Sophie and Patrice always have a lot to talk about, from the latest political news to their favorite pastries. Listen in on their animated conversations about their life in Paris.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Patrice tells Sophie about a friend who missed a meeting due to a miscommunication and stresses the importance of good clear exchanges. They also discuss the reasons for misunderstandings and ways to avoid future problems.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Sophie went to a party on a barge and it was horrible! Watch this video to find out what happened.
Difficulty:
Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice go over the names of the vegetables they're about to cook with. It takes them a while, but eventually they get them right!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Patrice and Sophie demonstrate how to tell the time using different expressions, and explain the proper use of the twenty-four-hour clock.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Why is sunflower oil so expensive? Sophie and Patrice talk about grocery store prices and how it reminds them of the early days of COVID.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice need to rent a car, but Sophie is shocked at the cost. Fortunately, Patrice may have found a rental package that will be cheaper.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice discuss the drought problems in Corsica. Sophie wishes she'd spent her summer vacation in the mountains instead!
Difficulty:
Beginner
France
When should you say bonjour versus bonsoir? Should you say un or une après-midi? Find out in this video.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Which is better, living in the country or in the city? Find out what Patrice and Sophie prefer.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Patrice and Sophie discuss homonyms, words that sound the same but have totally different meanings, something of a nightmare for French learners. Learn the difference between the same-sounding words verre, vers, ver, vert, and vair.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice discuss letting kids play video games. Patrice thinks they're addictive, while Sophie doesn't see any harm in them.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Sophie likes the French weekly Le Canard enchaîné because it's one of the few remaining newspapers with some independence. She and Patrice discuss what makes a newspaper honest and objective.
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Sophie admits that she spends too much time on Instagram, but it's fun! Though it does make her feel a bit guilty...
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice have a deep conversation about love and relationships. Patrice concludes it with some romantic words that leave Sophie speechless!
Difficulty:
Adv Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice explain how hard life is now in France with inflation and prices rising. Sophie thinks the world is going through unprecedented times, while Patrice disagrees.
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