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12 French words with no English translation
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The French language is known as “poetic”, but what does that really mean? It might be that the Frenc...

10 funny idioms in different languages
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Every language around the world uses idioms – common phrases that are used to say certain things. Ma...

13 totally relatable French expressions
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There are a million reasons to learn French: is beautiful, sexy and suave. But it’s also thoughtful ...

10 international films to help you learn a language
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Watching movies in a foreign language often requires a little more concentration than usual, particu...

12 expressions about spring from around the world
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This time of year soaks us with new beginnings, bird songs and chocolate bunnies. The Germans have n...

How to learn French quickly: 10 tips
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Parles-tu Français? Non? Soon, we’ll have you saying, ‘Oui! Oui! Oui!’ If you’ve decided to join alm...

10 romantic French phrases to charm your crush
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Some say it with flowers, some say it with chocolates. But, if you really want to up the ante this V...

5 reasons why you should learn French
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French is beautiful. It makes pastries like croissants and pain au chocolat sound like drops of heav...

5 easy ways to learn French from home
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Being stuck at home is a pain, but that’s no reason to give up on your dream of learning French. Wit...

10 reasons to love Nice
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Often overshadowed by Monaco’s elegance and St. Tropez’s glamour, Nice is due more credit than it is...

4 Tips for the Perfect Solo Afternoon in the Paris
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It’s 11 on a Saturday morning. You’ve just woken and start to plan out your day. Your friends are ou...

3 more reasons why I learned French (and why you should too)
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“Boy, those French! They have a different word for everything.”― Steve MartinAh, le Français! It’s a...