Stage 5 · B1

Level B1

Common invariable words

Common invariable words: progressive explanation, topic-specific examples, guided exercises and a corrected assessment.

Duration: 25 minPrerequisites: terminaisons-ais-aitPass mark: 80%

1. Objective

By the end, you will recognise and use “Common invariable words” correctly.

2. Discover

Compare: très; toujours; beaucoup; parmi. Which clue helps you recognise Les mots invariables fréquents?

3. Understand

To understand “Common invariable words”, start from the examples rather than an abstract definition. Say the whole sentence, then identify the word’s function: the sound may be the same, but the role is not.

trèstoujoursbeaucoupparmimalgréalorssouvent
Watch out

For homophones, do not rely on sound. Use a substitution test or identify the word’s function before writing.

4. Guided practice

5. Independent practice

6. Write / speak

Say what you want to mean first, then express it with “Common invariable words”. Read it again as if you were receiving it.

7. Check your learning

8. Remember

For Les mots invariables fréquents, identify the context first, then the form carrying the useful information. Always check your answer in a complete sentence.

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9. Now I can…

  • I can recognise “Common invariable words” in a new example.
  • I can justify my choice and create an example.