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The phrase 'J'ai mal partout' translates to 'I hurt everywhere.'
The phrase 'J'ai mal partout' translates to 'I hurt everywhere.'
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What does 'J'ai une crampe' mean?
What does 'J'ai une crampe' mean?
I have a cramp.
J'ai mal à la ______.
J'ai mal à la ______.
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Match the French phrases related to health with their English meanings:
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Which of these body parts translates to 'shoulder' in English?
Which of these body parts translates to 'shoulder' in English?
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The English translation of 'J'ai un bleu' is 'I have a bruise.'
The English translation of 'J'ai un bleu' is 'I have a bruise.'
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Translate 'I have a cold' into French.
Translate 'I have a cold' into French.
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What is the English translation of 'au cou'?
What is the English translation of 'au cou'?
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J'ai mal au cœur translates to 'I feel sick'.
J'ai mal au cœur translates to 'I feel sick'.
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What does 'J'ai une allergie' mean?
What does 'J'ai une allergie' mean?
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Match the French phrases with their English meanings:
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Which body part does 'au ventre' refer to in English?
Which body part does 'au ventre' refer to in English?
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J'ai mal partout means 'I hurt a little'.
J'ai mal partout means 'I hurt a little'.
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What is the meaning of 'J'ai mal au poignet'?
What is the meaning of 'J'ai mal au poignet'?
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What does 'J'ai très mal' mean in English?
What does 'J'ai très mal' mean in English?
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The phrase 'Je suis fatigué(e)' translates to 'I am sick'.
The phrase 'Je suis fatigué(e)' translates to 'I am sick'.
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What is the French term for 'foot'?
What is the French term for 'foot'?
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Which of the following phrases indicates an injury?
Which of the following phrases indicates an injury?
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The term 'au ventre' translates to 'belly'.
The term 'au ventre' translates to 'belly'.
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What does 'J'ai le nez qui coule' translate to in English?
What does 'J'ai le nez qui coule' translate to in English?
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What does 'J'ai la migraine' mean in English?
What does 'J'ai la migraine' mean in English?
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The phrase 'J'ai très mal' translates to 'I am feeling good'.
The phrase 'J'ai très mal' translates to 'I am feeling good'.
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What do you say in French to express that you have a cold?
What do you say in French to express that you have a cold?
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I feel __________ when I am sick in French is 'Je suis __________'.
I feel __________ when I am sick in French is 'Je suis __________'.
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Match the following French health phrases with their English meanings:
Match the following French health phrases with their English meanings:
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Which of the following phrases means 'I feel sick' in French?
Which of the following phrases means 'I feel sick' in French?
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The French term 'à la main' translates to 'on the leg'.
The French term 'à la main' translates to 'on the leg'.
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The English translation for 'à l'oreille' is __________.
The English translation for 'à l'oreille' is __________.
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Which of the following phrases means 'I have a migraine' in French?
Which of the following phrases means 'I have a migraine' in French?
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The phrase 'J'ai chaud' means 'I am cold.'
The phrase 'J'ai chaud' means 'I am cold.'
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Translate 'I feel dizzy' into French.
Translate 'I feel dizzy' into French.
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Match the following French phrases with their English meanings:
Match the following French phrases with their English meanings:
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What does 'J'ai mal à la main' mean in English?
What does 'J'ai mal à la main' mean in English?
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The expression 'Je me suis fait mal au pied' means 'I've hurt my foot.'
The expression 'Je me suis fait mal au pied' means 'I've hurt my foot.'
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How do you say 'I have a fever' in French?
How do you say 'I have a fever' in French?
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J'ai la ______ means 'I have the flu.'
J'ai la ______ means 'I have the flu.'
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Which phrase indicates that someone feels cold?
Which phrase indicates that someone feels cold?
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Which of the following means 'I have a runny nose' in French?
Which of the following means 'I have a runny nose' in French?
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The phrase 'J'ai un bleu' translates to 'I have a cramp.'
The phrase 'J'ai un bleu' translates to 'I have a cramp.'
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What is the French term for 'finger'?
