Why Metaphors Matter in Everyday Spoken French?

If you are learning French, you probably spend a lot of time learning vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions. But there is another important part of becoming comfortable in French: understanding…

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Frenzied Fruit & Veggie French Idioms!

Les expressions françaises aux goûts de fruits et légumes Les fruits et légumes ne remplissent pas seulement nos assiettes : ils nourrissent aussi abondamment la langue française. Colorées et amusantes,…

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My kids learn French

Thomas B. stood in the middle of his living room, staring at a pile of colorful workbooks, an iPad open to a popular gamified language app, and a printed schedule…

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Quand Saint-Irénée apprivoisait le Yorkshire

Ah, Leeds! Ce grand saut dans l’inconnu pour Saint-Irénée, sa femme et son fils, fraîchement débarqués de leur Lyon natal. Quitter les rives du Rhône pour le Yorkshire, c’était un…

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Happy Hour Vs Apero

When the workday finally draws to a close, people around the globe naturally seek out ways to unwind, socialise, and transition from professional responsibilities to evening leisure. Two of the…

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My French Journey is Endless

My journey with the French language began over forty-five years ago in a high school classroom. Back then, it was just a subject on my schedule, a requirement to fulfill.…

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La Fête des Pères: What is the origin of french’s fathers day?

The origin of Father’s Day in France (La Fête des Pères) is a fascinating mix of ancient religious tradition and a brilliant 20th-century marketing stunt. Here is how the holiday…

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La Fête de la Musique

The Sound of Midsummer: Why France’s Fête de la Musique is the Ultimate Cultural Phenomenon (and How to Experience It) If you find yourself in any French town or city…

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L’Appel du 18 Juin 1940: General Charles de Gaulles

The Spark from the Shadows: How London Became the Heart of French Honor For French citizens, francophones, and francophiles living across the United Kingdom, the streets of London, the banks…

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Can you translate in French?

Anna: Hi Mark! How was your trip to France? Mark: Hi Anna! It was amazing. I visited Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, Strasbourg, and Bordeaux. Each city had its own charm.…

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