Category Archives for French vocabulary and expression
French Cheat Sheet: Basic French Questions and Answers
Need a quick cheat sheet to ask or answer questions in French? This handy list of basic survival French questions and answers is here to help! From greetings to asking for help, and their possible answers, you’ll never get lost in simple French conversations again! Feel free to jump to the different sections I. The […]
Continue reading14 French Expressions to Practice Today (with videos)
In any language, idioms are often a source of confusion and frustration for newbie learners. French is no different. But these little expressions are very useful to learn because they not only add spice to your conversations, they also help you sound more natural and closer to sounding like a native. The French have a […]
Continue readingHow to Make Polite Requests in French Using ‘Je Voudrais’
One of the most useful French phrases that beginners and travelers should learn is “je voudrais…”. This little phrase can be used when you’re out in restaurants ordering food or drinks, or in everyday conversations when you need to to ask for something or make a little polite request. In this lesson, you’ll learn how […]
Continue readingFrench Words and Phrases Related to Time and Duration
Let’s talk about TIME. There is a huge list of words and topics about time but today, we’ll be narrowing it down and only talk about French words and phrases related to time. If you are looking for a lesson on how to tell time in French, it’s another topic for another day. But you […]
Continue reading120 Common French Adverbs to Add to Your Vocabulary
Adverbs play a vital role in sentences. It modifies verbs and adjectives and adds the necessary detail to help you fully understand a certain conversation point.If you need a bit more of background on French adverbs, head over to this Simple Guide to French Adverbs to review what adverbs are, the different types, how they are formed, […]
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide For Intermediate Level French Learners
Have you just made the jump to intermediate French? Or are you stuck on the intermediate level for quite some time with no immediate signs of moving on to the next?Regardless of which one you are, read up because this guide is especially created for you. Quick Navigation I. What is expected of you when […]
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide to French Politeness and Niceties
Whether you would simply like to avoid embarrassment when you’re with French people or you have loftier goals of becoming a shining example of politeness and courtesy when you’re in France, this ultimate guide to French politeness is what you’re looking for. Here’s What You’ll Learn (Click for Quick Navigation): I. How polite are the […]
Continue reading40 Essential French Phrases to Master Before You Head Off to France
Travelling to France soon? Sounds great! France continues to be high up on a lot of people’s list of places to visit, and I’m thrilled that you’re planning a trip. Whether you’ll be staying in France for just a few days or for several weeks, you’ll need to brush up on some essential travel phrases. […]
Continue readingDo You Know the Very Basic French Travel Phrases?
Travelling in France can become exponentially more enjoyable if you know at least the bare minimum of French travel phrases. Do you already know the very basic phrases you need to get by on your vacation in France? Test yourself with this short quiz!
Continue readingQuiz: How Well Do You Know French Slang?
Put your French slang to the test with this short quiz!
Continue readingLet’s Hit the Road! 35 French Words Related to Bus and Transport
Buses are a convenient way to travel and they’ll get you comfortably wherever you need to be. If you’re travelling in France and need to brush up on transportation-related words, or if you’re learning vocabulary by theme, here is a list of French words related to taking the bus. Travelling to France? You’ll need this […]
Continue readingOnly Serious French Learners Can Pass This Idioms Quiz
Are you serious enough with your French lessons to pass this idioms test? Don’t forget to share your results!
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