The delicious guide to le goûter and snacking à la française
In a country famous for its pastries and viennoiseries, not to mention cheese, bread, and other goodies, French people have quite the selection of things to snack on!…
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Getting to the bottom of the French words “dessous” and “dessus”
In French, you’ll often come across two similar words that are actually each other’s opposite: dessous and dessus. What is the difference between dessous and dessus? W…
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The essential guide to the seasons in French
Like many cultures, the French divide up the year into four seasons, each with its own cultural ramifications. Let’s learn how to say the seasons in French and what th…
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What does je ne sais quoi mean exactly?
Je ne sais quoi (often misspelled jenesequa) is a French phrase that’s crossed over into English. But if you’re wondering what it means, you’re not alone. According to…
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How to talk about family (la famille) in French
How do you say “family” in French? It’s a question that seems pretty simple, but as is the case with families in general, sometimes things can get a little complicated…
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13 hilarious French translation
Translation seems like such an easy thing. For instance, g_âteau_ becomes “cake” – et voilà! ….Or maybe I meant to say “cookie” because gâteau could mean that, too….…
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12 terrific facts about the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower - la Tour Eiffel in French – is one of the world’s most famous, recognizable landmarks. But despite its fame, there are a few things you may not know…
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How do you say "French" in French? With audio
“French person”, “Frenchman” or “Frenchwoman”, “Frenchie”, or even “frog” - there are a number of ways to refer to French people in English. But what terms do French…
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How long does it really take to learn French?
As a teacher, French culture and language writer, and non-native French speaker, “How long does it take to learn French?” is a question I get a lot. Unfortunately, the…
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The surprising meaning of bougie in French
In American English, bougie (pronounced "boo-zhee") is slang for someone or something fancy, pretentious, or trying to look wealthier than it is. It's short for bourge…