Making a phone call in French: essential words and phrases with dialogues + exercise
Learn French phone words like Allo - Decrocher - Raccrocher as well as phrases used to make a phone conversation+dialogues and a quiz
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- Jan 25, 2023
- 6 min
Talking about Money in French: a comprehensive guide
Talking about money in French: slang and common expressions: le fric - la thune - le pognon - le blé (means also wheat) - une balle ...
- Jan 1, 2023
- 5 min
How to say no in French and alternative expressions
No in French is "Non" but can also be "Pas du tout": not at all - "Pas encore": not yet) - "Pas question": No way - "Nan": nope … Learn more
- Dec 3, 2022
- 5 min
C'est la vie: its meaning and everything else you need to know
C'est la vie means "that's life" / "such is life" and is not always a fatalistic French idiom. Alternatives: Ainsi va la vie, c'est comme ça
- Oct 26, 2022
- 4 min
How to say "shut up" in French: all you need to know
Different ways to say shut up in French and how to use them: silence, tais-toi, taisez-vous, chut, Ferme ta gueule, ...
- Sep 13, 2022
- 6 min
Asking for and giving directions in French: essential terms
Asking for and giving directions with examples and exercises. Common words: Où est where is, tout droit: straight, à gauche
- Sep 3, 2022
- 4 min
Spoken French and the fact of cutting words
Did you know about this trend of cutting words in spoken French? Yes, French people tend to cut words when speaking. You have certainly...
- Jul 6, 2022
- 3 min
The 12 Zodiac signs in French - Les signes du Zodiaque
The 12 Zodiac signs in French or les signes du Zodiaque : Bélier (Aries), Gémeaux (Gemini), Lion (Leo) ... +Quiz for practice
- Jun 24, 2022
- 4 min
French clothing words - Les vêtements
Words for clothing in French : clothes (vêtements), fabrics, and patterns. Eg. pants : un pantalon, dress: une robe, ... plus a QUIZ
- Mar 29, 2022
- 2 min
32 English French false cognates to be aware of
Not all the English French cognates are a perfect match. Words like bras, blesser, préservatif, injurier, or pain can be deceptive
- Dec 2, 2021
- 5 min
How do you actually say how are you in French?
Looking for ways to say how are you in French, other than the formal comment allez-vous? And how to respond? Check out this lesson!
- Nov 18, 2021
- 3 min
6 Great French books for beginners' level
Searching for the perfect books to read as a beginner? Here is a compiled list of some great books to dive into as a French beginner!
- Nov 13, 2021
- 4 min
20 colorful French idioms with examples and English meaning
Learn these 20 colorful French idioms and you will be familiar with common expressions like voir la vie en rose, passer une nuit blanche ...
- Sep 9, 2021
- 6 min
100+ Essential school vocabulary in French + PDF
How about learning essential school vocabulary in French? Let's learn words and phrases related to the school system, subjects, supplies,...
- Jul 2, 2021
- 6 min
Never mix up again these common words that sound the same in French
French Homophones are words that sound the same but are different in fact. Better be aware of them to avoid situations of misunderstanding!
- Jun 16, 2021
- 4 min
How to say hello in French beyond the classical bonjour, bonsoir and salut
What about learning ways to say hello in French beyond the classical Bonjour, and bonsoir? Like greeting a group, on the phone, in a letter
- Jun 1, 2021
- 4 min
French summer essential vocabulary + Reading test
Summer or l'été in French language is one the favorite seasons of French people. It's the ideal time to forget about work, to travel, go...
- Jan 28, 2021
- 4 min
How do you say I love you in French: Romantic words French people use
Je t'aime is the obvious translation of I love you in French. Other alternatives exist: Je t'adore - Je t'aime à la folie, Tu es l'amour de
- Dec 28, 2020
- 5 min
19 inspirational French sayings and quotes that will boost your motivation
Learning a language goes beyond learning grammar rules and vocabulary. Native speakers often use imagery structures like proverbs, quotes,
- Dec 11, 2020
- 4 min
Festive ways of wishing Merry Christmas in French
Are you looking for ways to say merry Christmas and wish happy new year to your friends and relatives? In that case, keep reading till ...
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