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French For Dummies
by Zoe Erotopoulos Dodi-Katrin Schmidt Michelle M. Williams Dominique WenzelThe fast, informal way to learn to speak French - with integrated audio clips throughout. Listen to pronunciations and conversations. French is a beautiful language but quite difficult to learn. Whether you need to learn the language for a French class, or you travel overseas for business or leisure, this enhanced edition of French for Dummies can help. Written in an easy-to-follow format, with integrated audio clips, it gives you just what you need for basic communication in French. The enhanced edition includes: Expanded coverage of necessary grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciations Useful exercises, practice questions, and a mini-dictionary Business, an upcoming class, travel – whatever your reason for wanting to learn a new language but don't have time to take a class, this enhanced edition of French For Dummies can get you well on your way to becoming fluent in no time!
French For Dummies
by Michelle M. Williams Dodi-Katrin Schmidt Dominique WenzelIf you buy into the Pepé Le Pew stereotype of the French - arrogant, stuffy, overly amorous, and rather odiferous (Pepé Le Pew was a skunk. Talk about stereotypical!) - then think again. Not only are the French people some of the most relaxed, pleasant people you'll ever meet, but their society is one of the oldest, most culturally rich societies in the world. So it's no surprise that French is known as perhaps the most beautiful of all languages. Listen to someone speak French - sure, you don't have a clue what she's saying, but aren't you enraptured by the sound of it?Unfortunately, just because a language is beautiful doesn't mean that it's easy to learn. Although French has many things in common with English, French has had many, many centuries to evolve into the language it is today, which means it's had all that time to become more complex. That's where French For Dummies can help. Written in partnership with the language experts at Berlitz, this book can give you what you need for basic communication in French.French For Dummies covers the following topics and more:Basic pronunciation and gesturesThe nuts and bolts of French grammarMeeting and greeting in FrenchSituations in which you can use French: Making small talk, dining out, shopping, and talking on the phoneTraveling to France: Dealing with French currency, staying at a hotel, and getting around townTop Ten lists on ways to pick up French quickly, things you should never say in French, favorite French expressions, and important French holidays to remember.Appendixes with verb conjugation tables, as well as a French mini-dictionaryFrench For Dummies also comes with a CD that has audio transcriptions of all the exercises in the book, so that you can actually hear the French pronunciations.So whether you're taking a business trip and need to pick up a little French quickly; you're cramming for your high school French final; or you've always wanted to learn a new language but don't have the time to drag yourself to a class once a week, French For Dummies can get you well on your way to becoming fluent in no time.
French for Engineering
by Lars EricksonFrench for Engineering prepares students to study and intern in France as engineers. Aimed at students at the CEFR B1 or ACTFL Intermediate-High level, the textbook uses a step-by-step progression of language-learning tasks and activities to develop students’ skills at the CEFR C1 or ACTFL Advanced-High level. Authentic documents present students with tasks they will encounter as engineering students or interns in France. Online resources include a teacher handbook and a workbook with vocabulary-building activities, grammar-mastery exercises, and listening and reading comprehension activities, followed by questions requiring critical thinking. It is organized in parallel with the textbook based on the flipped-classroom concept.
French for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day (DK 5-Words a Day)
by DKLearn 1,000 French words over the course of a year — five words at a time!Packed with fun and useful everyday vocabulary, this French workbook for beginners will capture the imagination of young learners and encourage a love for learning their first French words. Discover the perfect introduction to French for children ages 6-9. It&’s the ultimate French lesson for kids! It includes: • Beautifully illustrated scenes that teach and test five words at a time. New vocabulary is practiced again at the end of each week in two pages of exercises. • Clever flaps on the jacket that cover the scene so your child can practice what they have just learned. • Uses the effective rote-learning method to teach new vocabulary. • Teaches a range of nouns and verbs that are useful in everyday life. Audio is available online and via a handy app to help with pronunciation. Help your child learn FrenchFrom colors, numbers and fruits to animals, sports and weather, just about every subject in the French language is covered in eye-catching, illustrative detail. French for Everyone Junior presents your child with five new words to learn and practice each day for four days, then tests these words through a variety of interactive exercises at the end of the week. Over the course of one year, your child will build up a vocabulary of more than 1000 French words. This unique French teaching guide encourages parents, teachers and children to work together as a team to grasp all aspects of the French language. Incredibly easy to use, it includes daily &“test yourself&” activities with cleverly designed flaps that hide the words your child has just learned, and helps ingrain those words in their memory. Accompanying audio means that kids are also able to practice their French pronunciation as many times as they want.More titles in the series!The colorful, clear and comprehensive 5 Words a Day series from DK lays the foundations for your child's journey in learning a foreign language, at school or at home. Look out for more workbooks! Help your child learn, practice, and understand 1,000 Spanish words in Spanish for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day.
