30 cool French words you (probably) don't know
All languages have their challenges. French, for instance, is riddled with tricky grammar and pronunciation. But all languages also have their good sides - and among t…
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Martinique: A beautiful French island in the Caribbean
When it comes to studying 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. And…
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The essential guide to the parts of the body in French | With Audio
Want to learn the parts of the body in French? It’s nothing to lose your head over! Let’s look at the parts of the body in French, as well as what articles to use them…
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Everything you need to know about French names
Of all the things you have to learn in French, names seem like one of the easiest. If you’re familiar with names in Western culture, you should be fine, right? That’s…
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What does touché mean exactly?
Many of us change, at least a little, after we travel abroad. The same can be said for the word touché (often misspelled tushay). Touché is a French word that’s found…
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9 ways to say "Shut up" in French
It’s not the nicest phrase, but most of us will say “shut up” to someone at least once in our lives – and we’ve probably been told to shut up, as well. Native French s…
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How to use and conjugate the verb Finir
Finir means “to finish” or “to end” in French. This makes it a useful and common verb, with some useful and common derivatives as well. Let’s take a look at finir and…
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How to call French numbers (and avoid embarrassing misdials)
It’s easy enough to log onto the internet and start spotting and using French internet slang. But what about calling a French number if you want to use some of your ne…
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Five reasons Pepé Le Pew isn’t really French
Although he’s become a controversial figure, for many of us, Looney Tunes character Pepé Le Pew was our first introduction to French culture. The skunk’s accent and lo…
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What to use instead of the present perfect in French
Have you ever…wondered how to say “Have you ever in French?” Don’t worry: the confusion you might have felt while wracking your brain for an answer is totally understa…