Coffee Break French CBF 2:32 | Grammar review
Jan 19, 2010
Join a lively conversation featuring David, Christina, and Jean-Jacques as they chat about their experiences with French language learning. Jean-Jacques shares insights about his wife’s mastery of the language. David reminisces about his childhood in France, highlighting his local roots. They discuss the charm and challenges of living in Villefranche, including summer tourist influx. The podcast wraps up with their arrival at a restaurant, setting the stage for more cultural exchanges.
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Common Way To Say You 'Get By' In French
- The verb se débrouiller means to manage or get by and is commonly used to describe language ability.
- Jean-Jacques says "elle se débrouille assez bien" to indicate his wife manages French well after ten years.
Using Depuis To Indicate Duration
- Depuis can mean 'since' and is used to mark how long an action has continued.
- Jean-Jacques uses "elle habite ici depuis dix ans" to say she's been living here for ten years.
How To Say 'I Get By' In French
- If asked "Vous parlez français?", answer with "Je me débrouille assez bien" to say you can get by.
- Use the reflexive form: je me débrouille, to express practical competence.