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1 day ago

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French Word of the Day: Jour chome

'Jour chômé' refers to a mandatory non-working day in France, distinct from public holidays.

May Day (May 1st) is the only legally mandated 'jour chômé' where working requires extra pay.

2 days ago

Paris food

French Phrase of the Day: Au bout du rouleau

Au bout du rouleau means being completely exhausted or burnt out.

5 days ago

Paris food

French Expression of the Day: Nid-de-poule

Nid-de-poule means pothole in French, not related to farming, but is crucial for motorists to understand while driving.

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Paris food

A to Z of everyday French phrases - The Good Life France

The French language is rich with phrases that reveal historical context and cultural nuance.

5 days ago

France politics

French Word of the Day: Lubie

'Lubie' describes fleeting fads or whims in French culture, often with a negative connotation.

France politics

French Expression of the Day: N'importe quoi

N'importe quoi is a useful French phrase to dismiss nonsense during arguments.

Paris food

A to Z of everyday French phrases - The Good Life France

The French language is rich with phrases that reveal historical context and cultural nuance.

5 days ago

France politics

French Word of the Day: Lubie

'Lubie' describes fleeting fads or whims in French culture, often with a negative connotation.

France politics

French Expression of the Day: N'importe quoi

N'importe quoi is a useful French phrase to dismiss nonsense during arguments.

Academie Francaise unveils 'bible' of correct French language

The Académie Française aims to guide language usage through its latest book 'Dire, Ne pas dire', targeting common linguistic mistakes.

French grammar tips: Pay attention to the mistakes your French friends make

Foreigners in France often face challenges practicing their French due to locals responding in English.

Learning French grammar, despite its complexities, is essential for fluency.

fromBusiness Insider

Writing

Just how bad is Emily's French in 'Emily in Paris'? A language expert breaks down her progress across the 4 seasons.

Emily struggles with French, hindering her integration in Paris and affecting her relationships, especially with Gabriel.

fromMedievalists.net

History

How Medieval Nobles Learned French - Medievalists.net

The Treatise of Walter of Bibbesworth taught French through daily life lessons, offering a practical learning method for English nobility.

France news

French grammar tips: Cheat the future

Mastering French verb tenses is essential for fluency but can be daunting for learners.

France news

French Word of the Day: C'est-a-dire

C'est-à-dire is used for clarification or explanation, similar to 'in other words'.

Academie Francaise unveils 'bible' of correct French language

The Académie Française aims to guide language usage through its latest book 'Dire, Ne pas dire', targeting common linguistic mistakes.

French grammar tips: Pay attention to the mistakes your French friends make

Foreigners in France often face challenges practicing their French due to locals responding in English.

Learning French grammar, despite its complexities, is essential for fluency.

fromBusiness Insider

Writing

Just how bad is Emily's French in 'Emily in Paris'? A language expert breaks down her progress across the 4 seasons.

Emily struggles with French, hindering her integration in Paris and affecting her relationships, especially with Gabriel.

fromMedievalists.net

History

How Medieval Nobles Learned French - Medievalists.net

The Treatise of Walter of Bibbesworth taught French through daily life lessons, offering a practical learning method for English nobility.

France news

French grammar tips: Cheat the future

Mastering French verb tenses is essential for fluency but can be daunting for learners.

France news

French Word of the Day: C'est-a-dire

C'est-à-dire is used for clarification or explanation, similar to 'in other words'.

more#language-learning

French Word of the Day: Gros mot

The term 'gros mots' refers to vulgar or offensive language, akin to 'swear words' in English.

France news

French Word of the Day: Feuille

'Une feuille' primarily means 'a leaf' in French, but has various other meanings including documents and forms.

France news

French Word of the Day: Deminer

The French word 'démine' means 'to clear mines' and also figuratively means to 'defuse' or 'de-escalate' tensions.

1 week ago

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French Word of the Day: Coucou

Coucou is a friendly French greeting used informally among peers.

France news

French Expression of the Day: Avoir la banane

The French expression 'avoir la banane' means 'to be happy', likening a smile to the curved shape of a banana.

France news

French Word of the Day: Larguer

Larguer in French means to be dumped and originates from nautical terminology, highlighting the act of letting go.

French Word of the Day: Gros mot

The term 'gros mots' refers to vulgar or offensive language, akin to 'swear words' in English.

France news

French Word of the Day: Feuille

'Une feuille' primarily means 'a leaf' in French, but has various other meanings including documents and forms.

France news

French Word of the Day: Deminer

The French word 'démine' means 'to clear mines' and also figuratively means to 'defuse' or 'de-escalate' tensions.

1 week ago

France news

French Word of the Day: Coucou

Coucou is a friendly French greeting used informally among peers.

France news

French Expression of the Day: Avoir la banane

The French expression 'avoir la banane' means 'to be happy', likening a smile to the curved shape of a banana.

France news

French Word of the Day: Larguer

Larguer in French means to be dumped and originates from nautical terminology, highlighting the act of letting go.

more#cultural-insights

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France news

French Phrase of the Day: Dire merde

The phrase 'merde' is a French idiom used to wish someone good luck, especially before performances or exams.

