We’re back with a new episode of Coffee Break French and this time we’re joining Gabrielle who is writing to her friend Matthieu. Mark and Pierre-Benoît discuss the language used in the text including the word dont , the phrase profiter de quelque chose pour faire autre chose and the past historic tense. Through examples
We turn again to Sylvie in this episode and listen to her email in which she responds to her mother’s email. As usual Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss the language contained in the email. After presenting Sylvie’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the text, and then
When travelling in Germany, it’s good to know some phrases that can help in emergencies and others that let you talk about your family and other such common topics, like the weather. In this blog post, we will explore a couple of German phrases for tourists, along with their explanations. To make the most of
It’s time once again to turn to Monique and listen to her email to her daughter Sylvie. As usual Mark and Pierre-Benoît are on hand to discuss the language contained in the email. After presenting Monique’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the text, and then Pierre-Benoît discusses the four
In this episode it’s Matthieu’s turn to write his email in reply to Gabrielle’s last message. Pierre-Benoît and Mark discuss four expressions contained in the text including tenir le coup and ce n’est pas donné. After presenting Matthieu’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the text, and then Pierre-Benoît discusses
In the latest episode of Coffee Break French we join Gabrielle as she writes her regular email to Matthieu. Pierre-Benoît and Mark discuss four expressions contained in the text including se balader and envier quelqu’un. After presenting Sylvie’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the text, and then Pierre-Benoît discusses
Getting a handle on German sentence structure is super important for anyone diving into the language! It might seem a bit tricky at first with its unique word order, verb placement, and those separable prefixes, but don’t worry – once you understand the basics, it becomes easier! In this blog post, we’ll take a look
In this episode we join Sylvie as she replies to Monique’s email from the last episode. Pierre-Benoît and Mark discuss four expressions contained in the text including ne pas en croire ses yeux and qu’est-ce que tu as fait de beau ? After presenting Sylvie’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points
We turn our attention once more to Monique, Sylvie’s mother, whose email to her daughter provides a further opportunity for learners to familiarise themselves with a whole range of idiomatic phrases and interesting grammar points. The lesson is presented by Mark and Pierre-Benoît in a mix of French and English. After presenting Monique’s email, Mark
If you’re on your journey to learn German, you’ve probably come across very important words: gefallen and gern. These little words can make a big difference in how you express preferences, likes, and enjoyment. In this blog post, we will be focusing on how to use gern and the verb ‘gefallen’ in German. Don’t worry,
In this episode we meet Matthieu, Gabrielle’s friend. He starts this email by apologising to Gabrielle for his behaviour. Find out more about what has been going on by listening to the episode! The lesson is presented by Mark and Pierre-Benoît in a mix of French and English. After presenting Matthieu’s email, Mark gives a
In this lesson of our series we meet Gabrielle and listen to her email to her friend Matthieu. The lesson is presented by Mark and Pierre-Benoît in a mix of French and English. After presenting Gabrielle’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the text, and then Pierre-Benoît discusses four interesting
In this lesson our new series, we’ll be listening to Sylvie’s reply to Monique’s email from last week. The lesson is presented by Mark and Pierre-Benoît in a mix of French and English. After presenting Sylvie’s email, Mark gives a summary of the main narrative points of the email, and then Pierre-Benoît discusses four interesting
When learning German, discussing your job is an essential topic. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or work in a bank, being able to express what you do can enhance your conversations. In this blog post, we’ll explore useful vocabulary and phrases to help you talk about your job, where you work, and your
In this first episode of our new series, we’ll be listening to Monique’s first email to her daughter Sylvie. As we heard in the season preview, Sylvie has recently moved to Paris and, like any mother, Monique is worrying about her daughter, but is equally excited for her as she begins this new adventure. The
Welcome to this brand new season of Coffee Break French, and in this opening introductory episode, Mark and Pierre-Benoît talk about what you can expect in this season. They introduce two of the featured characters in the series, Sylvie and Matthieu, both of whom have recently moved to Paris for work. Like all lessons in
Join Mark and Pierre-Benoît in this first introduction to Season 4. The new season begins on 21st October 2013 with a short introductory episode in which you’ll meet two of the characters of our story, and lesson one will be published on 28th October 2013. Full details of the premium version of the course will
Today, we’re going to explore a very useful topic: how to ask someone’s name, age and ask where they’re from in German and how to talk about yourself too. This is a great way to get to know people and practise your German skills. Basic introductions When you meet someone new, it’s helpful to introduce
Learning how to say ‘help me’ in German is essential when travelling or living in a German-speaking country. Whether you lose something important, face an emergency, or just need directions, these key phrases will help you communicate effectively in German. Below, we’ll go through common situations where you might need help and the phrases to
Making a phone call in German may feel challenging at first, but with the right vocabulary and phrases, you’ll be able to handle conversations, ask for whom you want to speak to, answer a call confidently and take messages. Here’s a guide to help you talk on the phone in German, whether you’re calling a
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