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AQA GCSE French 8652
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Welcome!Today, we'll explore the French alphabet and how to spell words out loud. This lesson is tailored to help you improve your pronunciation and spelling skills. Let's get started!
What is the French Alphabet?The French alphabet consists of 26 letters, just like English. However, the pronunciation of each letter is different in French. Learning the French alphabet is essential for spelling words, pronouncing names, and understanding dictation tasks in your GCSE exams.
Quick check: How many letters are in the French alphabet?
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How to Pronounce Letters in FrenchEach letter in the French alphabet has a unique pronunciation. For example, 'A' is pronounced as 'ah', while 'B' is pronounced as 'bay'. It's important to practise the sounds to ensure correct spelling and pronunciation.
How is the letter 'A' pronounced in French?
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Spelling Words Out LoudWhen spelling in French, you say each letter of the word clearly. For example, to spell 'chat' (cat), you would say 'C-H-A-T'. This skill is especially useful in the speaking test and dictation exercises.
Accents in SpellingFrench uses accents like 'é', 'è', and 'ç'. When spelling out loud, you include the accent as well. For example, the word 'été' (summer) is spelled 'E accent aigu, T, E accent aigu'.
To spell the word 'été', we say 'E {{blank0}}, T, E {{blank1}}'.
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Listening and DictationIn the listening test, you'll often hear words spelled out loud. For example, you might hear: 'C-H-A-T'. It's important to recognise the sounds of each letter to write the word correctly.
What word is spelled out as 'C-H-A-T' in French?
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Review Time!Great work so far! You've learned about the French alphabet, pronunciation, spelling out loud, and accents. Let's test your understanding with a few questions.
Which of the following are correct French alphabet pronunciations? (Select all that apply)
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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right
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The French alphabet has {{blank0}} letters, and the letter 'C' is pronounced {{blank1}}.
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You're Done!Well done! You've mastered the French alphabet, spelling out loud, and recognising accents. Keep practising to improve your confidence in these skills!
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