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Why is the word sensible difficult for French learners of English?
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∙ 11y ago
The French word 'sensible' translates as "sensitive" in English. The English word "sensible" is translated 'raisonable' in French. So these words have the same spelling, the same origin, but a different meaning. It is a "faux-ami".
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What is French for sensitive?
sensitive is translated 'sensible' in French. (and the English 'sensible' is translated 'raisonnable')The frensh word for sensitive is "sensible"
Why is sympathetic in English difficult for a french student?
This is because the word resembles very much the French "sympathique", but that word has a different meaning in French (sympathique means 'nice', 'easy to get along with' in French). Such words are called in French 'les faux amis' ('false friends') because they can easily mislead the learners.
How do you say sensible in french?
Sensible
What has the author Alexander Wright written?
Alexander Wright has written: 'The English and French conversationalist's companion and guide' -- subject(s): Textbooks for second language learners, French language, English speakers, English language, French speakers
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French for sensible?
raisonnable
Do french speakers find it easier to learn English or do English speakers find it easier to learn french?
it's easier to learn french. the English language is the most difficult language on the planet.
How do you say hate on it in french?
Difficult to say, as the phrase does not appear to exist in English.
How can i speak English without using french?
this would be pretty difficult as many English words come from French. There would be no more bacon, groceries or flirting.
What is the French phrase 'Vous êtes très sensible' in English?
"You're very sensitive" is an English equivalent of the French phrase "Vous êtes très sensitive."Specifically, the subject pronoun "vous" means "You." The verb "êtes" means "(You) are." The feminine singular adjective "sensible" means "sensitive."The pronunciation is "voo-zeht treh saw-see-bluh."
What is the french word for sensible?
sensé(e)
What has the author P J Darey written?
P. J. Darey has written: 'The dominion phrase book, or, The student's companion for practically acquiring the French and English languages' -- subject(s): French language, Textbooks for second language learners, Conversation and phrase books, English, English speakers, Juvenile literature 'The Dominion phrase book, or, The student's companion for practically acquiring the French and English languages'
