A1 Expression Neutral

Je parle un peu français.

I speak a little French.

Meaning

Used to state a basic ability in French.

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Cultural Background

French people appreciate the effort of speaking their language, even if you are not fluent. In Quebec, people are very supportive of learners and will often switch to French if they hear you trying.

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Smile!

Smiling while saying this makes you seem more approachable.

Meaning

Used to state a basic ability in French.

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Smile!

Smiling while saying this makes you seem more approachable.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Je _____ un peu français.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: parle

The subject 'Je' requires the first-person singular conjugation of 'parler'.

Which is more natural?

Choose the best way to say you are a beginner.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Je parle un peu français.

Option 1 uses the correct quantifier and word order.

🎉 Score: /2

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Je _____ un peu français.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: parle

The subject 'Je' requires the first-person singular conjugation of 'parler'.

Which is more natural? Choose A1

Choose the best way to say you are a beginner.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Je parle un peu français.

Option 1 uses the correct quantifier and word order.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is very polite and helpful.

Related Phrases

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Je me débrouille

synonym

I get by.

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Parlez-vous anglais ?

contrast

Do you speak English?

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