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.
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Newbie
France
Patrice and Sophie discuss what's in store for la rentrée, or the return from the summer holiday. So far it's not looking too promising to Sophie. There's a shortage of staff in schools and hospitals, and also a shortage of hairdressers and barbers, apparently....
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Newbie
France
Sophie and Patrice introduce the basics of counting in French. They make it up to one sextillion (un trilliard), but if you're new to French, you can just focus on learning zéro to neuf.
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Beginner
France
Which is better, living in the country or in the city? Find out what Patrice and Sophie prefer.
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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:
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:
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:
Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice have a deep conversation about love and relationships. Patrice concludes it with some romantic words that leave Sophie speechless!
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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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Beginner
France
Patrice had the opportunity to portray literary icon Marcel Proust in a production on a beach. He and Sophie reflect on this wonderful experience.
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Beginner
France
Amener, apporter, emmener, emporter: which form of "to take" or "to bring (along)" should we use? Watch this video carefully to understand the difference.
Difficulty:
Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice talk about all the construction work being done in Paris to beautify the city and its suburbs before the 2024 Olympic games. They share different opinions on this disruption.
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Beginner
France
Patrice is not feeling well and thinks he might have eaten something that didn't agree with him. Sophie tries to help with some good advice.
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Beginner
France
Living in an apartment can be hell when your neighbor decides to remodel. Patrice and Sophie suffer in silence while the noise goes on unabated around them. It's so bad, Patrice thinks that even the plants are hurting...
Difficulty:
Beginner
France
Sophie and Patrice will teach you the names of colors, from basic ones to the more unusual ones. For example, do you know what grège is?
Difficulty:
Beginner
France
In this very interesting video, Patrice and Sophie talk about the problems and resolutions discussed during the COP28 climate conference. Sophie notes that participating countries not only failed to reach their goals, but are actually going backwards.
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