Stage 2 · A1+ / A2
Synonyms and antonyms
Build French vocabulary by distinguishing similar-meaning synonyms and opposites in simple contexts.
1. Objective
By the end, you will recognise several common synonym and antonym pairs.
2. I discover
In Le magasin ferme tôt, what is the opposite of tôt? And what word is close to commencer in La réunion commence?
3. I understand
Synonyms have similar meaning in a given context: commencer / débuter. Antonyms express opposition: chaud / froid. Two words are not interchangeable in every sentence; context matters.
A synonym is similar, not necessarily interchangeable in every context. Always check the whole sentence.
4. Guided practice
5. Independent practice
6. I write / I speak
Write three new sentences using the target feature. For each, briefly explain why your choice is correct.
7. Check my learning
8. What I remember
Synonym = similar meaning in context. Antonym = opposite meaning. Learn pairs with a sentence.
9. Now I can…
- I can explain the criterion behind my answer.
- I can apply the feature in a new sentence.
