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7 THINGS YOU HAVE TO KNOW BEFORE LEAPING INTO

FRENCH FOR A SMOOTHER LEARNING EXPERIENCE

with tips by a student who studied French for fun

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7 THINGS YOU HAVE TO KNOW BEFORE LEAPING INTO à monsieur Gilbert et monsieur Nacer

bonjour!

{ hello }

PREFACE

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As teachers in Agape School of Education, students are our greatest inspiration. Many years of teaching and interaction with them have led us to understand their anxiety, frustration and motivation to learn a language. Gradually we realize that students learn best once they grow passionate towards the language and could experience its practical benefits. The best reward is to see our students perform well and see them go on to achieve greater things with the knowledge they have attained. With these insight in mind we have been determine to establish a school that offers experiential learning methodology that will exhume the student’s unlimited capabilities.

With Lin Derong alias Jean-Pierre, our enthusiasm was further strengthen by the encouragement we received through his performance. As his teachers, we must admit our task was easier because he already had an unconditional love for the language. His Agape (αγάπη) for French was the catalyst which allowed him to attain his French International Diploma B2 in only 200 hours of course. The fact that he was attending French private class and was doing his National Service cannot explain his excellent performance.

The strong foundation Jean-Pierre received from Agape School of Education allowed him to master French as a language of communication and life skills. That helped him to become successful in the global performing arenas. In addition to developing a new passion in fashion design, he also developed his writing skills.

During his NS period, he went on mission to India and New Zealand and we received a comprehensive writing about his saga which we also plan to publish. We think that this e-book is a kind of chatting about his experience in learning the French language.

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In Agape School of Education we believe that our students should be able to understand, experience and communicate effectively in the language they have learnt to master and apply the life skills they acquired in their daily interaction with people thus ultimately boosting their self-confidence to achieve anything their heart desire.

Jean-Pierre is not the only student who has done extremely well in Agape School of Education. But we must confess does far he is the only one who “dares” to communicate in writing. So we wish him the very best for his future. We are confident you will enjoy reading his e-book and receiving the baton that is passing on to you.

Jean-Pierre, we in Agape School of Education are proud to be a milestone in your brilliant future!

Bon Vent !

Gilbert Ndiaye Founder Agape School of Education 10th August 2014 PAGE 2 | ASE© 2014. SINGAPORE

FORWARD

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Dear friends, First of all, I would like to congratulate you for downloading this e-book. This shows that you have (at least a little bit of) interest in a language that would open up a whole new world of possibilities. I am not here to sell French to you because I stand to gain little from this. If you study the language, French will eventually reveal its marvels to you. The learning process will be fun and the rewards are truly gratifying.

Before we embark on this little adventure to discover the beauty of French, here is a little introduction about myself. My name is jp LIN, and I took foundation classes at Agape School of Education for 3 months.

However, shortly after I was enlisted for military national service (NS). Yet half-way through serving my NS as a combatant, my interest and love for French led me to continue my French lessons during the weekends.

Many people asked me why I enjoyed learning French, but the fact is up till now, I do not have a standard or definite answer. Perhaps my love for French grew stronger as I ventured deeper into it.

Nonetheless, the journey to learning French was not easy. I was a little apprehensive when I decided to continue my French lessons while serving NS but I felt a sense of inner motivation to go ahead. I could only use the night hours in camp (and sometimes the afternoons when there was no training). I would then use my weekends to practice my written French. There was no one around to practice my speech with other than my French tutor since none of my family members or friends knew the language.

