Written by Gabriela Estrada

French language goes beyond grammar and vocabulary; it also involves understanding the culture and principles of the language. understanding of the culture and principles that are part of a French-speaking society, such as Canada and France. There is a slight difference in the way the French-speaking culture handles the concept of social social values There is a slight difference in the way the French-speaking culture handles the concept of social values compared to Latin America, whose ethical and moral principles are deeply rooted in family, community and tradition; and where, in addition, respect for elders and authority is fundamental and more influenced by religion and customs.

Today we will get to know common words and expressions that French Canadians use when referring to values in society. Throughout the reading, you will realize that they are terms that point mainly to the freedom and the concept of social justicerather than family and religion.

Read with me to the end and write down the relevant words and expressions in your French vocabulary list. Let's get started!

French vocabulary on values (les valeurs)

In French-speaking countries such as Canada, a bilingual country (English and French), the most commonly used words when it comes to values can be classified according to their scope, into: 

Universal values

• Respect (respect)
• Solidarity (solidarité)
• Equality (égalité)
• Honesty (honnêteté)
• Freedom (liberté)

Social values

• Tolerance (tolérance)
• Justice (justice)
• Empathy (empathie)
• Commitment (engagement)
• Generosity (générosité)

Personal values

• Effort (effort)
• Perseverance (persévérance)
• Responsibility (responsabilité)
• Trust (confiance)
• Gratitude (gratitude)

Typical phrases about the values

• Freedom is a fundamental right (Freedom is a fundamental right).
• On doit faire preuve de solidarité (We must show solidarity).
• Equality is essential in a just society. (Equality is essential in a just society).
• Solidarity helps us to build a better world. (Solidarity helps us build a better world).

It all starts with the handling of these fundamental principles in everyday life, which is why it is so important to master the vocabulary vocabulary is so important to understand and be part of this society.

Language reflects the way a society thinks and acts. In French-speaking countries, les valeurs play a key role in education and social behavior. Learning terms linked to values helps enormously in understanding texts, participating in debates and expressing ideas more precisely, knowing what is being talked about and without mixing concepts by using shared vocabulary.

This approach is ideal for students of philosophy, sociology, psychology, political science, social justice advocates, or anyone interested in personal development and effective communication. or anyone interested in personal development and effective communication.

Strategies to improve French through values.

To improve French through words about social values, you can put these activities into practice:

1. Read philosophical texts and quotes: look for phrases by French authors that talk about values and analyze their meaning.
2. Participate in discussions and reflections: be encouraged to talk with peers about what certain values mean and how they apply them in everyday life.
3. Write essays or reflections: write about a value you feel is important and how it influences your environment.
4. Analyze speeches or films about the history of a country, it can be about the French Revolution: listen to speeches in French about what the era was like and the social behavior and its values. Take note of key vocabulary.
5. Use flashcards (flashcards): practice French terms and use them in sentences of your own.

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I hope this topic will be helpful in advancing your language.

Thank you very much for reading! See you in the next blog!

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