Teach Yourself French

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from the provided lecture notes on French language and culture.

What does 'c'est' mean in French?

It means 'it is' or 'this is'.

What is the French translation for 'that is a dark deed'?

C'est une action noire.

Translate 'few in number' into French.

Peu nombreux.

What does 'déjeuner' mean?

Lunch.

What is 'voici' used for?

It is used to say 'here is' or 'here are'.

Explain the difference between 'quelque' and 'des' in French.

'Quelque' refers to 'some' in the sense of individual items, while 'des' is a more general term for 'some'.

What does the phrase 'je ne sais pas' mean?

I do not know.

Give the French equivalent of 'the subject is important.'

Le sujet est important.

What is the French term for 'garden'?

Jardin.

Translate 'a famous writer' into French.

Un écrivain célèbre.

What does 'l'Académie Française' signify in English?

The French Academy.

What is meant by 'se servir de'?

To use (something).

Translate 'the price of the ticket' into French.

Le prix du billet.

What are 'billets' in the context of travel?

Tickets.

What is 's'approcher de'?

To approach.