Coffee Break French CBF 1:29 | More aches and complaints
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Jul 14, 2008 This week dives into essential health vocabulary for travelers, focusing on common ailments and how to seek medical attention in French. Listeners learn to express health complaints, articulate symptoms, and navigate pharmacy conversations with ease. Key phrases for discussing medication dosage and timing are introduced, making communication with pharmacists a breeze. The exploration of past actions in French adds depth, with interactive role plays enhancing the learning experience. Get ready to feel better equipped for your next trip!
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Common Ailments in French
- Learn how to say common ailments like "sore head" or "sore throat" in French.
- These phrases are useful when visiting a doctor or pharmacist.
More Serious Ailments
- Expand your medical vocabulary with phrases like "j'ai la nausée" (I feel nauseous), "j'ai la diarrhée" (I have diarrhea), and "j'ai vomi" (I have vomited).
- Knowing these phrases can be helpful in more serious situations.
Filming in Paris
- Mark and Anna filmed a video segment in Paris, practicing the phrase "J'ai la diarrhée."
- They received strange looks from passersby while reciting this phrase.