Lyrics & Translation
Discover Oldelaf's "Novembre," a poignant French song that blends poetic lyrics with a melancholic yet catchy melody. Through its evocative language, you can explore themes of remembrance, resilience, and the enduring human desire for hope, offering a unique window into French culture and emotional expression.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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jouer /ʒwe/ or /ʒweɡe/ A2 |
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faire /fɛʁ/ A2 |
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comprendre /kɔ̃.pʁɑ̃dʁ/ B1 |
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rêver /ʁe.ve/ B2 |
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obtenir /ɔb.tə.niʁ/ B2 |
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plaire /plɛʁ/ B2 |
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abattre /a.ba.tʁ/ C1 |
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espérer /ɛs.pe.ʁe/ B2 |
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planter /plɑ̃.te/ B1 |
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pousser /pu.se/ B1 |
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voyage /vwajaʒ/ A2 |
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peur /pœʁ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Ben alors novembre, tu veux jouer au con
➔ Use of the present tense of 'vouloir' (tu veux) to express desire.
➔ 'tu veux' is the present indicative form of 'vouloir' (to want), indicating desire.
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On croyait comprendre que tu serais joli
➔ Use of the imperfect tense 'croyait' (from croire) to describe a past belief.
➔ 'croyait' is the imperfect tense indicating an ongoing or habitual belief in the past.
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Pour qu'on plante quelques graines
➔ Use of the subjunctive 'planter' after 'pour que' to express purpose.
➔ 'pour que' introduces a purpose clause requiring the subjunctive mood, thus 'planter' is in subjunctive.
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Faut couper les roses maintenant
➔ Use of the impersonal 'faut' (from 'falloir') to express necessity or obligation.
➔ 'faut' is an impersonal verb used to convey necessity or obligation with an action.
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J'ai peur quand je prends un verre
➔ Use of the present tense 'j'ai' (avoir) and 'je prends' (prendre) to express current fears.
➔ 'j'ai peur' means 'I am afraid' and uses the present tense of 'avoir' (to have).
Album: L'Aventure
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