Meaning
To complete school assignments at home.
Cultural Background
Homework is a central part of the French educational system. The term is used identically, though pronunciation may vary slightly. Similar usage to France, very standard.
Plural is key
Always use 'les devoirs' (plural) for homework.
Not for chores
Don't use this for cleaning the house.
Meaning
To complete school assignments at home.
Plural is key
Always use 'les devoirs' (plural) for homework.
Not for chores
Don't use this for cleaning the house.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb faire.
Je ____ les devoirs ce soir.
Je takes the 'fais' conjugation.
Choose the correct phrase.
Which is correct?
Homework is plural in French.
Match the subject to the verb.
Nous ____ les devoirs.
Nous requires the -ons ending.
Complete the dialogue.
A: As-tu fini ? B: Non, je dois ____.
Context implies school work.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesJe ____ les devoirs ce soir.
Je takes the 'fais' conjugation.
Which is correct?
Homework is plural in French.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Nous requires the -ons ending.
A: As-tu fini ? B: Non, je dois ____.
Context implies school work.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, 'les devoirs' is the standard form.
Only metaphorically.
Related Phrases
Avoir des devoirs
similarTo have homework
Faire ses recherches
similarTo do one's research
Travailler à la maison
similarTo work at home
