Coffee Break French

CBF 1:01 | How are you?

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Sep 26, 2007
Kick off your French language journey by diving into basic conversation skills! Learn essential phrases like 'Ça va?' and ways to respond. Gain insight into proper pronunciation, especially with tricky rolling R's. Discover a variety of expressions to articulate your feelings effectively. Engage with practical tips that enhance your conversational fluency while building your vocabulary. Perfect for beginners, this introduction sets the foundation for simple yet meaningful interactions in French!
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ADVICE

Pronunciation Practice

  • Practice French pronunciation by emulating native speakers like Marc.
  • Start with basic words like "oui" (yes) and "non" (no), focusing on the nasal sound in "non".
ADVICE

Pronouncing "Non"

  • To pronounce the French "non" correctly, try holding your nose to achieve the nasal sound.
  • While you don't need to do this all the time, it helps initially.
INSIGHT

Basic French Greetings

  • "Ça va?" is a common way to ask "How are you?" in French, similar to English having various ways to ask the same question.
  • "Bien" means "well" and is a common response, and you can add "merci" (thanks) to be more polite.
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