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In my Opinion
This week, we’re agreeing…no…we’re disagreeing…no…we’re agreeing to disagree… In any case, we’re expressing our opinions in French! ☝️
Here’s a little tip as to when to use the expression “Moi, je” in a French conversation. When replying to someone’s statement, it’s correct and totally acceptable to introduce your own opinion with “moi, je”. This usually emphasises that this opinion differs from the previous one. However, be aware that if you use “moi, je” repeatedly, at the start of most statements, it will come across as egocentric, with a connotation similar to “me, myself and I”. Now you know! 😊
Alors, sans plus attendre, let’s find our voices through the personalised French Kwiziq content we’ve selected for you! 🤓
Quote me on this!
French moralist and essayist Joseph Joubert (1754-1824)
Let’s start with a perfect conversation starter of a quote by French moralist Joseph Joubert about the value of debate. Alors, d’accord ou pas d’accord ?
“Il vaut mieux débattre d’une question sans la régler que la régler sans en avoir débattu.”
(Better to debate a question without settling it than settling it without debate.)
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Chaud ou froid ?
Reading and Listening practice – A1 Level
Let’s practise expressing preferences on a universal topic, namely “do you prefer being hot or cold?” Enjoy finding arguments to defend your point of view in the bilingual article below:
Chaud ou froid ?
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Verbs of Opinion in French – A1/B1 Level
And now, it’s your turn to express your likes and dislikes! To help you present your arguments, review and master this super useful list of verbs of opinion in French and its interactive Word Game!
Another great way to remember new vocabulary is to write sentences using it in context. Here’s an example for you to get inspired:
– Moi, je pense que le flan est le meilleur dessert au monde !
– Ah non ! Je ne suis pas d’accord ! Je déteste cette texture molle et presque gélatineuse.
– Vraiment ? C’est ce que j’apprécie le plus. Mais je peux comprendre que tout le monde n’aime pas ça. Du coup, quel est le dessert que tu préfères ?
– J’adore les tartes en général, mais je crois que ma favorite est la tarte Tatin !
– Je ne peux qu’approuver ce choix délicieux !
À vous de jouer !
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Take me to your leader!
September Leaderboard Top 3
I believe it’s more than time to express our admiration for our September Leaderboard Top 3! This month, we’re celebrating our three objectively amazing Kwizzers: Carole K, Kristi W and Elizabeth C!
Pour nos trois championnes, hip hip hip hourra ! 🙌
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Hurray for Weekend Workout Friday!
Special treat for Premium subscribers
Friday is Weekend Workout day – a special treat just for our Premium subscribers, with fresh dictations and writing challenges to boost your listening and writing skills.
This week’s theme is Opinions.
Here’s a little taster for free: My family (level A1)
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Bonne semaine à tous et à jeudi prochain !
Aurélie Drouard
Head of French
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