French for Primary School Teachers Pack: Teach Yourself Enhanced Amazon
by Angela McLachlanWritten specifically for the non-specialist teacher (or trainee) faced with the daunting prospect of teaching French for the first time, Teach Yourself French for Primary School – Touch & Listen focuses on core vocabulary and grammatical structures suitable for the primary context. Rules (and exceptions), exercises and activities (with a four-skills approach) and cultural information are backed up by alphabetical listings and really easy-to-use audio.Listen to, speak, read and write French confidently with the added convenience of being able to learn at home or on the move. Touch & Listen ebooks are a groundbreaking new approach to language learning that include recordings of pronunciation and conversations within the pages of the books themselves – right where you need them.Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Teach Yourself French for Primary School – Touch & Listen will guarantee success!
French for Reading and Translation
by Shannon R. BeckerFrench for Reading and Translation is a comprehensive introduction to French grammar and vocabulary for those who want to learn to read and understand French, either to conduct academic research or to experience French literature in its original form. Rather than explaining every grammatical concept in tedious detail, the book gives easy-to-follow explanations followed by abundant examples and opportunities to see the language in use. It encourages readers to learn vocabulary by showing them how to break it down and how to recognize related words. It gives learners the opportunity to use various reading strategies as they apply this newfound knowledge to the French passages provided. An engaging guide that will help readers decode the intricacies of the French language, this is an ideal resource for graduate students and researchers consulting French sources.
French for the IB MYP 1-3: Language acquisition (MYP By Concept)
by Fabienne FontaineDevelop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to French, presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions for a statement of inquiry in each chapter.- Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.- Think internationally with chapters and concepts set in global contexts.Contents1 Et si on apprenait une nouvelle langue ?2 Qui sont vos proches ?3 Où te sens-tu chez toi?4 Quel est le programme aujourd'hui ?5 Quels sont tes loisirs ?6 Aimes-tu les fêtes et les traditions ?7 Prends-tu soin de toi ?8 Tu as dit shopping ?9 La technologie, peut-elle communiquer pour nous ?10 Comment voyages-tu ?11 Que fais-tu pour ta communauté ?12 Désirons-nous véritablement protéger notre environnement ?
French for the IB MYP 1-3 (Emergent/Phases 1-2) (Emergent/Phases 1-2) (Emergent/Phases 1-2) (Emergent/Phases 1-2): MYP by Concept: Language acquisition
by Fabienne FontaineDevelop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to French, presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions for a statement of inquiry in each chapter.- Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.- Think internationally with chapters and concepts set in global contexts.Contents1 Et si on apprenait une nouvelle langue ?2 Qui sont vos proches ?3 Où te sens-tu chez toi?4 Quel est le programme aujourd'hui ?5 Quels sont tes loisirs ?6 Aimes-tu les fêtes et les traditions ?7 Prends-tu soin de toi ?8 Tu as dit shopping ?9 La technologie, peut-elle communiquer pour nous ?10 Comment voyages-tu ?11 Que fais-tu pour ta communauté ?12 Désirons-nous véritablement protéger notre environnement ?
French for the IB MYP 4 & 5: MYP by Concept (MYP By Concept)
by Catherine Jouffrey Mr Rémy Lamon Fabienne FontaineExam Board: IBLevel: MYPSubject: FrenchFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2017The only series for MYP 4 and 5 developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate (IB)Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter.- Learn by asking questions with a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.This title is also available in two digital formats via Dynamic Learning. Find out more by clicking on the links at the top of the page.
French for the IB MYP 4 & 5: By Concept (MYP By Concept)
by Catherine Jouffrey Rémy LamonThe only series for MYP 4 and 5 developed exclusively with the IBDrive meaningful inquiry through a unique concept-driven narrative.- Supports every aspect of assessment with opportunities that use the criteria- Gives you easy ways to differentiate and extend learning- Provides a meaningful approach by integrating the inquiry statement in a global context- Develops critical-thinking skills with activities and summative sections rooted in the ATL frameworkThis title is also available in two digital formats via Dynamic Learning. Find out more by clicking on the links at the top of the page.
French for the IB MYP 4&5 (Emergent/Phases 1-2): by Concept
by Fabienne FontaineDevelop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to French, presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter. - Learn by asking questions for a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.- Think internationally with chapters and concepts set in global contextsContents1. Quelle est mon identité culturelle?2. Qu'est ce qu'il y a autour de moi?3. Pourquoi faire la fete?4. A quoi sert l'école?5. Qu'est-ce que tu aimes manger?6. Tu fais du sport? 7. Quels sont tes loisirs?8. Suis-je responsible de mon environement?9. Es-tu curieux?10. Comment communique-t-on?11. Es-tu une victim de la consommation?12. Qu'est-ce qui définit nos relations?
