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Essential French Vocabulary for AQA GCSE (Higher Tier)

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1
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Technology and Digital Life

Technology vocab is everywhere these days, so you'll need words like une tablette (tablet), les réseaux sociaux (social media), and un smartphone. When describing tech, use adjectives like divertissant (entertaining), pratique (practical), or dangereux (dangerous).

To talk about what you normally do, use "J'utilise... pour" (I use... to) followed by activities like communiquer avec mes amis (communicate with friends) or télécharger de la musique (download music). For recent activities, switch to past tense: "j'ai recherché des infos" (I searched for information).

Time signals help structure your speaking. Use normalement (normally), parfois (sometimes), or récemment (recently) to show when things happen. For future plans, try "Je voudrais acheter un nouveau portable" (I'd like to buy a new phone).

Quick tip: The phrase "ce qui était..." (which was...) is perfect for linking your activities to opinions about them.

2
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Hobbies and Entertainment

Your hobbies and entertainment vocabulary needs to cover everything from une comédie (comedy) to un film d'horreur (horror film). Don't forget food-related words like végétarien (vegetarian) and délicieux (delicious) since French people love discussing meals!

Present tense is straightforward: "Je joue au tennis" (I play tennis) or "Je suis passionné(e) de volley" (I'm passionate about volleyball). For things you dislike, simply say "Ce n'est pas mon truc" (It's not my thing).

Past and future tenses follow predictable patterns. "Je suis allé(e)" (I went) for past activities, and "Je voudrais essayer" (I'd like to try) for future plans. The conditional "j'aurais préféré" (I would have preferred) shows sophistication.

Remember: Use linking words like "personnellement" (personally) and "par exemple" (for example) to make your French flow naturally.

3
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Festivals and Celebrations

French festivals include obvious ones like Noël (Christmas) and Pâques (Easter), but also La Chandeleur (Candlemas) and Le 14 juillet (Bastille Day). Learn festival foods too: la bûche (Yule log), les crèpes (pancakes), and le gâteau des rois (king cake).

Express your feelings with "J'adore célébrer..." (I love celebrating...) or "C'est ma fête préférée" (It's my favourite festival). For past experiences, use "J'ai été très gâté(e)" (I was very spoilt) or "Il y avait un grand concert" (There was a big concert).

Arguments for and against celebrations show critical thinking. Pour les fêtes: they let you "passer du temps avec les gens qu'on aime" (spend time with people you love). Contre les fêtes: people might "s'endetter" (get into debt) or "oublier les gens pauvres" (forget poor people).

Pro tip: Use "bien que j'ai aimé..., j'aurais préféré..." (although I liked..., I would have preferred...) to show complex opinions.

4
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Your Town and Local Area

Describe your local area using words like des magasins (shops), un château (castle), and une zone piétonne (pedestrian zone). Adjectives matter: tranquille (quiet), animé (lively), historique (historic), or à couper le souffle (breathtaking).

Relative pronouns make you sound fluent: "J'habite dans une petite ville qui est située..." (I live in a small town which is situated...) or "Il y a un restaurant dont les touristes raffolent" (There's a restaurant that tourists love).

Balance advantages and disadvantages. Your town might let you "se promener en sécurité" (walk around safely) and "découvrir la gastronomie" (discover local food). However, you might "s'ennuyer" (get bored) or need to "aller à la ville voisine" (go to the neighbouring town).

Key insight: Use conditional sentences like "Si j'étais riche, je..." (If I were rich, I...) to discuss improvements your town needs.

5
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Volunteering and Charity Work

Charity vocabulary includes le travail bénévole (voluntary work), une organisation caritative (charity), and le camion-soupe (soup kitchen). Social problems you might address include le chômage (unemployment), la discrimination, and les sans-abri (homeless people).

Present your current involvement: "Je suis bénévole" (I'm a volunteer) or "Je sponsorise un enfant" (I sponsor a child). Gerund phrases work well: "En aidant les autres..." (By helping others...) or "En donnant de mon temps..." (By giving my time...).

Know your major French charities: Les Restos du Cœur (food banks), Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), Le Téléthon (disability charity), and La Croix Rouge (Red Cross). These show cultural awareness.

