Bonjour mes amis 🌸

Do you ever hesitate before saying “I miss you” in French? The verb “manquer” has a special structure that can feel quite backwards for English speakers.

In English,

Bonjour mes amis 🌷

You’re in the middle of a conversation (or trying to write something in French), and you need to say “I know.” Simple enough in English, right? But in French, your brain suddenly hits the brakes.

Bonjour mes amis 🌷

Let me guess what’s been tripping you up in French…

You’re speaking or writing, and you keep repeating the same word over and over: “J’ai vu le chien. Le chien était grand.

Coucou wonderful French learners! 👋

You know that moment… You want to say “This is more expensive than that” or “She’s taller than him” – but suddenly your mind goes blank?

You’re thinking: Wait,