French for the IB MYP 4&5 (Phases 1-2): by Concept
by Fabienne FontaineDevelop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to French, presented in global contexts.- Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter. - Learn by asking questions for a statement of inquiry in each chapter. - Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators.- Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities.- Think internationally with chapters and concepts set in global contexts.
French Grammar For Dummies
by Veronique MazetThe easy way to master French grammarFrench Grammar For Dummies is a logical extension and complement to the successful language learning book, French For Dummies. In plain English, it teaches you the grammatical rules of the French language, including parts of speech, sentence construction, pronouns, adjectives, punctuation, stress and verb tenses, and moods. Throughout the book, you get plenty of practice opportunities to help you on your goal of mastering basic French grammar and usage. Grasp the grammatical rules of French including parts of speech, sentence construction, and verb tensesEnhance your descriptive speech with adverbs, adjectives, and prepositionsBenefit from plenty of practice opportunities throughout the bookUse the French language confidently and correctlyWhether you're a student studying French or a professional looking to get ahead of the pack by learning a second language, French Grammar For Dummies is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly master the written aspect of this popular language.
French Grammar in Context: Analysis And Practice (Languages in Context)
by Margaret Jubb Annie RouxevilleNow in its fifth edition, French Grammar in Context presents a unique and exciting approach to learning grammar. Authentic texts from a rich variety of sources, literary and journalistic, are used as the starting point for the illustration and explanation of key areas of French grammar. Each point is consolidated with a wide range of written and spoken exercises. Grammar is presented not as an end in itself, but as a tool essential to enjoying French, understanding native speakers and communicating effectively with them. Literary texts and poems are taken from renowned French authors such as Albert Camus, Zola, André Malraux, Alain Robbe-Grillet, Stendhal and Jacques Prévert. News sources include Libération, Le Point, Marianne, and Le Monde Diplomatique, in addition to articles from regional papers such as Ouest-France and La Voix du Nord. Lifestyle articles are included from magazines such as Elle. This fifth edition has been updated to include new texts for Chapters 24 and 25 and two new revision texts. In addition, this new edition is supported by a revised and extended companion website that offers a wealth of additional interactive exercises to practise and reinforce the material covered. French Grammar in Context is aimed at intermediate and advanced students and is ideal for both independent and class-based study.
French Grammar Made Easy (Grammar Made Easy)
by Rosi McnabFrench Grammar Made Easy is the ideal introduction to the basics of French grammar for anyone new to the language or looking to refresh their knowledge. The Grammar features: concise and jargon-free explanations supported by examples exercises throughout to reinforce learning a "fast-track" option for more advanced learners a full answer key, making the Grammar ideal for self-study. A new companion website is available at http://cw.routledge.com/textbooks/9780340900949/ With over 200 additional exercises and audio, it provides ample grammar practice for learners as well as the opportunity to practise listening and pronunciation skills. French Grammar Made Easy presents the essential patterns and rules of the French language in a clear and accessible manner. It is the ideal Grammar for those wishing to supplement their learning and move beyond the phrasebook level.
French Grammar You Really Need To Know: Teach Yourself
by Robin AdamsonComprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not only learn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. French Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language.
French Grammar You Really Need To Know: Teach Yourself
by Robin AdamsonComprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not only learn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. French Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language.
French in 3 Months with Free Audio App: Your Essential Guide to Understanding and Speaking French (DK Hugo in 3 Months Language Learning Courses)
by DKLearn to speak French in as little as 3 months, and impress with your new language skills!This educational fact-filled French language guide has a fresh new look and an accompanying audio app to get you speaking, reading and writing in French quickly and effortlessly. Inside this exciting French language book, you&’ll find: • &“Imitated pronunciation&” sections that make unfamiliar French sounds less daunting to English learners • Word lists, key phrases and model sentences that build vocabulary • Three self-assessment sections that allow the learner to engage with their own learning, and exercises follow each grammar lesson, reinforcing what has just been taught • Two mini bilingual dictionaries, meaning you can check words in both English and French Learning a new language has never been this fun and easy with the latest edition of this classic self-study course providing all the resources needed to speak, read and write in French. Whether you&’re a complete beginner or want to refresh your knowledge, Hugo: French in Three Months will have you speaking French fluently in just 12 weeks.This carefully structured grammar-based course contains 12 weekly chapters filled with informative lessons on the key grammatical structures and presents a range of useful vocabulary, along with easy-to-follow exercises to boost your learning. It helps develop and refine reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, and teaches approximately 4,000 words.Whether you&’re learning a new language for work, a future vacation or as a hobby, the Hugo language course series is the perfect place to start. Learn languages like Dutch, German, Italian or Spanish in only 12 weeks! Each course includes an audio app to help with understanding and pronunciation. Language learning has never been so easy!