Remember: Use "depuis" since/forsince/for to show ongoing commitment: "Je suis bénévole depuis un an" (I've been volunteering for a year).

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Health and Lifestyle

Health vocabulary covers both good and bad habits. Learn le tabagisme (smoking), l'alcool, le cannabis, plus health consequences like le cancer du poumon (lung cancer) and une crise cardiaque (heart attack). Positive terms include un régime (diet) and s'entraîner (to train).

Discuss current habits: "Je suis en bonne santé" (I'm in good health) or "Je fais attention à ce que je mange" (I'm careful about what I eat). For problems, try "Je bois trop" (I drink too much) or "J'ai pris quelques kilos" (I've put on a few kilos).

Future resolutions use various structures: "Je ne fumerai jamais" (I'll never smoke), "Je vais limiter ma consommation" (I'm going to limit my consumption), or "J'arrêterai de fumer" (I'll stop smoking).

Health tip: The phrase "Si j'avais une baguette magique" (If I had a magic wand) is a fun way to introduce ideal solutions.

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Environment and Climate Change

Environmental problems include le réchauffement climatique (global warming), la pollution, le déboisement (deforestation), and les inondations (floods). Solutions involve recycler (recycling), les énergies renouvelables (renewable energy), and les transports publics (public transport).

Use progressive tenses for ongoing issues: "Les animaux sont en train de disparaître" (Animals are disappearing) or "Il y a de plus en plus de déchets" (There's more and more waste). The gerund works well: "En recyclant, on aide la planète" (By recycling, we help the planet).

Conditional sentences show solutions: "On devrait investir" (We should invest), "Il faudrait construire" (We should build), or "Si j'étais maire, je..." (If I were mayor, I...). These structures demonstrate advanced French.

Environmental fact: Use "afin de" (in order to) instead of "pour" to sound more sophisticated when discussing environmental goals.

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Global Poverty and Social Issues

Poverty vocabulary includes le seuil de pauvreté (poverty line), la malnutrition, and un cercle vicieux (vicious circle). Charity responses involve collecter de l'argent (collecting money), faire du bénévolat (volunteering), and les produits équitables (fair trade products).

Express personal reactions: "Je me sens mal à l'aise" (I feel uncomfortable) or "J'ai été choqué" (I was shocked). Past experiences might include "J'ai donné de l'argent" (I gave money) or "On a fait une collecte à l'école" (We did a collection at school).

Government solutions use conditional and future tenses: "Le gouvernement devrait..." (The government should...), "On va construire" (We're going to build), or "Nous devrions réduire la mortalité infantile" (We should reduce infant mortality).

Social awareness: Phrases like "Si on a un cœur" (If we have a heart) add emotional impact to your arguments about helping others.

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

Holidays and Travel

Holiday vocabulary covers accommodation (se loger - to stay), destinations (la région, les monuments), and activities (se relaxer, découvrir, danser). Descriptive adjectives like charmant (charming), luxueux (luxurious), and typique are essential.

Present activities: "J'aime faire beaucoup de choses" (I like doing lots of things) or "On essaie toujours de manger un plat typique" (We always try to eat a typical dish). The gerund "En partant en vacances à l'étranger" (By going abroad on holiday) introduces benefits.

Past holiday problems make interesting stories: "On a volé son passeport" (Someone stole his passport), "La douche ne fonctionnait pas" (The shower didn't work), or "Je me suis cassé le bras" (I broke my arm).

Travel tip: Use weather conditions with "Comme il pleuvait..." (As it was raining...) to explain why plans changed.

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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FrenchFrench107 views·Updated Jun 11, 2026·12 pages

Essential French Vocabulary for AQA GCSE (Higher Tier)

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Right, let's dive into French vocabulary and phrases that'll help you chat about everything from technology and hobbies to global issues and school life. This comprehensive guide covers the essential words and expressions you need to sound natural when discussing...

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Key vocab
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Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
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Technology and Digital Life

Technology vocab is everywhere these days, so you'll need words like une tablette (tablet), les réseaux sociaux (social media), and un smartphone. When describing tech, use adjectives like divertissant (entertaining), pratique (practical), or dangereux (dangerous).

To talk about what you normally do, use "J'utilise... pour" (I use... to) followed by activities like communiquer avec mes amis (communicate with friends) or télécharger de la musique (download music). For recent activities, switch to past tense: "j'ai recherché des infos" (I searched for information).

