[2023-12-17] Join the Fun of French Learning - New Words & a Lively Joke Await!

particulièrement

The French word 'particulièrement' is an adverb which is directly synonymous with the English word 'especially'. It is often used to highlight something particular, often with a sense of singling out or talking about what is exceptional or high importance. Just like in English, it can be used to introduce a case in point or specify a particular situation in a sentence.

Here's how to use it:

• Je suis particulièrement satisfait de ce travail.
• Elle est particulièrement douée pour le dessin.
• C'est une plante qui nécessite particulièrement peu d'eau.

ouais

The French word 'ouais' is often used as an informal or slang way to say 'yeah' in English. It is usually used in casual conversation and is equivalent to saying 'yes.' However, it is less formal than 'oui,' the standard French word for 'yes.'

Here's how to use it:

• Ouais, je comprends ce que tu dis.
• Ouais, il fait vraiment chaud aujourd'hui.
• Ouais, je l'ai trouvé très intéressant.

plan

The French word 'plan' is used in the same context as it is in English. It could indicate a proposal for doing or achieving something, a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something, a scheme for making, doing, or arranging something. It can also be a map or diagram drawn to scale, showing the arrangement, or workings of something.

Here's how to use it:

• Nous devons respecter le plan.
• Le plan a échoué.
• Il faut changer le plan.

la vie

The French word 'la vie' translates to 'life' in English. It is used in the same way as in English, to refer to either the existence of an individual/entity or the experience of living. It can be used in various contexts, such as discussing lifestyle ('style de vie') or life span ('durée de vie'). Pay close attention to gender when using 'la vie' in a sentence, as it is feminine in French.

Here's how to use it:

• C'est la vie.
• La vie est dure.
• La vie est précieuse.

norme

The French word 'norme' translates to 'standard' in English. It is commonly used in French to refer to something that serves as a basis for comparison or a level of quality or attainment. Much like in English, 'norme' can be utilized within various contexts, such as in technology when discussing 'standards' or 'norms', or socially when discussing what is considered 'standard' or 'normal' behaviour.

Here's how to use it:

• Elle a violé la norme de conduite.
• Nous devons établir une nouvelle norme.
• La norme légale est différente ici.

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