TCF Canada — Tâche 1
Tâche 1 — Message (60-120 mots)
Vous partez en vacances une semaine. Écrivez un message à un ami : demandez-lui de s'occuper de votre chat et expliquez ce qu'il doit faire.
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Key words & expressionsUseful French for this topic, with translations.View
s'occuper de
to take care of
le chat
cat
nourrir
to feed
la litière
litter box
les clés
keys
un service
a favor
partir en vacances
to go on vacation
matin et soir
morning and evening
les caresses
petting
sans doute
probably
TipsStructure, register and traps to avoid.View
- Begin by explaining the situation, then ask the favor politely.
- List the tasks with simple instructions: feeding, litter, keys.
- Mention the dates of your trip.
- Offer something in return, such as a souvenir.
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French
Salut, Je pars en vacances du 5 au 12 juillet et je cherche quelqu'un pour s'occuper de mon chat. Est-ce que tu pourrais me rendre ce service ? Ce n'est pas compliqué : tu dois lui donner à manger matin et soir, changer l'eau et nettoyer sa litière tous les deux jours. Il est très gentil et il adore les caresses ! Je te donnerai mes clés avant mon départ. Je te rapporterai un petit souvenir, bien sûr. Dis-moi si c'est possible pour toi. Merci d'avance !
English
Hi, I am going on vacation from July 5 to 12 and I am looking for someone to take care of my cat. Could you do me this favor? It is not complicated: you have to feed him morning and evening, change his water and clean his litter box every two days. He is very nice and he loves being petted! I will give you my keys before I leave. I will bring you back a little souvenir, of course. Tell me if it is possible for you. Thanks in advance!