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Furthermore, after completing my DELF A2 (I will go on to explain about this further later) in May last year, I had to participate in and rehearse for the National Day Parade. This meant that I had to spend my entire Saturday at Marina, the rehearsal venue. Throughout that period, I continued with for French while undergoing a hectic military life. In November 2012 and January 2013 I had 2 overseas exercises which meant a 3 months break from French and thus had to cancel my DELF B1. Despite my hectic schedules, I encouraged myself to find time to practice French. Whether it was listening to French recordings or writing anything on my notebook or phone, I would do it. The thrill of accumulating information and knowledge in such a sexy language while simultaneously serving my time as a soldier kept me going. Now, I have finally completed my time in army and am on my way to DELF B2 this coming May. It is very important that I thank my French tutor, who was understanding and gave me the support which enabled me to study French with acceleration. This e-book is solely based on my personal experience of learning French. I strongly believe that everyone will have a different approach when it comes to learning a new language. I will share mine in this e-book by presenting to you the seven things I think you should know before starting French.

Amical

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II Dear friends, It has been 2 months since I passed my DELF B2 exam. Closer to the B2, the preparation was exhausting.

It involved overnight oral training, countless hours of listening to French tapes, endless reading and writing which could be very tedious at times.

Like what my tutor said, “tu as sauté dans le train en marche” (I hopped on the train). Since I did not start French during my early years of education, I had a disadvantage in terms of experience and exposure. Therefore, I had to work extra hard to make it up.

After ORD (Operation Ready Date – term used for release from NS), when I was supposed to be partying before university classes commence, I dedicated most of my time to being in Agape and my own room trying to make it for B2.

French requires learners’ critical thinking skills in a systematic form. One will have to think like a Frenchman in order to produce and comprehend sensible works. Once you start understanding the language and how it flows, you will start to appreciate and feel its wonders.

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Despite all the difficulties, I am glad that I made it through B2 and reached a higher level of French. It was a really challenging but fulfilling experience and I am starting my preparation towards DALF C1 soon. It was indeed hard for me given the limited time I had. However, like I mentioned previously, everyone will have a different experience/ goal. Thus, after many additions and editions, I present to you this e-book in which I will share with you 7 advices before starting French, discovered and distillated from my experience.

I would like to thank my boss, my tutor and my friends who have helped made this e-book possible. I hope that you will enjoy reading this and gain some inspiration to learn a new language.

Amicalement jp. LIN 27th July 2013

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DELF & DALF My end goal of learning French is essentially being able to read, write and speak. Thus I have chosen to take the DELF exam as a yardstick to my learning.

DELF, The Diplôme d’études en langue française, (Diploma in French Studies): is a certification of French-language abilities for non-native speakers of French administered by the International Centre for French Studies for France’s Ministry of Education.

It is composed of four independent diplomas: A1, A2, B1 and B2 where A represents the “basic division” and B represents the “independent division” .

DALF, Diplôme approfondi de langue française (Diploma of Advanced French Language Studies): Advancing up from the DELF, it is composed of two independent diplomas corresponding to the top two levels, C1 & C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

THE FIRST THING

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{ why }

WHY FRENCH There are thousands of languages out there that you could learn! So why choose French? This is may be an easy language to pick up but it can be hard to master. The following are some reasons (and perks) to learning French. Let us now explore French and perhaps, you will find your interest and passions within this.

it will serve as your

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no1: A World Language French is a global language that has more than 200 million users spanning across five continents. The Francophone, the International Organization of French-speaking countries, comprises of 68 states and governments. French is the second most widely learned foreign language after English, and the ninth most widely spoken language in the world. France operates the biggest international network of cultural institutes, which run French-language courses for more than 750,000 learners. no2: international Relations French is both a working language and an official language of the United Nations, the European Union, UNESCO, NATO, the International Olympic Committee, the International Red Cross and international courts. French is the language of the three cities where the headquarters of EU institutions are located: Strasbourg, Brussels and Luxembourg. Therefore, it provides a common platform for speakers to share and express ideas and emotions.

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no3: A Whole New World Perspective After English and German, French is the third most used language on the Internet, ahead of Spanish. An ability to understand French offers an alternative view of the world through communication with French speakers from all the continents and news from the French-language international media (TV5, France 24 and Radio France Internationale). no4: Higher Academia Speaking French opens up academic opportunities at renowned French universities and business schools (including one of the World’s leading Business School: HEC Paris), ranked among the top higher education institutions in Europe and the world. Students with a high level of proficiency in French are eligible for French government scholarships to enroll in courses in France in any discipline of their choice and qualify for internationally recognized French degrees. This encourages people with a passion for French not only to pursue their academic ambitions but also do research with added incentives and advantages.

