Chapter II · IntermediateLevel 6
3610 words · Level 6
« Bibliothèques de Montréal — cercles de conversation »
- ListenBibliothèques de Montréal[bibljɔtɛk də mɔ̃ʁeal]Level 6
Montreal public library system
The 45-branch network of public libraries in Montreal. Free membership for residents. Offers programs in French, English, and several immigrant languages.
In the guidesPracticing French in Quebec
- Listenblonde[blɔ̃d]Level 6
girlfriend (informal)
Standard Quebec word for girlfriend, regardless of hair color. 'Ma blonde et moi' is neutral, not poetic. International FR uses 'petite amie' or 'copine'.
In the guidesUnderstanding the Quebec accent
- ListenBonne journée[bɔn ʒuʁne]Level 6
('Have a good day', friendly closing)
An everyday friendly closing, especially when sent in the morning. 'Bonne fin de journée' if sent in the afternoon. Common in Quebec — rarely heard from a Parisian.
In the guidesFrench at work in Quebec
- Listenbouche-à-oreille[buʃ a ɔʁɛj]Level 6
Word of mouth
Finding opportunities by telling people around you what you're looking for — often the most effective channel in Quebec.
In the guidesFinding a Room to Rent in Quebec
- Listencâlisse[ka.lis]Level 6
(strong sacre, from 'calice')
Strong sacre derived from the Catholic chalice. Used as an interjection, an intensifier, or even a verb ('s'en câlisser' = not to care). Avoid in formal contexts.
In the guidesUnderstanding the Quebec accent
Simplifiez votre vie au Québec · Simplify your life in Quebec
Bibliothèques de Montréal — cercles de conversation10 words
- ListenCarFax Canada[kaʁfaks kanada]Level 6
CarFax Canada (vehicle history)
The most-used vehicle history service in Canada.
In the guidesBuying a Car in Quebec: Used, New or Lease
- Listencarnet de mots[kaʁnɛ də mo]Level 6
vocabulary notebook
A small notebook (paper or app) where you note unknown words you hear. Three lines per word: the word, the context sentence, the translation. Reviewed weekly, this is the single highest-leverage learning habit.
In the guidesQuebec Media: Landscape and Language Learning
- Listencarnet de vaccination[kaʁnɛ də vaksinasjɔ̃]Level 6
vaccination record
The booklet or document listing the vaccines a person has received.
In the guidesRecommended Vaccines for Adult Newcomers in Quebec
- Listencarte d'assurance maladie[kaʁt dasyʁɑ̃s maladi]Level 6
health insurance card
The official RAMQ card. Often nicknamed 'carte soleil' (sun card) because of its yellow color. Both names are interchangeable in conversation.
In the guidesQuebec administrative vocabulary
- Listencercles de conversation[sɛʁkl də kɔ̃vɛʁsasjɔ̃]Level 6
conversation circles
Drop-in group practice sessions. Typically 90 minutes, ~10 participants, led by a volunteer facilitator. The single most cost-effective way to practice spoken French in Montreal.
In the guidesPracticing French in Quebec
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