What is the French term for 'finger'?
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J'ai _______. (I have a cold)
J'ai _______. (I have a cold)
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Match the following French phrases with their English meanings:
Match the following French phrases with their English meanings:
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Which phrase means 'I feel dizzy' in French?
Which phrase means 'I feel dizzy' in French?
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The expression 'J'ai mal partout' means 'I hurt a bit.'
The expression 'J'ai mal partout' means 'I hurt a bit.'
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What does 'Je me suis fait mal au pied' mean?
What does 'Je me suis fait mal au pied' mean?
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J'ai _______ (I feel sick).
J'ai _______ (I feel sick).
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Match the following body parts with their French terms:
Match the following body parts with their French terms:
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Which of the following fruits is translated as 'strawberries' in English?
Which of the following fruits is translated as 'strawberries' in English?
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The French term 'légumes' refers to fruits.
The French term 'légumes' refers to fruits.
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What is the French word for 'fish'?
What is the French word for 'fish'?
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I usually drink _____ (French for tea) every evening.
I usually drink _____ (French for tea) every evening.
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Match the following food items with their translations:
Match the following food items with their translations:
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Which phrase indicates 'once a week' in French?
Which phrase indicates 'once a week' in French?
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The phrase 'tous les jours' means 'once a day'.
The phrase 'tous les jours' means 'once a day'.
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Translate 'fruit juice' into French.
Translate 'fruit juice' into French.
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My favorite fruit is _____ (French for apple).
My favorite fruit is _____ (French for apple).
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What does 'beaucoup de' mean in English?
What does 'beaucoup de' mean in English?
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Study Notes
Body Parts and Locations
- The table provides a comprehensive list of French terms for body parts, including their English equivalents.
- Body parts are categorized into various locations: head, face, neck, torso, limbs, and extremities.
Common Ailments and Pain
- The table provides a list of common illnesses and pain expressions in French.
- Simple ailments like the flu and colds are commonly discussed.
- Other ailments include feeling sick, dizzy, nausea, diarrhea, fever, and allergies.
- These expressions also cover sensations like hot, cold, itchy, and achy.
Specific Pain Expressions
- "J'ai très mal" indicates severe pain.
- "J'ai un peu mal" indicates milder pain.
- "J'ai mal partout" signifies widespread pain throughout the body.
Other Information
- "Je suis malade" indicates general illness.
- "Je suis fatigué(e)" indicates fatigue.
- "Je me suis fait mal" is used when describing injuries.
Body Parts and Locations
- French words for body parts can be used to describe where it hurts.
- Examples include au corps (body), au visage (face), au bras (arm), and à la jambe (leg).
Common Illnesses and Pains
- J'ai la grippe (I have the flu) and J'ai un rhume (I have a cold) are common illnesses.
- J'ai envie de vomir (I feel like throwing up) is a common symptom.
- Other common complaints include J'ai mal au cœur (I feel sick), J'ai la nausée (I am nauseous), J'ai la diarrhée (I have diarrhea), and J'ai la tête qui tourne (I feel dizzy).
- J'ai de la fièvre (I have a fever), J'ai des frissons (I have chills), and J'ai une allergie (I have an allergy) are also common.
Additional Phrases for Describing Pain
- J'ai très mal (I hurt a lot) and J'ai un peu mal (I hurt a bit) can be used to describe the severity of pain.
- J'ai mal partout (I hurt everywhere) can be used to describe widespread pain.
Other Problems and Pains
- Je suis malade (I am ill/sick) is a general phrase for feeling unwell.
- Je suis fatigué(e) (I am tired) indicates tiredness.
- Je me suis fait mal au pied/à la jambe (I've hurt my foot/my leg) is used to describe an injury to a specific body part.