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no5: Job Market As the world’s fifth biggest economy and number-three destination for foreign investment, France is a key economic partner. Thus, an ability to speak French alongside English is an advantage not only in France but also in the international job market. Knowledge of French opens the doors of French companies in France and other French-speaking parts of the world (Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, and North and sub-Saharan Africa). no6: Culture French, as many claim, is the international language of culinary arts, fashion, theatre, the visual arts, dance and architecture. Knowledge of French offers access to great works of literature, as well as the media, in the original forms. French is the language of a long list of huge artists and intellects including Victor Hugo, Molière, Léopold Sendar Senghor, Edith Piaf, Jean-Paul Sartre, Alain Delon and Zinedine Zidane. Learning French will not only bring you closer to the beauty of the French culture but will also allow you to appreciate great works and gain an unprecedented level of sophistication.

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no7: Travel France is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. A little French makes it much more enjoyable to visit Paris. Knowing French will allow you to explore all the regions of France (from the mild climes of the Cote d’Azur to the snow-capped peaks of the Alps via the rugged coastline of Brittany) and gain insights into French culture, mentality and way of life. French also comes in handy when travelling to Africa, Switzerland, Canada, Monaco, the Seychelles and other places where there are large groups of French-speaking people. no8: The Foundation Language French is a good base for learning other languages, especially Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian) as well as English, since fifty per cent of current English vocabulary is derived from French. As Anglophones, one of the best reasons to learn French is to help you understand your own language. Although English is a Germanic language, French has had an enormous impact on it. In fact, French is the largest donor of foreign words in English and French will greatly increase the number of English words you know. It does not take long to reach a level where you can communicate in French.

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no9: Fun There are many methods employed by both French teachers and language-learning technologies that make learning French enjoyable for children and adults alike. no10: Love and Reason Learning French will give you the pleasure of learning a beautiful, rich, melodious language, often called the language of love. French is also an analytical language that structures thought and develops critical thinking, which is a valuable skill for discussions and negotiations.

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cœur a heart

ses raisons que la raison ne connaît pas”

has

its

reasons

that

reason

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does

not

know”

THE SECOND THING

les deux clés

{ the 2 keys* }

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1. THE PRONUNCIATION

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This is not easy to grasp as an Anglophone. In this e-book I will cover the apostrophe and liaison while leaving you to discover the rest on your own, because in my opinion, these two are the most pertinent in French.

L

Apostrophe

When the first adjacent word ends with a vowel and the second adjacent word begins also with a vowel, the vowel of the first word will be replaced by an “apostrophe”. Example of “I love” in French: Je aime -> J’aime

Ever wondered why can the French can speak fluidly? This is because some letters are carried forward from the end of one word to the beginning of the next. An example of “Oranges? I have many!” in French: L

La Liaison

Des oranges ? J’en ai beaucoup !

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The French Alphabet With English pronunciation

A h a h J j z h e e S s a s s B b b a y K k k i a h T t t a C c s a y L l e l l e U u y D d d a y M m e m m e V v v a EeeuNnenneWwdouble-va F f e f f e O o o h X x e e k G g z h a y P p p a y Y y a e - g r e H h a h - s h Q q k u e Z z z e IieeRrair PAGE 18 | ASEŠ 2014. SINGAPORE

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2. LA GRAMMAIRE After doing French for close to 300hours, I still strongly believe that grammar is at the heart of any language. It is very important to have a strong basic grammar foundation at an early stage in order to do well. It can be tedious, but you will definitely not regret the time spent on it when you finally master the language.

Gender of Nouns This should be no stranger. In French, all nouns are either masculine or feminine. You will have no difficulty in deciding the gender of people, but the gender of things and abstract nouns are determined, with few exceptions, by the ending of the noun.