Time signals help structure your speaking. Use normalement (normally), parfois (sometimes), or récemment (recently) to show when things happen. For future plans, try "Je voudrais acheter un nouveau portable" (I'd like to buy a new phone).

Quick tip: The phrase "ce qui était..." (which was...) is perfect for linking your activities to opinions about them.

2
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Hobbies and Entertainment

Your hobbies and entertainment vocabulary needs to cover everything from une comédie (comedy) to un film d'horreur (horror film). Don't forget food-related words like végétarien (vegetarian) and délicieux (delicious) since French people love discussing meals!

Present tense is straightforward: "Je joue au tennis" (I play tennis) or "Je suis passionné(e) de volley" (I'm passionate about volleyball). For things you dislike, simply say "Ce n'est pas mon truc" (It's not my thing).

Past and future tenses follow predictable patterns. "Je suis allé(e)" (I went) for past activities, and "Je voudrais essayer" (I'd like to try) for future plans. The conditional "j'aurais préféré" (I would have preferred) shows sophistication.

Remember: Use linking words like "personnellement" (personally) and "par exemple" (for example) to make your French flow naturally.

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of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Festivals and Celebrations

French festivals include obvious ones like Noël (Christmas) and Pâques (Easter), but also La Chandeleur (Candlemas) and Le 14 juillet (Bastille Day). Learn festival foods too: la bûche (Yule log), les crèpes (pancakes), and le gâteau des rois (king cake).

Express your feelings with "J'adore célébrer..." (I love celebrating...) or "C'est ma fête préférée" (It's my favourite festival). For past experiences, use "J'ai été très gâté(e)" (I was very spoilt) or "Il y avait un grand concert" (There was a big concert).

Arguments for and against celebrations show critical thinking. Pour les fêtes: they let you "passer du temps avec les gens qu'on aime" (spend time with people you love). Contre les fêtes: people might "s'endetter" (get into debt) or "oublier les gens pauvres" (forget poor people).

Pro tip: Use "bien que j'ai aimé..., j'aurais préféré..." (although I liked..., I would have preferred...) to show complex opinions.

4
of 10
Key vocab
NOUNS
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Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Your Town and Local Area

Describe your local area using words like des magasins (shops), un château (castle), and une zone piétonne (pedestrian zone). Adjectives matter: tranquille (quiet), animé (lively), historique (historic), or à couper le souffle (breathtaking).

Relative pronouns make you sound fluent: "J'habite dans une petite ville qui est située..." (I live in a small town which is situated...) or "Il y a un restaurant dont les touristes raffolent" (There's a restaurant that tourists love).

Balance advantages and disadvantages. Your town might let you "se promener en sécurité" (walk around safely) and "découvrir la gastronomie" (discover local food). However, you might "s'ennuyer" (get bored) or need to "aller à la ville voisine" (go to the neighbouring town).

Key insight: Use conditional sentences like "Si j'étais riche, je..." (If I were rich, I...) to discuss improvements your town needs.

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Key vocab
NOUNS
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Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Volunteering and Charity Work

Charity vocabulary includes le travail bénévole (voluntary work), une organisation caritative (charity), and le camion-soupe (soup kitchen). Social problems you might address include le chômage (unemployment), la discrimination, and les sans-abri (homeless people).

Present your current involvement: "Je suis bénévole" (I'm a volunteer) or "Je sponsorise un enfant" (I sponsor a child). Gerund phrases work well: "En aidant les autres..." (By helping others...) or "En donnant de mon temps..." (By giving my time...).

Know your major French charities: Les Restos du Cœur (food banks), Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), Le Téléthon (disability charity), and La Croix Rouge (Red Cross). These show cultural awareness.

Remember: Use "depuis" since/forsince/for to show ongoing commitment: "Je suis bénévole depuis un an" (I've been volunteering for a year).

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Key vocab
NOUNS
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Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
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Health and Lifestyle

Health vocabulary covers both good and bad habits. Learn le tabagisme (smoking), l'alcool, le cannabis, plus health consequences like le cancer du poumon (lung cancer) and une crise cardiaque (heart attack). Positive terms include un régime (diet) and s'entraîner (to train).

