Closer but not there yet

I think I’ve put that tricky French phrase together pretty well.

I say it quite confidently.

Only to hear in response:

I understand you but I wouldn’t say it like that.

Ouch!

Guess it’s better than not being understood.

But still, it niggles.

How about you?

Do you get that with your English at work, too?

Happily, I haven’t been hearing that remark as often.

Not since I started active copying as part of my 5 a day.

I’ve copied bits of blog posts, articles, dialogues and newsletters.

It’s helped me express myself better in French.

And active copying will work for your English, too.

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