France politics

French Phrase of the Day: A fleur de peau

The phrase 'à fleur de peau' describes sensitive individuals who may react strongly to minor triggers.

Paris food

French Phrase of the Day: Aux frais de la princesse

The French phrase 'aux frais de la princesse' means something is covered or free, emphasizing expenses handled by a wealthier entity.

Paris food

French expression of the day: Avoir la peche

Avoir la pêche means feeling great, indicating good mental and physical health, and is used commonly in conversational French.

France news

French Phrase of the Day: Dire merde

The phrase 'merde' is a French idiom used to wish someone good luck, especially before performances or exams.

France politics

French Phrase of the Day: A fleur de peau

The phrase 'à fleur de peau' describes sensitive individuals who may react strongly to minor triggers.

Paris food

French Phrase of the Day: Aux frais de la princesse

The French phrase 'aux frais de la princesse' means something is covered or free, emphasizing expenses handled by a wealthier entity.

Paris food

French expression of the day: Avoir la peche

Avoir la pêche means feeling great, indicating good mental and physical health, and is used commonly in conversational French.

more#idioms

3 weeks ago

Humor

French Word of the Day: Guili-guili

Guili-guili means 'tickle tickle' in French, often used by adults with children.

3 weeks ago

Paris food

French Phrase of the Day: Bouche a l'oreille

Bouche à l'oreille means 'word of mouth' and is a key way to learn about businesses or services.

4 weeks ago

Paris food

French Word of the Day: Boui-boui

Boui-boui refers to a no-frills, affordable restaurant or café, often used to describe a casual dining experience.

fromMiami Herald

France news

Haitian author Laferriere celebrates French language in Miami appearances this weekend

Dany Laferrière celebrates the French language in Miami, reflecting his dual heritage from Haiti and Canada during Francophonie month.

#linguistics

8 years ago

France news

Verlan: France's backwards language you need to learn

Verlan, a French slang, involves pronouncing syllables back-to-front and is popular with younger generations.

Vue

French Word of the Day: Occasion

The French word 'occasion' means both opportunity and second-hand items, leading to potential shopping confusion for tourists.

8 years ago

France news

Verlan: France's backwards language you need to learn

Verlan, a French slang, involves pronouncing syllables back-to-front and is popular with younger generations.

Vue

French Word of the Day: Occasion

The French word 'occasion' means both opportunity and second-hand items, leading to potential shopping confusion for tourists.

Digital life

Studying at an English-Speaking University? In Quebec, That May Cost Extra.

Quebec is intensifying efforts to maintain French as the dominant language, impacting signage, education, and immigrant services.

fromwww.npr.org

France news

Louisiana has a long history with French. This immersion school aims to keep it alive

Ecole Pointe-au-Chien aims to revive Louisiana's French language and cultural heritage through immersive education.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Studying at an English-Speaking University? In Quebec, That May Cost Extra.

Quebec is intensifying efforts to maintain French as the dominant language, impacting signage, education, and immigrant services.

fromwww.npr.org

France news

Louisiana has a long history with French. This immersion school aims to keep it alive

Ecole Pointe-au-Chien aims to revive Louisiana's French language and cultural heritage through immersive education.

more#education

France news

French Word of the Day: Treve

The word 'trêve' signifies a temporary truce applicable in war and other contexts like labor strikes and winter eviction laws.

France politics

French grammar tips: Getting the date and time right

Mastering French time and date expressions enhances conversational fluency.

Understanding French grammar is essential despite its complexities.

French Word of the Day: Artisan

The French meaning of 'artisan' is broader, covering all tradespeople, while in English it implies high-quality craftsmanship.

France news

France politics

French Word of the Day: Atermoiement

Atermoiement is a legal term used for deferment, now applicable in various contexts including procrastination.

3 years ago

France politics

French phrase of the Day: Etre moi-meme

The phrase 'moi-même' signifies a commitment to personal identity and being true to oneself.

France politics

What happens if you fail the new French language tests?

France's 2024 immigration law requires language exams for some foreigners seeking residency or citizenship, with potential exemptions for certain groups.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

France politics

French immersion holiday on the French Riviera at a stunning chateau - The Good Life France

LaPont and Château Lou Casteou have launched the first luxury French immersion retreat in the Côte d'Azur.

6 months ago

France news

In Senegal, the bastion of the region's Francophonie, French is giving way to local languages

Wolof is increasingly replacing French in Senegal, reflecting a desire for cultural identity and independence from colonial influence.

6 months ago

France politics

The International City of French Language - The Good Life France

The International City of French Language in Villers-Cotterêts celebrates French culture and languages, highlighting an important historical shift in language usage in France.

fromHiP Paris Blog

France politics

Paris Tips: Making Small Talk A La Parisienne

Learning local greetings and customs is crucial for social interactions in Paris.

The importance of proper greetings like 'bonjour' is critical in preserving social niceties and customer service.

fromArtforum