English basics

Core English to revise before class or work

This revision page groups the most useful verbs, question words, phrases, dates, and safety vocabulary. It is designed for quick revision by students, teachers, apprentices, and workers.

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Everyday verbs

These verbs are useful in school, at work, and on site.

  • be - etre
  • have - avoir
  • do - faire
  • go - aller
  • make - fabriquer / faire
  • use - utiliser
  • need - avoir besoin de
  • work - travailler
  • build - construire
  • install - installer
  • repair - reparer
  • measure - mesurer

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Question words

Question words help students understand instructions and ask for help.

  • who - qui
  • what - quoi / que
  • where - ou
  • when - quand
  • why - pourquoi
  • which - lequel
  • how - comment
  • how much - combien
  • how many - combien de

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Useful classroom and work phrases

Simple expressions for learning, teamwork, and communication.

  • Can you help me?
  • I do not understand.
  • Can you repeat, please?
  • How do you say this in English?
  • I need this tool.
  • This material is heavy.
  • The job starts at 8 a.m.
  • Please be careful.
  • Wear your safety equipment.
  • The work is finished.

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Time, dates, and planning

Dates and time expressions are important for appointments and newspapers.

  • today - aujourd hui
  • tomorrow - demain
  • yesterday - hier
  • morning - matin
  • afternoon - apres-midi
  • week - semaine
  • month - mois
  • year - annee
  • Monday to Sunday
  • January to December