Themed Course · Everyday French
Tu es libre ce soir ?
Are you free tonight?
From learning to politely decline an invitation to explaining your reasons clearly with "parce que", this course helps you master the key verbs pouvoir, vouloir, and devoir so you can confidently express your intentions and limits.
Who It's For
Who this course is made for
If any of these sound like you, this course is a great fit.
Learners who can already plan an outing and invite friends, and want to learn how to politely decline
Anyone who wants to use "parce que" to explain a reason
Anyone who wants to understand the difference between pouvoir, vouloir, and devoir
Anyone who wants to turn down an invitation politely without hurting feelings
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, I can…
Three concrete "I can" statements — the abilities this course aims to give you.
Je peux organiser un rendez-vous.
I can plan an outing
Je peux refuser une invitation.
I can politely say no to an invitation
Je peux justifier mon refus.
I can explain why I can't go
Course Content
What you'll learn
The unit's topics, key vocabulary, and core grammar — everything you need at a glance.
Tu es libre ce soir ?
Are you free tonight?
Le refus d'une invitation
How to say no to an invitation
Les raisons du refus
Reasons for rejection
Vocabulary
Le vocabulaire du rendez-vous
Words for meetups
Grammar
Because — used to explain a reason
Key verbs "can, want, must," used to express ability, desire, and obligation
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Living Audio-Scenes
- Comment tu t'appelles ? What's your name? (informal way)
- Comment vous vous appelez ? What's your name? (formal way)
- Je m'appelle___ My name is＿＿
Reading Exercise
Look at the four pictures below. Which greeting (Bonjour, Salut, Coucou, Bonsoir) best fits each situation? Please match them up.