Discuss current habits: "Je suis en bonne santé" (I'm in good health) or "Je fais attention à ce que je mange" (I'm careful about what I eat). For problems, try "Je bois trop" (I drink too much) or "J'ai pris quelques kilos" (I've put on a few kilos).

Future resolutions use various structures: "Je ne fumerai jamais" (I'll never smoke), "Je vais limiter ma consommation" (I'm going to limit my consumption), or "J'arrêterai de fumer" (I'll stop smoking).

Health tip: The phrase "Si j'avais une baguette magique" (If I had a magic wand) is a fun way to introduce ideal solutions.

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Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Environment and Climate Change

Environmental problems include le réchauffement climatique (global warming), la pollution, le déboisement (deforestation), and les inondations (floods). Solutions involve recycler (recycling), les énergies renouvelables (renewable energy), and les transports publics (public transport).

Use progressive tenses for ongoing issues: "Les animaux sont en train de disparaître" (Animals are disappearing) or "Il y a de plus en plus de déchets" (There's more and more waste). The gerund works well: "En recyclant, on aide la planète" (By recycling, we help the planet).

Conditional sentences show solutions: "On devrait investir" (We should invest), "Il faudrait construire" (We should build), or "Si j'étais maire, je..." (If I were mayor, I...). These structures demonstrate advanced French.

Environmental fact: Use "afin de" (in order to) instead of "pour" to sound more sophisticated when discussing environmental goals.

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Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
da

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Global Poverty and Social Issues

Poverty vocabulary includes le seuil de pauvreté (poverty line), la malnutrition, and un cercle vicieux (vicious circle). Charity responses involve collecter de l'argent (collecting money), faire du bénévolat (volunteering), and les produits équitables (fair trade products).

Express personal reactions: "Je me sens mal à l'aise" (I feel uncomfortable) or "J'ai été choqué" (I was shocked). Past experiences might include "J'ai donné de l'argent" (I gave money) or "On a fait une collecte à l'école" (We did a collection at school).

Government solutions use conditional and future tenses: "Le gouvernement devrait..." (The government should...), "On va construire" (We're going to build), or "Nous devrions réduire la mortalité infantile" (We should reduce infant mortality).

Social awareness: Phrases like "Si on a un cœur" (If we have a heart) add emotional impact to your arguments about helping others.

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Key vocab
NOUNS
Une tablette
Les réseaux
sociaux
Une appli
Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
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Holidays and Travel

Holiday vocabulary covers accommodation (se loger - to stay), destinations (la région, les monuments), and activities (se relaxer, découvrir, danser). Descriptive adjectives like charmant (charming), luxueux (luxurious), and typique are essential.

Present activities: "J'aime faire beaucoup de choses" (I like doing lots of things) or "On essaie toujours de manger un plat typique" (We always try to eat a typical dish). The gerund "En partant en vacances à l'étranger" (By going abroad on holiday) introduces benefits.

Past holiday problems make interesting stories: "On a volé son passeport" (Someone stole his passport), "La douche ne fonctionnait pas" (The shower didn't work), or "Je me suis cassé le bras" (I broke my arm).

Travel tip: Use weather conditions with "Comme il pleuvait..." (As it was raining...) to explain why plans changed.

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Key vocab
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Les réseaux
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Un portable
Un smartphone
ADJECTIVES
divertissant
éducatif
pratique
distrayant
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Master the French verb tenses with this comprehensive guide covering the present, past (with avoir and être), imperfect, future (simple and compound), and conditional tenses. Includes formation rules, examples, and conjugation tables for effective learning.

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Comprehensive mindmaps covering key concepts in the Crime and Punishment topic for WJEC Criminology Unit 4. This resource includes detailed insights into the Criminal Justice System, crime prevention strategies, sentencing models, and the roles of various agencies. Ideal for A-Level revision, ensuring you grasp essential theories and legislative processes to excel in your exams.

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Explore in-depth analysis and key quotes for characters in J.B. Priestley's 'An Inspector Calls'. This resource covers Gerald Croft, Inspector Goole, Sheila Birling, Mrs. Birling, Eric Birling, and Eva Smith, focusing on themes of class, gender roles, and social responsibility. Ideal for students aiming for Grade 8 and above.

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