All about inclusive language and gender neutral pronouns in French
The world is changing, and inclusive or gender neutral language is becoming increasingly common. At least, that’s the case for English. But what about French? You may…
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Understand the culture behind the language: French food, traditions, places, books, music, films, history, and everyday life in France.
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All about the Phryges, Paris’s 2024 Olympic mascots
The mascots of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France are the Phryges (les Phryges). Based on the Phrygian cap (le bonnet phrygien), an iconic symbol of freedom and t…
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10 things you might not know about abortion in France
On June 24, 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, limiting many women’s access to a safe, legal abortion. However you took the news, as a French student,…
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Tipping in France: When to do it (and when not to do it)
If you’re planning a trip to Paris or to France - or if you’re already here and making plans for the day - you may be wondering how big a tip you’ll need to leave your…
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10 magnificent French Monuments you should visit in 2026
France is full of amazing landmarks, monuments, and museums. And now that the worst of the pandemic is behind us you can finally visit them! Here are 10 marvelous Fren…
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Everything you need to know about sunny Provence
With its lavender fields, Herbes de Provence, famous Mediterranean beaches, and (generally) sunny weather, Provence is one of the best-known and most iconic regions of…
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What's French architecture like?
Homes, shelters, temples, churches, and other structures have dotted the French landscape since prehistoric times. Today, you can see everything from Gallo-Roman ruins…
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Guadeloupe: The beautiful island where France meets the Caribbean
When learning and teaching the French language and culture, we tend to focus on mainland France. But of course, that’s not where all Francophones live or come from. An…
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What does rentrer mean exactly? (and how to conjugate it)
The verb rentrer means “to re-enter”/go back inside”, “go home”, or ”fit inside” – at least most of the time. Let’s learn more about this very common French verb that…
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The ancient Gauls (and what the French think of them)
Ancient ancestors of many native French people today, the Gauls (often misspelled “guals”) are at once mysterious and familiar (thanks in part to the beloved Astérix c…