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A Comprehensive Guide to Authentic French Expressions Using “Tête” to Master French Like a Local
French language is rich with idiomatic expressions that add color and depth to everyday conversations. One of the most fascinating aspects of French idioms is how frequently they incorporate body parts, including the head (“tête”). In this article, we’ll delve…
The Language of Champions: Key Olympic Terms for Paris 2024
As the Olympic Games approach, athletes and fans alike are gearing up with excitement. Let’s explore some key French Olympic terms and expressions that capture the spirit of the Games! 1. “Être au taquet” (To be at full throttle) This…
Passé composé and imparfait
This French lesson will teach you the difference between passé composé and imparfait in French Passé composé and imparfait cannot translate literally from English The imparfait describes what was happening all around you (including you), the background. Also it refers…
Difference between bon and bien in French
French Phonetic Alphabet: How to Perfect Your Pronunciation Practice
LEARN HOW TO PRONOUNCE THE WORDS WITH THE FRENCH PHONETIC ALPHABET The French Phonetic Alphabet consists of 37 Sounds Linguists and dictionaries use the International Phonetic Alphabet, or IPA, a standardized alphabet or system for phonetic notation. The IPA symbols below…
French courses for adults in Paris
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The Best French Movies About Race That You Need to Watch
As large protests have occurred in response to the killing of George Floyd, there is heightened public awareness about racial discrimination and inequality, not only in the United States but also in France In a time when many of us…
My All-Time Favorite French Novels for Intermediate Learners
Some of our favorite books to learn French at the intermediate level Are you looking for the perfect French book to read at intermediate level? Here are some of our much loved French novels for intermediate learners and francophiles. Stupeurs…
Amélie’s Most Picturesque Filming Locations in Paris
Amélie is a poetic French movie released in 2001, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet “Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amélie Poulain”, which is set in the district of Montmartre, is a poetic depiction of contemporary Parisian life It tells the story of a…
Tips for Sucessfully Teaching French Online via Skype
How to ensure that your first online French lessons go well Whether you are an experienced Skype teacher or about to undertake your very first French lesson online, you want to make a positive impression on your audience The purpose…
The Meanings of the French Subject Pronoun On
The French pronoun On generally meansWe in English. However, it can also refer to one, people, you, they, he or she, and even I. Therefore, it is not easy to understand how to use this pronoun and to translate it…
The Best TV Series for Learning French
An enjoyable way to learn a foreign language consists of watching TV series. But how can television shows help you learn French? As a language instructor, I have been using TV series and films in my French classes for a…
The Most Effective French Phonetic Exercises to Perfect your Pronunciation
Master Business French to Boost your Professional Career
You’ve reached a good level of fluency in French and you know many expressions However, you are working with French-speaking colleagues and clients in Paris or elsewhere, and you need to quickly master Business French Here are some useful tips…
Practical French Greetings for a Warm Hello
Mastering French: Ways to Express French Greetings and Gratitude Typical French Greetings: Bonjour : hello, good day, hi Most of you know the formal expression “bonjour”, and you should since it’s the most common way to greet someone in French. We…
French Words Used in English
10 French Words That You’ve Seen Before… in English Over the years, the English language has borrowed a great number of French words and expressions. Some of this vocabulary has been so completely absorbed by English that speakers might not realize…
The Best Apps to Study French Online
What are the best apps to study French online? If you have a smartphone, you can learn French online with podcasts, short videos, and songs. And let’s not forget – mobile applications! But you might be thinking, which apps should…
Best Movies for French Learners
Discover the Most Engaging Movies to Learn French Whether you want to learn more about the culture, improve your grammar, vocabulary or pronunciation or simply have a good time, these popular French movies are perfect for you! 1. Le fabuleux…
How to use qui and que in French
As a private French tutor, I noticed that many French students are confused with the difference between qui and que Here are some explanations with concrete examples to understand the use of qui and que Grammatical difference between qui and…
5 Relevant Podcasts to Learn French Online
Podcasts are an easy way to improve your French comprehension and vocabulary skills What are the best French language podcasts to practice your French and make prompt progress? As a French tutor online, I am often asked by language learners…
How to Learn French On Your Own?
How Can I Learn French by Myself? (In Just a Few Months) Here are the tips of an experienced online French tutor to help you learn and practice the French language. 1. Join a French Conversation Group An excellent way…
Tips on how to live in Paris by Robin Denise
Robin Denise shares insights and tips on how to live in Paris I recently had the pleasure to learn more about Robin Denise’s lifestyle blog, Péchés Mignons, and about what she loves the most about life in Paris Like many internationals, Robin…
Strolling the Latin Quarter of Paris: A Perfect Walk on the Left Bank
Ready for a Walk in the Latin Quarter of Paris? This area is home to the atmospheric Saint-Germain-des-Prés quartier and the exquisite Luxembourg Gardens With its world-famous cityscape, deeply rooted intellectual tradition, prestigious history, beautiful architecture, and central location, the…
What are the Benefits of Online French Tutoring?
Having trouble learning French? Perhaps you were really excited about taking a foreign language like French when the year began, but now learning it seems more challenging If you’re having a hard time grasping the rules of French, it may…
Business French Idioms to Use at Work
Working in an office in France can be daunting, especially if you are not familiar with the business French idioms Here are some frequent, informal French expressions to use at work Avoir plusieurs cordes à son arc Literally translated, this…
Creating a French Travel Diary
How to Write a Travel Journal or Travelogue with French Learners Travel journals help you to write and document about the experience you had in Paris, France. You can include the written description of the places you have visited, list…
How to Guess the Gender of French Nouns Accurately
Feminine or masculine, that is the question you often ask yourself as a French learner In French, there’s simply no way to know the gender of every single noun other than by memorizing the gender of each. There are, however,…
How to use the French prepositions “dans” and “en”
In this article, you will learn the distinction between the French prepositions “dans” and “en” It is not easy to understand the difference between these two prepositions since they both mean “in” in English The preposition DANS Dans is more…
French: Difference between written and spoken
Differences between written and spoken French Spoken French and written French are so different that one could consider that they are two distinct dialects. I will highlight the main differences between written French and oral French in this blog article. After…