Champs-Élysées: the competition for the largest dictation ever

It is an essential part of the French language. Today, dictation is the focus of all attention. For one family, the big maneuvers began, hard training before taking part on Sunday, June 4, in the big dictation on the Champs-Elysees. “VSIt’s mom who trains us, who makes us revise conjugations, complicated words“, said his daughter. So to each his own Bescherelle. Here, it has almost become a family affair. “We will see the level we have, we risk being very disappointed.“

More than 5,000 participants expected

For generations, dictation has thrilled the schoolchildren of yesterday. Then in the 80s on television, Bernard Pivot gave it back its letters of nobility. It is back in force with giant dictations for everyone and everywhere. Even in space, Thomas Pesquet distinguished himself as a schoolteacher. On Sunday, the most beautiful avenue in the world will be transformed into a veritable open-air school hall. More than 5,000 participants are expected. “It’s going to be the 14th of July spelling”summarizes Rachid sankati“Monsieur Dictée”, organizer of giant dictations. A unique event, which will attempt to break the world record for the largest dictation ever made.