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…
Read moreFrenzied 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,…
Read moreMy 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…
Read moreQuand 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…
Read moreHappy 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…
Read moreMy 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.…
Read moreLa 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…
Read moreLa 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…
Read moreL’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…
Read moreCan 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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