Body Parts and Locations
- French and English names are provided for body parts and common locations of pain
- The table covers head, face, neck, torso, arms, legs, hands, and feet
- Words are listed in singular but can be applied to plural (e.g. "au bras" - arm / "aux bras" - arms)
Problems and Pain
- Common health problems and pains are listed with French and English equivalents
- Includes symptoms such as fever, chills, cold, diarrhoea, nausea, allergies, dizziness, and migraine
- Phrases describe pain duration (e.g. "J'ai de la fièvre depuis hier" - I have had a fever since yesterday)
- Includes common injuries such as bruises, cramps, and itchy skin
Other Problems and Pain
- Phrases "Je suis malade" and "Je suis fatigué(e)" translate to "I am ill/sick" and "I am tired"
- "Je me suis fait mal au pied / à la jambe" means "I've hurt my foot / my leg"
- This section focuses on general states of being unwell or injured
Body Parts & Locations
- French speakers use the preposition "au" before body parts, but "à" before limbs.
- "au corps" is the entire body, "au visage" refers to the face, and "au dos" means the back.
Common Phrases for Pain
- "J'ai mal" is the basic phrase for pain, followed by the location.
- "J'ai mal au..." is used to say where one is experiencing pain, followed by the body part.
- "J'ai le nez qui coule" indicates a runny nose.
- "J'ai très mal" indicates severe pain, while "J'ai un peu mal" indicates mild pain.
- "J'ai mal partout" means "I hurt everywhere".
Common Illnesses
- "J'ai la grippe" means "I have the flu".
- "J'ai un rhume" means "I have a cold".
- "J'ai la nausée" means "I am nauseous".
- "J'ai la diarrhée" means "I have diarrhea".
- "J'ai mal au cœur" means "I feel sick".
- "J'ai envie de vomir" means "I feel like throwing up".
- "J'ai la tête qui tourne" means "I feel dizzy".
- "J'ai la migraine" means "I have a migraine"
- "J'ai une allergie" means "I have an allergy".
- "J'ai de la fièvre" means "I have a fever".
- "J'ai de la fièvre depuis hier" means "I have had a fever since yesterday".
- "J'ai des frissons" means "I have chills / shivers".
- "J'ai un bleu" means "I have a bruise".
- "J'ai une crampe" means "I have a cramp".
- "J'ai des démangeaisons / Ça me gratte" means "I am itchy".
- "J'ai une carie / des caries" means "I have a cavity / cavities".
- "J'ai un ongle incarné" means "I have an ingrown toenail".
Beyond Specific Pain or Illnesses
- "Je suis malade" means "I am ill / sick".
- "Je suis fatigué(e)" means "I am tired".
- "Je me suis fait mal au pied / à la jambe" means "I've hurt my foot / my leg".
Parts of the Body
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French and English terms for common body parts are listed, including:
- Head: head, forehead, nose, chin, mouth, lips, teeth, tongue, cheeks, ears, eyes, throat, neck
- Torso: body, belly, back, chest, shoulders, hips, ribcage, buttocks
- Arms and Hands: arms, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers, nails
- Legs and Feet: legs, thighs, knees, calves, ankles, feet, toes
Common Health Conditions
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French and English expressions for common health issues are presented, covering:
- Flu and Cold: Flu, common cold, fever, chills, runny nose
- Gastrointestinal Discomfort: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Pain and Discomfort: headache, migraine, cramps, dizziness, itchy skin, ingrown toenail
- Allergy: allergy
- Other: feeling tired, hurt, bruised, sick
Describing Pain and Feeling Sick
- The text provides phrases to express pain and discomfort in French:
- "J'ai mal...": I have pain... (followed by body part)
- "J'ai très mal": I hurt a lot
- "J'ai un peu mal": I hurt a bit
- "J'ai mal partout": I hurt everywhere
- "Je suis malade": I am sick
- "Je suis fatigué(e)": I am tired
- Certain expressions are used to describe specific pain and discomfort:
- "J'ai envie de vomir": I feel like throwing up
- "J'ai la tête qui tourne": I feel dizzy
- "J'ai un bleu": I have a bruise
- "J'ai une crampe": I have a cramp
- "J'ai des démangeaisons./ Ça me gratte": I am itchy
- "J'ai une carie / des caries": I have a cavity / cavities
- "J'ai le nez qui coule": I have a runny nose
- "J'ai mal au cœur": I feel sick
- Other useful phrases:
- "J'ai froid": I am cold
- "J'ai chaud": I am hot
- "J'ai de la fièvre": I have a fever
- "Je me suis fait mal au pied / à la jambe": I hurt my foot / leg
Body Parts and Locations
- The table offers a comprehensive list of French and English translations for various body parts and locations, including the body, face, head, limbs, torso, and extremities.
