Category Archives for French culture
Birthday Traditions in France: How do the French Celebrate Birthdays?
If you grew up in a western country like Europe or North America, you will be pleasantly surprised to know that French birthday traditions are not very different from the ones you are familiar with. A good French birthday celebration involves a party, some cake, blowing candles and presents. However, here are some small differences […]
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide to French Regional Accents
If you have ever traveled in France outside of Paris or watched a movie set in province, you might have noticed that a lot of French speakers do not quite sound like what you are used to. France is home to dozens of different regional accents, each linked to the culture and history of the area […]
Continue readingHow to Meet New People in France and Make French Friends
Let’s face it, making new friends can be quite challenging. Now imagine making friends in a place away from your home–like France, for instance. A place where natives have a reputation for being snobs, the language is tricky, there’s a lot of cultural differences, and the opportunity to meet people let alone befriend them seems […]
Continue reading15 Bizarre Questions about France on the Internet
The internet can be a strange place. Just how strange? Well, just you wait and see. In this article, we’ll be going through some of the craziest questions about France that you can find on the internet. To be fair, not all questions on this list is ridiculous. There are some questions that French people might […]
Continue readingThe 15 Best TV Series to Learn French for All Levels
[symple_highlight color=”green”]Reading time: 7 minutes[/symple_highlight] Watching foreign films or television series are both excellent ways to help you learn French. It helps you gather a better understanding of the daily lifestyle and expressions that French may use whilst consolidating your existing vocabulary. It can help you fine-tune your listening skills to adapt to the various speeds and […]
Continue readingHow to Say Goodbye in French: 11 Ways to Say It Like a Native
Goodbyes are inevitable. Whether you’ll be away for a short time or for the long haul, there are different precise ways to express your goodbye. But how do you say goodbye in French? In this article, we’ll go through the different ways to do that. Quick Navigation How to Say Goodbye in French1. Goodbye in French: Au […]
Continue readingDes adieux pas comme les autres [A French Short Story]
Bonjour ! Here’s a very short French story that is great for complete beginners. It’s only 300 words long and uses very simple words, so you can easily follow along. At the end of the story, there’s a glossary of terms and a mini quiz to test your comprehension. Ready? C’est parti ! Quick Navigation French […]
Continue readingQuiz: Do You Know How to be Polite in French?
Different cultures have different sets of etiquette and ways of being polite. But do you know how to be polite when you’re in France or among French people? Take this easy quiz to find out! Before you head over to France, make sure to grab your copy of French Phrasebook to help you travel in […]
Continue readingHow to Read a French Menu and Order Food Like the French
Whether you’re dining in France or in some fancy French restaurant elsewhere, going face-to-face with a French menu is enough to make you rack your brains for all the French you know. But don’t fret! This article will brush those cobwebs away and help you read a French menu with ease. We will start with a […]
Continue reading5 Popular French Christmas Carols to Bring you Holiday Cheer
Christmas season is here again; the happiest time of the year, or so the song says. If you are learning French and want to get into the holiday spirit, what better way to do it than to listen to traditional French Christmas carols? Here on this article, I’ve listed down five of the most catchy carols […]
Continue readingThis Quiz Will Tell You What French-Related Gift You Need to Give Yourself this Christmas!
Are you a Francophile who is running low on ideas for a gift to yourself this Christmas? No worries, this quiz will determine what you should get for the no. 1 in person in your life–YOU!
Continue readingQ&A: The French and Their Baguette
Bonjour ! Each week on the newsletter, I answer a question sent to me by readers of this website. If you haven’t subscribed to the newsletter yet, please do! You’ll find a lot of really interesting content upon sign up and also every Sunday when I send the weekly newsletter.Here I’m sharing with you one […]
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