Fast French

The French noun “un coup” is versatile and widely used in various contexts. It can mean “a blow” or “a stroke,” but its meanings extend far beyond these basic definitions. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/nouns/un-coup/

In French, there are several words used to refer to “thing.” Each has its nuances and specific contexts where it’s most appropriate. Here’s a guide to the different French words for “thing.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/nouns/thing/

In French, the noun “un soulagement” and the verb “soulager” are important words that convey the concept of relief. These words are used in everyday language to express the alleviation of pain, stress, or discomfort. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/soulager/

The article with the list of important irregular verbs in French has just been updated. New information has been added. Errors have been corrected. If you haven’t already read it, it’s worth checking out. I suggest you memorise at least the first nine (9) verbs on the list. These are être, avoir, faire, aller, venir, devoir, pouvoir, vouloir and savoir. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/irregular-verbs-update/

The French phrase “il se peut que” is commonly used in everyday conversation to express possibility or uncertainty. In English, it translates to “it may be that” or “it is possible that.” This phrase is followed by a verb in the subjunctive mood, which is used to convey doubt, possibility, or uncertainty. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/phrases/il-se-peut-que/

In French, “tel” and its variations (“telle,” “tels,” “telles”) are used to mean “such” or “such a” in English. They are adjectives that agree in gender and number with the noun they describe. For a simple guide on how to use each form, read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/adjectives/tel-telle-tels-telles/

What is the difference between the French verbs “sentir” and “se sentir”? They both mean “to feel” in English, although “sentir” can also mean “to smell.” So how are they different from each other and how should each one be used? Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/sentir_vs_se_sentir/

How do you translate the English verb “to grow” into French? There is not a single French verb that covers all the different meanings of “to grow,” so you need to select the appropriate verb. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/to-grow/

The French verb “voir” primarily means “to see.” It can be used in various contexts and expressions. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/voir/

The French verb “savoir” is a frequently used verb. It means “to know.” It is an irregular verb, which means it doesn’t follow the usual rules for the conjugation of verbs ending in the letters “ir.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/savoir/

The French verb “revenir” has several meanings and uses. It basically means “to come back,” since it is based on the verb “venir,” meaning “to come.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/revenir/

The French verb “provenir” means “to come from.” So don’t be tempted to say “venir de” which means “to have just (done something).” Instead, you should use “provenir.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/provenir/

The French adjectives “nouveau” and “neuf” both mean “new.” So how do you decide which one to use? Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/adjectives/nouveau-vs-neuf/

The French verb “vouloir” is a very important and frequently used verb. It means “to want.” It is often used with other verbs, eg “to want to do.” As such, it is described as an auxiliary verb, or helper verb, because it is useful when combined with other French verbs. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/vouloir/

The French verb “venir” means “to come.” It is one of the most frequently used verbs in the French language. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/venir/

The French adjective “chargé” has several meanings and can be used in various contexts. Amongst others, it can mean “loaded,” “busy,” “charged” and “heavy.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/adjectives/charge/

In French, one of the most important verbs is “aller,” which means “to go.” Let’s look at how it works in different situations. Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/aller/

Possessive pronouns replace nouns and show ownership or possession. They agree in gender and number with the nouns they replace. In English, they are “mine,” “yours,” “his,” “hers,” “ours,” and “theirs.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/pronouns/possessive-pronouns/

The French verb “exiger” means “to demand,” “to require,” or “to insist upon.” It comes from the Latin verb “exigere,” which means “to drive out” or “to demand.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/exiger/

The French word “jurer” is a commonly used verb. It means “to swear,” “to swear to,” “to swear that,” “to promise,” “to affirm,” and, “to use swear words.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/jurer/

The French phrase “être censé” means “to be supposed.” It is usually followed by a verb in the infinitive. There is no need to use the words "de" or "à" between "être" and "censé." Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/phrases/etre-cense/

The French expression “tomber des nues” translates literally as “to fall from the clouds.” “Les nues” is a feminine plural noun meaning “the clouds” or “the heavens.” It is not used these days, except in a literary sense. The modern word for clouds is “les nuages” and for heavens it is “le ciel” or “le paradis.” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/sayings-and-expressions/tomber-des-nues/

The French verbs “amener,” “apporter,” “emmener” and “emporter” are used to translate the English verbs “to take” and “to bring.” But which one should you use? And what happened to “prendre?” Read the full story here: https://fastfrench.com.au/verbs/amener-apporter-emmener-emporter/