scenic Alpine town. She marvels at the impressive Fountain of the Elephants, a striking monument with elephant sculptures. Exploring the old town, Lara discovers a rustic restaurant that specializes in simple, fresh dishes made from local vegetables. Join her as she navigates the delights of French travel and cuisine!
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Luxurious Morning In Valence
- Lara describes waking in a luxurious hotel and reluctantly leaving a very comfortable bed.
- She then enjoyed the hotel breakfast and pool, which quickly got her out of bed.
Use Faire + Infinitive To Make Someone Act
- Use the construction faire + infinitive to express making someone do something, e.g., m'ont vite fait sortir du lit.
- Place the indirect object (me) before on/they: "m'ont vite fait sortir".
Nager Versus Faire De La Natation
- The hosts contrast nager (the physical action) with faire de la natation (the activity/hobby).
- Use nager for the act and faire de la natation for regular or organized swimming.