The essential guide to French abbreviations
Whether it’s to save space, avoid repeating long terms, or even simply to sound cool, French speakers often abbreviate (shorten) words. Let’s look...
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French Vocabulary & Phrases
French Vocabulary & Phrases
Build the words and phrases you can actually use: greetings, idioms, slang, everyday expressions, and the small meaning differences that make French sound natural.
View all posts8 ways to introduce yourself in French
Introducing yourself in French is an important skill. After all, chances are, at least part of the reason you’re learning French is to talk to Fre...
40 Essential French Christmas Words to Put You in a Festive Mood
As Christmastime comes near, you may find yourself wondering how to talk about this holiday in French. So, here’s a little gift from us to you: Fre...
Ça Va: 6 Ways to Use the Incredibly Popular French Phrase
Even if you’re only at the beginning of your French learning journey, you’ve probably come across the phrase ça va…or you soon will. Ça va (litera...
What You Really Need to Know About Writing French Letters and Emails
When I was learning French in school, writing letters was one of the most intimidating things we covered. There were so many formules de politesse ...
How to Use (And Not to Use) Au Contraire
Au contraire means “On the contrary”. But if you’re an English-speaker, the phrase’s translation isn’t contrary at all; it turns out we use it the ...
The essential French cooking terms you need to know
Whether you’re a budding chef, enthusiastic foodie, or just trying to expand your knowledge of the French language and culture, there are two main ...
The 25 most beautiful French words (and how to pronounce them)
Many people consider French to be one of the most beautiful languages in the world. But what are some of the most beautiful French words? It turns...
Slt Tlm!: The Essential Guide to French Internet and Texting Slang
Cc c Alysa, sa va? Don’t worry if you didn’t understand this message. As you’ve probably guessed, it’s not in standard French, but a sub-language:...
The Beginner's Guide to the French Alphabet - with Audio
If you want to learn the French alphabet because that’s what many French teachers and courses teach first, stop and ask yourself the following ques...