Des proverbes français

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Teachit Author
Des proverbes français
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Languages: Literature and film
Inside
Includes answers
Resource type
Worksheet
Skills
Reading

Read the traditional French proverbs and match each one to an explanation of what they really mean. This reading activity will really get students thinking!

It's a great way to introduce them to authentic, idiomatic French in an accessible way, as preparation for tackling literary texts. They can also note some English equivalents for some of the proverbs.

Why not try using this resource to mark the European Day of Languages, on 26 September?

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5

23/03/2021

5

11/07/2020

Y6 advanced group - paraphrase to link up with English proverbs or well-known phrases.

Frances Pocrnic

24/02/2015

As an aid to teaching translation skills & resource for including idiom in writing and speaking activities

13/11/2014

5

23/03/2021

5

11/07/2020

Y6 advanced group - paraphrase to link up with English proverbs or well-known phrases.

Frances Pocrnic

24/02/2015

As an aid to teaching translation skills & resource for including idiom in writing and speaking activities

13/11/2014

5

5

5

5