Lyrics & Translation
Explore the enduring themes of love and loss through Nana Mouskouri's evocative rendition of "Les parapluies de Cherbourg." This timeless song, tied to the classic French film, offers a glimpse into the power of music to transcend language, allowing listeners to connect with profound emotions and the beauty of French chansons.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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silence /si.lɑ̃s/ B1 |
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amour /a.muʁ/ B1 |
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départ /de.paʁ/ B2 |
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absence /ap.zɑ̃s/ B1 |
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poursuivre /pu.sɥi.vʁ/ B2 |
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nuit / nɥi / A2 |
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rien /ʁjɛ̃/ A2 |
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comprendre /kɔ̃.pʁɑ̃dʁ/ B1 |
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renoncer /ʁə.nɔ̃.se/ B2 |
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illusion /i.lu.zjɔ̃/ B2 |
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écouter /e.ku.te/ A2 |
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chanton /ʃɑ̃.sɔ̃/ B1 |
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quitter /ki.tɛʁ/ B1 |
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revenir /ʁə.vəniʁ/ B1 |
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besoin /bɛ.zwɛ̃/ A2 |
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attendre /a.tɑ̃dʁ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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