Nouns ending in mute –e have developed from Latin nouns with the feminine ending -a, and are therefore usually feminine. Most abstract nouns are also feminine.

End of story: NO FORMULA TO RULE EVERY WORD! SO COMMIT THEM TO MEMORY!! (COMES WITH PRACTICE)

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The Definite Article: THE Masculine Singular: Le -> Le père [The Father] Feminine Singular: La -> La mère [The Mother] M/F Singular before a word that begins with a vowel or silent h: L’ -> L’enfant [The Child] Masculine/Feminine Plural: Les -> Les enfants [The Children]

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The 2 Most Important Verbs In Your Life I cannot further emphasize how important these two verbs are in French. You MUST know them by heart. ALL verbs are conjugated with respect to the 6 personal subjects. Note on* is usually used informally as we: we have or one: one has.

First person singular Second person singular informal Third person singular

I---Je You---Tu He/she/we/one---Il/Elle/On

First person plural

We---Nous

Second person formal/plural informal

You---Vous

Third person plural

They---Ils/Elles

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Avoir { to have }

Être { to be }

J’ai-----------------I have

Je suis----------------I am

Tu as--------------You have

Tu es---------------You are

Il/elle/on a-------He/she has

Il/elle/on est-------He/she is

Nous avons--------We have

Nous sommes--------We are

Vous avez---------You have

Vous êtes-----------You are

Ils/elles ont-------They have

Ils/elles sont--------They are

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..........WAIT!!

This is not a book about grammar, but my heartfelt attempt at sharing the joy of French with you. To summarize, the French grammar is relatively more precise and detailed as compared to English. There are more syntax rules in French than in English which you would need to know in order to make a sensible sentence. That is why French is a powerful language and all original international legal documents are IN FRENCH and then translated back to English. VoilĂ ! I present to you another reason to learn French!

THE THIRD THING

anglais-français { The French of English }

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Influence on English The course of learning French aided my English tremendously. It has expanded my vocabulary and I can finally understand the epistemology of certain English words. This can be truly enlightening, especially for people who are fascinated by languages.

GOOD NEWS You already know half of the French vocabulary. Endings of similar words below are all French‌but pronounced in a slightly different manner :)

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English } french Education } Éducation[ay-dü-cah-sion] Connection } Connexion[coh-nec-xion] Liberty } Liberté[li-biah-tay] Comfortable } Confortable[kon-forh-tah-ble] Catastrophic } Catastrophique[ka-tas-tro-fick] Slowly } Lentement[lonte-mon]

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THE FOURTH THING

savoir-sentir

{ feeling French }

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LISTEN & SPEAK It is one thing to be able to read and write and yet another thing to hold conversations in French.

For those who have French-speaking friends/ family, take the chance to talk! However, practicing your speech could be difficult if you are in an environment where no one else speaks French except those in your French class. Exposure is key! Do not worry! When you are alone, speak to yourself! Think in French!

Listen to native speakers! Imitate French recordings until you are very familiar with them! Learn how to formulate your own sentences in spoken French and take every opportunity available to speak. Do not be afraid to make mistakes. After all, it is through these mistakes that you will learn more.

MAEK ALOT OF MSITAEK. MAKE A LOT FO MIASTKES! MAKE A LOT OF MISTAKES!!!

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ecoute! ecoute! ecoute!

ecoute! ecoute! ecoute!

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THE FIFTH THING

savoir-comprendre { comprehending French }

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READ! ANY FRENCH MATERIALS WILL DO! This would not only improve your understanding of the language, but also aid in your writing skills. No time for books? That is perfectly fine! Pick up some French comics, try to sing along to some saucy French songs and watch films. This will boost your ability of comprehension and will broaden your vocabulary.

It is alright if you encounter several words that you do not know in the material because what matters more is appreciating the general idea and language. With the onset of technology, it might become very compelling to use Google Translate for help but it is not accurate. Always use a dictionary like “le petit larousse” for a better understanding. AVOID LITERAL TRANSLATIONS! Feel the language, appreciate the sentence structures, and understand the context of the vocabulary and see your French skills grow.

