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How and when do I use the subjunctive?

The subjunctive in French is used when talking about theoretical situations, and also with certain phrases using 'que' - this can be tricky, because the 'que' phrases must be learnt. The subjunctive is also ...
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Answered by Jennifer O. • French tutor
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What is the Futur Proche?

The Futur Proche, or the French Near Future Tense, is a construction used to express an action or event that will happen very soon. The Futur Proche is formed by conjugating the verb 'aller' in the present t...
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Answered by Bethany C. • French tutor
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How can I prepare for French oral exams?

Here is a step by step guide to feeling confident in oral exams:A) Find out your exam board and print all relevant documents (mark schemes, exemplar material, you could even ask your teacher whether they hav...
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Answered by Lowri C. • French tutor
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How can I improve my conversation skills?

Note : this answer is valid for improving in any language at any level. Key words: practice and revision. - Practice will make your words flow faster and as a result will make you feel more confident. Regula...
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Answered by Elise H. • French tutor
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When should you use the passé simple instead of the imparfait?/Quand devrais-tu utiliser le passé simple à la place de l'imparfait?

The passé simple is used to describe an action that belongs exclusively in the past and was not a habit, as in it happened only once in the past; whereas the imparfait is used to decribe an action that happe...
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Answered by Arthur B. • French tutor
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