Coffee Break French

Lesson 58 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:00:51 +0000

In Lesson 58 we take our knowledge of the perfect tense a stage further by looking at reflexive verbs.

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Lesson 57 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:00:42 +0000

In Lesson 57 we look at the other verbs that take ‘être’ as their auxiliary verb in the perfect tense and we consider a way to remember them.

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Lesson 56 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 06:00:55 +0000

In this week’s lesson we look at two verbs which take ‘être’ as their auxiliary verb in the perfect tense, instead of ‘avoir.’

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Lesson 55 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:00:14 +0000

In Lesson 55, we take a look at some verbs which have irregular past participles and are therefore irregular in the perfect tense.

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Update: we’ve had reports of problems downloading CBF lesson 55 from our website. We’re looking into this and are awaiting a response from our hosting company, Libsyn. In the meantime, you can access lesson 55 from our members’ area: scroll down and click on the mp3 link in the “free” column for lesson 55.

Lesson 54 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 23 May 2009 22:00:03 +0000

In this week’s lesson we continue looking at the perfect tense, this time using regular -re and -ir verbs. We also think about the different uses of the perfect tense.

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Lesson 53 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 16 May 2009 09:18:26 +0000

In Lesson 53 we introduce the perfect tense of regular -er verbs.

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Lesson 52 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 09 May 2009 08:00:59 +0000

In Lesson 52 we take a look at the negative form of the immediate future tense. We also look at the different ways to say “some” in French, also known as the partitive article.

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Lesson 51 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 02 May 2009 22:59:03 +0000

In Lesson 51, we learn how to say “going to do something” in French. This is a useful way of talking about the immediate future.

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Lesson 50 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In lesson 50, Mark puts Anna to the test with an identity quiz.

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Lesson 49 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 22:00:00 +0000

In this week’s lesson, we look at some adjectives that come before the noun instead of after. We also learn a way to remember which adjectives come before the noun.

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Lesson 48 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 18:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 48, we look at a different area of French grammar. We move on from verbs to adjectives and start by talking about colours and nationalities. Anna can’t be here for this lesson but she will be back with us next week as we look at adjectives in more detail.

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Lesson 47 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In this week’s lesson, Mark puts Anna and our listeners to the test on the verbs we have been looking at in the past few lessons.

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Lesson 46 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 46, we check if Anna has done her homework from last week and take a look at the conversations she has come up with. We also look at the present tense of two irregular verbs: “avoir” and “être.”

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Lesson 45 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 12:21:46 +0000

In this week’s lesson, Mark and Anna talk about the verb aller, meaning “to go” and introduce the concept of irregular verbs in the context of making arrangements and forming questions. By looking more closely at the grammar behind the French, we hope you will gain a better overall understanding of the language and be able to put what you learn to practical use.

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Lesson 44 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In this week’s lesson, Mark and Anna talk about making arrangements. By looking more closely at the grammar behind the French, we hope you will gain a better overall understanding of the language and be able to put what you learn to practical use.

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Lesson 43 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In this week’s episode, we take a further look at daily routine, focusing particularly on reflexive verbs. We also look at time in more detail so we can say exactly when we carry out each part of our daily routine.

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Lesson 42 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 42 we continue to look at ER verbs in the present tense by talking about our daily routines.

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Lesson 41 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 41 we move on from looking at particular words and phrases to constructing the language so you can say exactly what you want to say. We start by taking a look at how to conjugate regular ER verbs in the present tense.

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Lesson 40 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:00:00 +0000

Lesson 40, the last episode of Unit 4, is based on another conversation we recorded on the beach in Sainte-Marie.

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Lesson 39 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:03:33 +0000

In lesson 39, we have a special dialogue for you. We’ll be listening to a conversation recorded on the beach in Sainte-Marie where Anna talked with a French family.

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Lesson 38 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:54:43 +0000

This week, we are continuing our series of dialogues recorded in France. Anna is not feeling too well so we take a trip to the pharmacy to get something to make her feel better.

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Lesson 37 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:36:03 +0000

In episode 37, Mark is asking the hotel receptionist for some information. Listen to the dialogue and the breakdown of the conversation in order to learn new vocabulary and constructions as well as using what you already know to work out what they are saying.

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Lesson 36 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:59:40 +0000

In this week’s show, we are continuing our series of dialogues recorded in Pornic and Sainte-Marie. We have 2 conversations recorded on shopping trips in France - one with Mark and one with Anna and her friend.

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Lesson 35 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 35, Mark and Anna are in the Tourist Information Office in Sainte-Marie, looking for some information about the area.

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Lesson 34 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 34, it’s breakfast time in Ste-Marie sur Mer. Mark and Anna are joined by Anna’s friend as they order breakfast. Having learned the content from previous lessons, listeners will understand much of the material in this lesson..

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Lesson 33 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:52:04 +0000

In Lesson 33, join Mark and Anna in France as they arrive at the hotel. Anna plays the role of Jane Johnson, a British tourist who is checking in at the hotel. In this dialogue, you’ll recognise lots of the words and phrases covered in Lessons 22 and 23.

