Intermediate French Podcast - Ta vie en français

E107 - Why Do French People Reply in English?

Intermediate French Podcast - Ta vie en français

Show Notes

Have you ever confidently started speaking French, only to have the other person immediately reply in English?

It’s a frustrating experience that can make you question your French, even when you know you're making progress.

In this episode, I share the story of Emily, one of my students, whose simple order in a French café turned into a real misunderstanding.

Together, we'll explore why French people often switch to English—and, more importantly, what you can do to keep the conversation going in French.

If you're learning French to communicate with more confidence and better understand French culture, this episode is for you.

Enjoy listening !

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Tu t'es déjà lancé en français avec confiance… pour que ton interlocuteur te réponde immédiatement en anglais ?

C'est une situation frustrante qui peut te faire douter de ton niveau, même lorsque tu sais que tu progresses.

Dans cet épisode, je te raconte l'histoire d'Emily, l'une de mes élèves, dont une simple commande dans un café français s'est transformée en un véritable malentendu.

Ensemble, on va essayer de comprendre pourquoi les français répondent en anglais, et surtout comment faire pour continuer une conversation en francais.

Si tu apprends le français pour communiquer avec plus de confiance et mieux comprendre la culture française, cet épisode est fait pour toi.

Excellente écoute !

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