Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the poignant French pop ballad "Petite Emilie" by Keen'v, a song that bravely tackles the somber, yet crucial, topic of school bullying. This emotionally charged narrative provides an excellent opportunity to learn French through its clear storytelling and impactful vocabulary related to feelings, relationships, and societal issues, making it special for its profound social message and raw honesty.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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famille /fa.mij/ A2 |
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mère /mɛʁ/ A2 |
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enfant /ɑ̃.fɑ̃/ A2 |
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vie /vi/ A2 |
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famille /fa.mij/ A2 |
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famille /fa.mij/ A2 |
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ville /vil/ A2 |
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école /e.kɔl/ A2 |
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amie /a.mi/ A2 |
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changement /ʃɑ̃.ʒəmɑ̃/ B1 |
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déménager /de.ma.ɲe/ B2 |
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isolement /i.zɔl.mɑ̃/ B2 |
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difficile /di.fisil/ B1 |
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rejeter /ʁə.ʒə.te/ B2 |
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peur /pœʁ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Petite Émilie 6 ans et demi
➔ Use of age expression in French.
➔ The phrase "6 ans et demi" indicates the age of Émilie.
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Elle ne pouvait pas vivre l'une sans elle
➔ Use of negation with 'ne... pas'.
➔ The phrase "ne pouvait pas" indicates inability.
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Elle vit maintenant en ville car sa maman fut mutée
➔ Use of 'car' to indicate reason.
➔ The word "car" connects the two clauses, explaining why she moved.
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Elle était devenue le souffre douleur de la classe
➔ Use of the past perfect tense.
➔ The phrase "était devenue" indicates a change in state.
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Elle se demandait comment faire face
➔ Use of reflexive verbs.
➔ The phrase "se demandait" indicates self-reflection.
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Elle étendit ses ailes
➔ Use of the simple past tense.
➔ The phrase "étendit" indicates a completed action in the past.
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