Learning Tip: Always check if the noun you're describing is masculine or feminine and adjust the adjective accordingly.

Exam Tip When writing opinions in French, always remember to use the correct gender for adjectives. This small detail can make a big difference in your marks!

Grammar Point: The phrase "J'ai peur" remains the same for all forms since "peur" is a noun, not an adjective. The plural form uses "nous avons peur."

"En colère" is a fixed expression, so it remains the same for both masculine and feminine forms and does not change in the plural.

Beginner

Je pense que le film est intéressant. (I think the movie is interesting.)

Je préfère les vacances d'été. (I prefer summer holidays.)

Je crois que c'est une bonne idée. (I believe that it's a good idea.)

Intermediate

À mon avis, la musique classique est relaxante. (In my opinion, classical music is relaxing.)

Use of "à mon avis" (in my opinion) to express a personal viewpoint.

Il me semble que ce livre est trop long. (It seems to me that this book is too long.)

Expressing a less direct opinion with "il me semble que" (it seems to me that).

Je pense qu'il est important de protéger l'environnement. (I think it's important to protect the environment.)

Expressing an opinion with an infinitive verb, "de protéger" (to protect).

Advanced

Je suis convaincu(e) que les nouvelles technologies peuvent améliorer notre vie quotidienne. (I am convinced that new technologies can improve our daily lives.)

Use of "je suis convaincu(e) que" (I am convinced that), which expresses a strong opinion.

Il est possible que cette décision ait des conséquences négatives. (It is possible that this decision may have negative consequences.)

Complex grammar: Use of the subjunctive "ait" (may have), triggered by "il est possible que" (it is possible that).

Bien que je comprenne ton point de vue, je ne suis pas entièrement d'accord. (Although I understand your point of view, I don't entirely agree.)

Complex grammar: Use of the subjunctive "comprenne" (understand) after "bien que" (although).

Il va sans dire que l'éducation joue un rôle crucial dans le développement d'une société. (It goes without saying that education plays a crucial role in the development of a society.)

Use of the expression "il va sans dire que" (it goes without saying that), which is an advanced way to introduce a widely accepted opinion.

Grammar Point:

• Subjunctive Mood: The subjunctive is often used in French after expressions of doubt, emotion, necessity, or possibility. Phrases like "il est possible que" and "bien que" require the subjunctive form of the verb in the following clause.
• Agreement of Adjectives and Pronouns: In sentences like "je suis convaincu(e)" or "je suis fatigué(e)," the ending of the adjective must agree in gender with the subject. This is a key aspect of French grammar.