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THE SIXTH THING

savoir-apprendre { learning French }

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MY recommendation ONE: Practice the pronunciation. Get a coach or online exercises.

TWO: Understand the grammar. DRILL grammar exercises. Learn from your mistakes, and re-evaluate yourself till you make no more mistakes.

THREE: Simultaneously you can do listening comprehension exercises. Keep repeating the recordings until you can understand and MIMIC exactly what the speaker is saying.

FOUR: I have never been a fan of any forced memory work. Hence, I believe that vocabulary should be accumulated along the way. [There are inevitable ones, like NUMBERS and BASIC verbs which you cannot escape from] Once you move beyond the foundation stage, try to work without a dictionary. Look at the sentence and try to comprehend the word. After which, you may refer.

HARDWORK There is no shorter route to acquiring French, but it is possible to do it within a short period of time.

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P R AC T I C E !

P R AC T I C E !

P R AC T I C E !

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THE SEVENTH & LAST THING

l’état d’esprit

{ mindset}

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it may seem easy at first However, as we proceed, things may become daunting.

Most of us go through a period of this -> Most learners will have a strong tendency to give up. I know this by heart because I have experienced this myself.

For some, this lack of motivation lasts for a short period, but for others, they may go through this for a longer period of time. Therefore, what is important here is to keep on persevering!

If you ever feel like you are stagnating, going off track due to reasons like time constraints or just not going anywhere, then I advice you to take a break. Return back when you have cleared your mind.

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You can study French anywhere given the exposure. However in Singapore, the community can be rather small. Thus it may require a greater amount of discipline to do it. You may not notice it but you are progressing as you are accumulating knowledge in the language. Not sure? Ask + seek help!

So long as you are using a suitable learning method and have a positive attitude… …you can pass -> and SUCCEED!

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Scared YET?

IT IS COMPLETELY NORMAL!! SO....

IT

WILL

ONLY

GET

HARDER ... KEEP CALM AND LEARN FRENCH!

SOIS

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You are about to begin a very exciting journey that is filled with rewarding experiences and of course‌ difficulties.

Paris is not built in a day. It takes dedication and endless hard work to make it happen.

Let Agape School of Education help you through this journey.

bon courage!

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supplementaires { extras }

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actress Marion Cotillard

actress Audrey Tautou

footballer Zinedine Zidane

singer Edith Piaf

know some famous french people

politician Françoise Hollande

muscian Daft Punk

designer Jean Paul Gaultier

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singer/ songwriter Carla Bruni

The

history of

FRENCH

I’ll spare you from the excruciatingly long history. Like most other languages in Europe (English inclusive), French is derived from Latin. Prior to the reunification of France, people all over France spoke different dialects of French. However, after Paris dominated the nation as the capital, the official language was standardized to Parisian. Thus, modern French was actually Parisian.

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Salut ! Ça va ?

Hi! How are you?

Oui ! Je vais bien !

Merci !

Yes ! I am good !

Thanks !

Qu’est que tu fais maintenant?

What are you doing now ?

Voulez-vous sortir avec moi ce soir ?

Do you want to go out with me tonight?

Bonjour !!

Good day!

bavardons ! { let’s chat }

Bonjour monsieur, je m’appelle Paul.

Aimeriez-vous du thé ?

Hello mister, my name is Paul. Would you like some tea?

Est-ce que tu m’aimes ?

Do you love me?

Oui ma chérie !

Yes my dear !

Moi ! J’en voudrais bien !!

Me! I would love to!!

Oui, et toi ?

Comment était ta journée ?

Yes, and you?

How was your day?

As-tu passé une bonne journée ?

Did you have a good day?

J’ai soif !! Où puisje boire de l’eau ?

I’m thirsty!! Where is the water?!

C’est tout pour aujourd’hui !! Au revoir !

That’s all for today!! Goodbye!

À bientôt !

See you soon!

The Luncheon of the Boating Party, Pierre Auguste Renoir | 1880-81

fin

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