It’s time for another episode of Coffee Break French and for Sylvie to reply to her mother’s latest email. The key phrases discussed by Pierre-Benoît and Mark in this episode include le monde est petit, avoir la tête à quelque chose and a further example of the subjunctive in use. Rich with idiomatic expressions, tricky grammar points and
In this latest episode of Coffee Break French, Monique is writing to her daughter Sylvie. As usual she uses some interesting expressions and tricky grammatical constructions and idiomatic expressions, including plenty of subjunctives and the expressions soi-disant, marquer un jour d’une pierre blanche and avoir pour projet de faire quelque chose. As usual, Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss
In this first episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Espresso you’ll learn about informal command forms (the imperative), Fernanda will help you get to grips with the subjunctive after cuando, and our Spanish quotation of the week looks at the theme of generosity.
It’s time for another lesson of Coffee Break French and this week it’s the turn of Matthieu to reply to Gabrielle. The expressions discussed by Mark and Pierre-Benoît this week include je m’en doute , using the subjunctive after jusqu’à ce que, and ramasser quelqu’un à la petite cuillère. As usual Mark and Pierre-Benoît are
In this episode of Coffee Break French, Gabrielle is writing to Matthieu. There are some great expressions in this lesson’s text, including a few idiomatic ways of saying how long you’ve been doing something, how to talk about working hard – or “like a dog”, and we even manage to include some Disney references and
Relative pronouns in German are essential for connecting parts of a sentence and adding extra details. These small words allow you to describe nouns without having to repeat the noun itself. In this post, we’ll break down how to use relative pronouns in German with helpful examples. What are relative pronouns in German? Relative pronouns
Shopping in a German-speaking country can be an amazing experience, whether you’re exploring souvenir shops, browsing local markets or hunting for deals in department stores. To make the most out of this time, knowing the language’s key phrases for going shopping in German is a must. That is why in this blog post we’ve selected
It’s time for a new episode of Coffee Break French. This week Sylvie is responding to her mother’s latest email as they’re both looking forward to spending a family weekend in Épinal. As usual Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss the idiomatic expressions and grammar points contained in the text, including the expressions se
Planning a trip to a German-speaking country? Well, then you must understand that knowing how to use a map in German can make your travels much smoother. Especially if you are in a smaller town with limited connection! From understanding directions to locating landmarks, mastering these key phrases will help you find your way out
In this episode of Coffee Break French Season 4, we consider Monique’s latest email as she looks forward to Sylvie’s visit this coming weekend. Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss the idiomatic expressions and grammar points contained in the text, including the expression tous les quatre matins, ce n’est pas la porte à côté, l’essentiel c’est
One of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of learning a new language is engaging in casual conversations. For those visiting a German-speaking country, mastering German small talk can be a game-changer, especially at a hotel where you can interact with the staff and other customers at breakfast, for example. In this post, we’ll explore
It’s time for a new episode of Coffee Break French and in this episode we join Matthieu who is replying to Gabrielle’s email. As usual, Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss the expressions and grammar points contained in his text including how to talk about “remembering” things in French using se rappeller and
Travelling to a German-speaking country is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the culture and, of course, practice your language skills. And, if you think about it, checking into your accommodation is a big part of it all. That is why in this blog post, we will review some useful German travel phrases to
We’re back with another episode of Coffee Break French and this week we’re joining Gabrielle who’s writing her regular email to Matthieu. Mark and Pierre-Benoît discuss the expressions and grammar points contained in her text including verbs which require particular prepositions, such as se dépêcher de faire qc, promettre de faire qc, and lots more.
In this week’s edition of Coffee Break French, Mark and Pierre-Benoît discuss Sylvie’s latest email and cover a number of interest points of vocabulary and grammar including the expression tant que tu y es, the verb s’emballer, and the concept of jours de RTT.
Travelling in German-speaking places can be much easier when you know some basic German phrases. This blog post will help you understand public transport in German and how to use common expressions for navigating a city, asking for directions, and using public transport. Don’t forget to tune into our podcast episode for insights on pronunciation
It’s time for a new episode of Coffee Break French and this week we’re joining Monique who is replying to Sylvie’s latest email. Mark and Pierre-Benoît discuss a number of tricky grammar points and interesting areas of vocabulary, providing lots of examples along the way. Please note that lesson 13 of Season 4 was originally
Knowing the basic airport terms in the language will make the journey smoother if you are travelling to a German-speaking country or even just on a layover flight. In this blog post, we will review some essential vocabulary for navigating an airport in German, giving you more confidence as you travel. Remember to listen to
In this week’s episode of Coffee Break French, Matthieu recounts his version of events on the platform of the RER. As usual there are lots of interesting expressions and tricky grammar points, and Mark and Pierre-Benoît will be discussing the language used in the text to help you understand and improve your French. Through examples
Introduction Lessons 31-40 of Coffee Break German have been recorded in Innsbruck, Austria. In this short video introduction to these lessons, Mark joins Thomas in the Marienplatz to talk about what is coming up in this next batch of lessons.
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