Coffee Break French Terminer en beauté - Coffee Break French Travel Diaries Episode 10
Aug 6, 2020
Join Lara and Noah as they wrap up their adventure in the alpine village of Aime-la-Plagne. Discover the charming phrase 'dormir comme une marmotte' and explore unique expressions that trigger the subjunctive mood. From sipping hot chocolate on a chalet balcony to spotting wildlife during hikes, their experiences paint a vivid picture of southern France. Plus, they unravel the nuances of French negation and weather expressions. Reflecting on their journey, they look forward to creating a photo album filled with memories.
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Sleeping Like A Marmot
- "Dormir comme une marmotte" means to sleep extremely well, like a marmot or groundhog.
- Marc explains this idiom and compares it to English equivalents like "sleep like a log."
Chocolat And Marmots On The Chalet Balcony
- The day began with hot chocolate from M. Francis on the chalet balcony.
- They link that cozy start to seeing marmots during a morning hike with binoculars.
Use "Pour Que" With The Subjunctive
- Use "pour que" to mean "in order that" and expect the subjunctive after it.
- Practice common triggers like "il faut que" and "bien que" to get comfortable with the subjunctive.