Savoir vs. Connaître in French

The video tutorial explains the differences between the French verbs 'savoir' and 'connaître', both of which translate to 'to know' in English. 'Savoir' is used for knowing how to do something or for known facts, often followed by an infinitive or a subordinate clause. 'Connaître' is used for knowing someone or something, always followed by a noun and never by a subordinate clause. The tutorial provides examples to illustrate the correct usage of each verb.

What is the main objective of the lesson?

• To learn how to conjugate French verbs

• To learn French vocabulary

• To understand the difference between 'savoir' and 'connaître'

• To practice French pronunciation

Which verb would you use to express knowing how to swim in French?

• 'Vouloir'

• 'Connaître'

• 'Savoir'

• 'Aimer'

What is a key characteristic of the verb 'savoir'?

• It is used to express a skill or aptitude

• It cannot be followed by an infinitive

• It is always followed by a noun

• It is used to describe emotions

Which verb is used to know a person or a thing?

• 'Connaître'

• 'Savoir'

• 'Avoir'

• 'Être'

What is a restriction when using 'connaître'?

• It can be followed by a subordinate clause

• It can be followed by an infinitive

• It can be used to express a skill

• It must be followed by a noun