The French in Our Lives: Past, Present, Future -- Influence and Implications
by Kathleen Stein-SmithThe French in Our Lives examines the profound influence of French language, culture, and thought in the world and, specifically, on the US and Americans throughout history. While many books discuss the similarities and differences between the two cultures, this book focuses on the influences – frequently overlooked – of French culture on the US. The insights provided through this examination promote a better appreciation and understanding of the significance of the French language, and of French ideas and values, throughout the world and in the US. Designed to enhance awareness of the significance of the French language and Francophone culture in the US and globally, this book will be of interest to students and instructors across disciplines, from French language and culture to US history and international studies.
French Made Nice & Easy (Language Learning Ser.)
by The Editors of REAWhether travelling to a foreign country or to your favorite international restaurant, this Nice & Easy guide gives you just enough of the language to get around and be understood. Much of the material in this book was developed for government personnel who are often assigned to a foreign country on a moment's notice and need a quick introduction to the language.
French Made Simple: Learn to speak and understand French quickly and easily (Made Simple)
by Pamela Rose HazeFrench Made Simple will help you learn to speak French quickly and easily! An invaluable introduction to one of the most studied languages, French Made Simple is ideal for students, business professionals, and tourists alike. Teaching the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and culture, it guides you step-by-step through the process of learning and conversing quickly. Refreshingly easy to understand, French Made Simple includes: • Grammar basics • Modern vocabulary • Helpful verb chart • French-English dictionary • Reading exercises • Economic information • Common expressions • Review quizzes • Complete answer key
French Made Simple
by E. Jackson A. RubioThis is as complete beginner's course in French which covers the requirements of the various GCSE examination syllabuses, and provides a good background to the language for students on RSA and other similar courses. The approach is designed to be of particular value for further education and self-study purposes.
French on Shifting Ground: Cultural and Coastal Erosion in South Louisiana (America's Third Coast Series)
by Nathalie DajkoIn French on Shifting Ground: Cultural and Coastal Erosion in South Louisiana, Nathalie Dajko introduces readers to the lower Lafourche Basin, Louisiana, where the land, a language, and a way of life are at risk due to climate change, environmental disaster, and coastal erosion. Louisiana French is endangered all around the state, but in the lower Lafourche Basin the shift to English is accompanied by the equally rapid disappearance of the land on which its speakers live. French on Shifting Ground allows both scholars and the general public to get an overview of how rich and diverse the French language in Louisiana is, and serves as a key reminder that Louisiana serves as a prime repository for Native and heritage languages, ranking among the strongest preservation regions in the southern and eastern US. Nathalie Dajko outlines the development of French in the region, highlighting the features that make it unique in the world and including the first published comparison of the way it is spoken by the local American Indian and Cajun populations. She then weaves together evidence from multiple lines of linguistic research, years of extensive participant observation, and personal narratives from the residents themselves to illustrate the ways in which language—in this case French—is as fundamental to the creation of place as is the physical landscape. It is a story at once scholarly and personal: the loss of the land and the concomitant loss of the language have implications for the academic community as well as for the people whose cultures—and identities—are literally at stake.
French Phrases for Beginners: A Foolproof Guide to Everyday Terms Every Traveler Needs to Know (Pocket Guides)
by Gail SteinSound like a native in no time!You've decided to cross off a bucket list item by visiting France or one of the many countries where French is spoken—but you don't know much more than a few words en français. With everything you need to pack for your trip, you won't want to lug around an English to French dictionary. All you really need is this French Phrases for Beginners pocket guide.This handy book includes these features: • Everyday terms to use when traveling, shopping, and eating out • Conversational phrases for discussing the weather, sports, and family • Popular idioms to help you sound (almost) like a native French speaker • Pronunciation keys for nearly every phrase discussedWhether you need to know what time the train leaves, how to ask for an ambulance, or the all-important question of where's the bathroom, French Phrases for Beginners is your go-to companion for ensuring you enjoy your visit to France or anywhere else where French is spoken.
The French-Speaking World: A Practical Introduction to Sociolinguistic Issues (Routledge Language in Society)
by Rodney Ball Dawn MarleyThe French-Speaking World is an accessible textbook that offers students the opportunity to explore for themselves a wide range of sociolinguistic issues relating to the French language and its role in the world. This new edition has been fully revised to reflect the many political and social changes of the last 15 years, including the impact of technology on language change. It continues to combine text with practical exercises and discussion questions to stimulate readers to think for themselves and to tackle specific problems. Key features of this book: Informative and comprehensive: covers a wide range of current issues Practical: contains a variety of graded exercises and tasks plus an index of terms Topical and contemporary: deals with current situations and provides up-to-date illustrative material Thought-provoking: encourages students to reflect and research for themselves The French-Speaking World is the ideal textbook for undergraduate students who have a sound practical knowledge of French but who have little or no knowledge of linguistics or sociolinguistics.