Problems and Pains
- This table presents common French expressions for ailments, focusing on pains, discomforts, and illnesses.
- Examples include: "J'ai la grippe" (I have the flu), "J'ai un rhume" (I have a cold), "J'ai chaud" (I am/feel hot), "J'ai froid" (I am /feel cold), and "J'ai la nausée" (I am nauseous).
- The table also includes expressions for more specific conditions like migraines ("J'ai la migraine"), allergies ("J'ai une allergie"), fever ("J'ai de la fièvre"), and chills ("J'ai des frissons").
- The inclusion of phrases like "J'ai mal au cœur" (I feel sick) and "J'ai très mal" (I hurt a lot) highlights the range of pain intensity that can be expressed.
Other Problems and Pains
- This section focuses on general expressions of sickness and pain, such as "Je suis malade" (I am ill/sick), "Je suis fatigué(e)" (I am tired), and "Je me suis fait mal au pied / à la jambe" (I've hurt my foot/leg).
Food and Drinks in French
- This document provides a list of common food and drink items in French.
- It provides English translations and how often each item is typically consumed.
Food Items
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Fruits: The document lists numerous fruits in French.
- This includes fruits de mer (seafood).
- It also includes fruits (fruit), bananes (bananas), fraises (strawberries), oranges (oranges), pommes (apples), pêches (peaches), tomates (tomatoes), carottes (carrots).
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Vegetables: The document lists a variety of vegetables.
- This includes légumes (vegetables), champignons (mushrooms), épinards (spinach), courgettes (zucchini/courgettes), haricots (beans), petits pois (peas), oignons (onions), lentilles (lentils).
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Other Foods: The document also includes other important foods commonly consumed in France.
- This includes chocolat (chocolate), fromage (cheese), yaourt (yogurt), beurre (butter), miel (honey), pain (bread), poisson (fish), thon (tuna), saumon (salmon), poulet (roast chicken), jambon (ham), tofu (tofu), riz (rice), broccoli (broccoli), chou (cabbage), chou-fleur (cauliflower), concombre (cucumber), maïs (sweetcorn), chips (chips/crisps), viande (meat), pizza (pizza), confiture (jam), mangue (mango), noix de coco (coconut), ananas (pineapple), ail (garlic), bonbons (sweets/candies), biscuits (biscuits), crêpes/pancakes (crepes/pancakes), sandwichs (sandwiches), œufs (eggs), crevettes (prawns/shrimp), saucisses (sausages), céréales (cereal), pâtes (pasta), nouilles (noodles).
Drinks
- The document lists important drinks in French.
- This beverage list includes café (coffee), thé (tea), chocolat chaud (hot chocolate), lait (milk), jus de fruits (fruit juice), jus de pomme (apple juice), jus d'orange (orange juice), limonade (lemonade), eau (water).
Frequency of Consumption
- The document uses different phrases to describe how often food or drinks are consumed:
- de temps en temps (from time to time)
- une fois par jour (once a day)
- une fois par semaine (once a week)
- tous les jours (every day)
- tous les matins (every morning)
- tous les soirs (every evening)
Important Notes
- The document acknowledges the importance of singular and plural forms.
- It also mentions masculine, feminine, and mixed forms of words in the French language.
- The document explains the use of “du” and “des” (or “de la”).
- These words are used to indicate “some” of an item, which is often omitted in English translations.
- The document explains use of “beaucoup” (a lot of).
- "beacoup de" or "beaucop d'" are used to indicate “a lot of”.
- The document provides helpful information for learning common food and drink items in the French language.
- It also explains the frequency of consumption for each item in French.
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