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September 2, 2025 4 mins

Bonjour à tous and welcome back to the podcast!

Today is September 1st, which means it's back-to-school day in France. Pupils are having their very first day of class, and for parents, that also means back-to-school shopping.

In today's episode, I'll share my own adventure with school supplies, the mistakes I made in the past, how I tried to be more prepared this year, and even a funny story about a business idea I once had.

This episode is designed for learners who want to feel more confident speaking French by following real-life stories. Since today is all about back-to-school shopping, you'll hear a personal story full of small mistakes, funny surprises, and useful vocabulary you can reuse in daily life.

We'll explore the world of school supplies with plenty of French to English explanations so you can connect new words to their meaning right away.

On the grammar side, we'll work with chronological connectors like d'abord, ensuite, puis, enfin, which are essential for telling stories clearly in French.

Here's what's waiting for you in this episode:

  • Vocabulary boost: Everyday French words connected to school supplies, shopping, and organization, always explained with clear French to English support.

  • Grammar focus: How to use chronological connectors naturally in your own stories.

  • Mini challenge: A short task at the end so you can practice what you've just learnt.

 

If you're ready to make your French storytelling smoother and expand your vocabulary with easy French to English connections, this episode will give you both practice and a relatable story to enjoy.

 

 

 

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