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on va s'arrêter sur

Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 79: on va s’arrêter sur

    Discover the layers of meaning with “on va s’arrêter sur” and the depth behind “En plus du”. Dive deep into the tradition and dual sense of “souffler ses bougies”. And did you know these idioms are all used in “le français familier”? Join us in today’s quiz to uncover the beauty of these expressions in everyday French.

    à la fois

    Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 78: à la fois

      Catch a glimpse of how “L’âge désigne un temps écoulé” intertwines with the intricate layers of time. Delve deep into expressions like “à la fois” and let “qu’on m’a posée” stir a moment of introspection. Take today’s quiz, fill in the blanks as you follow along.

      il revient sur

      Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 77: il revient sur

        Dive into the depth of language with expressions like “il revient sur”, a return to a topic, and “révèle cette expression”, unveiling a term. Then, connect ideas with “s’y rattachent”, binding concepts together. Challenge yourself with today’s quiz and uncover the richness of French!

        malgré

        Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 76: malgré

          Dive into the evolution of our lives: from the ‘variété de nos devenirs’ to the ‘étapes des vies d’aujourd’hui’. How does today’s pluralistic life contrast with ‘qu’hier’? Unpack the essence of ‘Malgré’ and explore the multidimensional journey of adulthood. Ready for a linguistic exploration? 🌟

          maintient l'illusion

          Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 75: maintient l’illusion

          Dive into the captivating question of identity with “comment est-ce que”. Unravel the depths of “maintient l’illusion” as we ponder continuity despite change. Grapple with “malgré” and feel the poignancy of “le temps qui passe”. Challenge yourself with our fill-in-the-blanks quiz to enhance your understanding.

          des âges de la vie adulte

          Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 74: des âges de la vie adulte

            Ever thought about the “âges de la vie adulte”? Dive into recent insights with “Plus récemment” published findings. What makes an introduction intriguing? Discover what “je trouve particulièrement intéressante”. Challenge yourself with today’s quiz!

            pour en explorer

            Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 73: pour en explorer

              Unearth the depths of “en retraçant” as we trace back the rich history of birthdays. The phrase “pour en explorer” beckons a journey of discovery, while “les effets psychologiques” promises insights into the mind’s workings on special occasions. Ready to explore? Dive in and challenge yourself with our fill-in-the-blanks quiz.

              noublient-jamais

              Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 72: n’oublient jamais

              A long one, and slow paced. Follow along with 50 words and many many questions. Follow along with: “pose plusieurs questions”, “ceux des autre”, and “n’oublient jamais”. Fill in the blanks and hone your ear for French questions.

              des âges de la vie

              Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 71: des âges de la vie

                Dive into the following phrases between 31 words: “psychologie des âges de la vie”, “plusieurs”, and “notamment”. Listen in and fill in the blanks with the quiz. This moderately paced clip is perfect for beginners. Challenge your listening skills at any level and see how many times you have to relisten.

                faire le point

                Passarelles ep. 1, Quiz 70: faire le point

                In just 28 words, I found so many phrases to dive into: “un peu”, “comme avec”, “le premier de l’an”, “profitent”, and “faire le point”. I was most surprised by “faire le point” as an idiom. What’s opening up for you with this moderately fast clip? Take a listen and fill in the blanks to test your ear!

                un tournant dans la vie

                Passarelles ep. 1, Quiz 69: un tournant dans la vie

                Ever thought of birthdays as existential crossroads? Learn the meaning behind phrases like ‘peut être,’ ‘parfois,’ and ‘un tournant dans la vie’ in this 29-word clip from ‘Passerelles.’ What’s opening up for you in this clip? Dive in, hear these phrases in context, and fill in the blanks as we explore the depth behind celebrations in French culture.

                une pression

                Passerelles ep. 1, Quiz 68: une pression

                  Do you know the phrases ‘pas grandi,’ ‘une pression,’ and ‘choix de vie’? Today’s moderately-paced clip from ‘Passerelles’ delves into growing up without societal pressure in France. Hear these phrases in context as we explore one person’s unique experience in defying norms and making life choices. Take a listen and fill in what you can as we uncover the subtleties of French culture through the lens of individual freedom.