If you’re confused about how to translate “DO” in “Don’t you want to do that?” or “I don’t know”, this episode is for you! I’ll give you helpful tips on how to choose the right verb for your sentence and will even expand on your new skill…then you’ll be able to test yourself with a short exercise!

Faire = to do, to make

Il n’aime pas le chocolat.

Il aime le chocolat?

I do my homework = Je fais mes devoirs.

I don’t do my homework = Je ne fais pas mes devoirs

Tu ne veux pas (Vous ne voulez pas) faire ça ? = Don’t you want to do that ?

I will call you tomorrow = Je t’appellerai demain

Exercise :

Can you translate the following sentences? (or at least identify the verb/tense)

Answers:

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