Mastering -CER & -GER Verbs in French

This video tutorial by Madame explains the conjugation of GER and CER verbs in French. It begins with an introduction to the verbs 'manger' and 'commencer' as examples. The tutorial reviews the endings of regular ER verbs, emphasizing the importance of the 'nous' form. For GER verbs, the key difference is retaining the 'e' in the 'nous' form to maintain pronunciation. For CER verbs, an accent is added to the 'c' in the 'nous' form to change the pronunciation. The video provides a step-by-step guide to conjugating these verbs, ensuring learners understand the nuances of each type.

What are the two types of verbs discussed in this lesson?

• IR and RE verbs

• ER and IR verbs

• GER and CER verbs

• ER and RE verbs

What does the verb 'manger' mean?

• To run

• To eat

• To sleep

• To write

What is the first step in conjugating GER verbs?

• Add the ending directly

• Add an accent

• Remove the ER ending

• Change the verb root

Why is it important to keep the 'e' in GER verbs?

• To make it easier to write

• To make the verb sound smoother

• To change the meaning of the verb

• To follow a different conjugation rule

What is the ending for 'nous' form in GER verbs?

• ONS

• EZ

• ENT

• IONS

What does the verb 'commencer' mean?

• To run

• To finish

• To start

• To eat

What is the first step in conjugating CER verbs?

• Remove the ER ending

• Add an accent

• Add the ending directly

• Change the verb root

What sound does the 'ç' (c with a cedilla) make in French?

• G

• S

• K

• Z

What is the main difference in conjugating CER verbs compared to regular ER verbs?

• Removing the last letter

• Adding an accent in the 'nous' form

• Changing the verb root

• Adding an extra letter

What is the ending for 'nous' form in CER verbs?

• ONS

• EZ

• ENT

• IONS