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Lesson 32 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:23:15 +0000

Join Mark in this week’s episode as he arrives at Nantes Airport and asks for directions to get to Sainte-Marie. This gives you the chance to practice listening to French conversation and learn some new language at the same time.

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Lesson 31 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:33:24 +0000

Lesson 31 introduces Unit 4 which will feature dialogues recorded live in France. Join Mark and Anna en route to Brittany as Anna tries to remember the words and phrases she’ll need for her visit.

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Lesson 30 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:56:08 +0000

In Lesson 30, marking the end of Unit 3, we put Anna and you, the listeners, to the test. We cover all the topics included in Lessons 21 to 29 to see how much you have learned!

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Lesson 29 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:00:00 +0000

In this week’s episode, we continue with the theme of ‘feeling unwell’ but this time we head to the pharmacy to find a remedy for whatever is wrong.

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Lesson 28 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:04:20 +0000

In this week’s episode, we talk about different ways of saying you’re not feeling well and how to say different parts of the body are sore. If you’re lucky, you may even learn a song which will help you to remember those body parts!

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Lesson 27 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:17:41 +0000

In Lesson 27, we continue our “transactional” theme. A very common situation while traveling is having to visit the bank so we take a look at some vocabulary and constructions which could be used in this situation to help explain your money matters!

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Lesson 26 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:02:56 +0000

In this week’s lesson, we continue the theme of shopping but this time in a market place. You’ll learn how to ask for different types and quantities of food and how to ask the price. Finally you can listen to a typical conversation in a market place and hear the words and phrases in context.

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Lesson 25 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:22:11 +0000

In lesson 25 we talk about Anna’s favourite pastime: shopping! We also test your knowledge of the French alphabet by spelling out the names of some shops you’d see in France.

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Lesson 24 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:22:30 +0000

In episode 24 we continue the theme of accommodation, this time looking at the campsite. Even if camping is not your thing, the constructions covered in this week’s lesson can be easily adapted. We’ll also learn how to spell in French.

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Lesson 23 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 23, you’ll learn how to make complaints about a hotel room in France - something which we hope you will never have to do!

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Lesson 22 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 23 May 2008 07:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 22, you’ll learn how to book into a hotel in France - something which is likely to be very useful when on holiday in France or any other French-speaking country. After learning the material in this lesson, you’ll be able to book the exact type of room you want!

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Lesson 21 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 21, you’ll learn how to talk about the weather, using both the present and the future tense.

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Lesson 20 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:42:00 +0000

In Lesson 20 Mark and Anna are joined by Pierre-Benoît from our forthcoming video podcast Walk, Talk and Learn French. Listeners can review the restaurant language through a dialogue.

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Lesson 19 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:40:00 +0000

In Lesson 19 you’ll check your knowledge of what you’ve learned in unit 2.

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Lesson 18 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 06:16:56 +0000

In Lesson 18 you’ll learn to deal with dietary requirements in the restaurant and complain about your food - or compliment the chef!

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Lesson 17 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:44:00 +0000

In Lesson 17 you’ll learn useful language for visiting a restaurant.

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Lesson 16 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 06:39:00 +0000

In Lesson 16 you’ll learn to order snacks in a café.

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Lesson 15 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 05:02:39 +0000

In Lesson 15 you’ll learn to order drinks in a café.

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Lesson 14 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 16:06:19 +0000

In Lesson 14 you’ll learn to talk about your town.

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Lesson 13 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 11:05:53 +0000

In Lesson 13 you’ll learn to ask for directions to places in the town.

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Lesson 12 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 11:04:00 +0000

In Lesson 12 you’ll learn numbers from 11 to 1000, and you’ll also learn the days of the week, and the months and seasons of the year.

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Lesson 11 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:28:31 +0000

In Lesson 11 you’ll learn how to cope with language difficulties and to talk about the languages you speak.

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Lesson 10 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 07:14:00 +0000

In Lesson 10 you’ll join Mark and Anna for some Festive French Fun!

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Lesson 09 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 06:12:00 +0000

In Lesson 09 we’ll take the chance to go over what you’ve learned so far in Coffee Break French.

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Lesson 08 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 14:01:57 +0000

In Lesson 08 you’ll learn to talk about your likes and dislikes.

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Lesson 07 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 15:14:34 +0000

In Lesson 07 you’ll learn to talk about your job.

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Lesson 06 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 22:20:23 +0000

In Lesson 06 you’ll learn to talk more about your family and to count from 1-10.

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Lesson 05 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 23:36:37 +0000

In Lesson 05 you will learn how to introduce your family.

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Lesson 04 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

In Lesson 04 you will learn how to say where you live.

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Lesson 03 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 10:59:00 +0000

In Lesson 03 you will learn how to say where you’re from.

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Lesson 02 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:57:00 +0000

In Lesson 02 you will learn how to greet people at different times of the day and how to say your name.

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Lesson 01 - Coffee Break French

network@radiolingua.com (Radio Lingua Network) — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:54:00 +0000

In Lesson 01 you will learn how to ask people how they’re feeling and respond to this question.

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