French
A Simple Guide To The Complex Topic Of Gender-Neutral Pronouns
The singular “they” is now recognized by leading dictionaries and style guides in English. What about in other languages?
Crossword: How Much Do You Know About The French Language?
Left, right, up, down — there’s no wrong way to practice French.
How To Tell The Time In French
There are few things more important to know about (and few things more fun to say) than l’heure du jour.
Introducing Philippe Besson’s ‘Lie With Me’
A French novella about young love and discovering who you are.
Beirut: A Trilingual City Of Beautiful Contradictions
Talking about the language of Beirut is a tricky thing — not only because there are actually three of them, but because they’re intimately tied to the city’s diverging cultures.
How Many People Speak French, And Where Is It Spoken?
Did you know that French is one of the fastest growing languages in the world and that about half of all French speakers live in Africa? Read on to discover more about the far reaches of the French language.
Quiz: Do You Know The Days Of The Week In French?
How sharp are you on your knowledge of the French weekdays? Take this quiz to see how well you stack up.
The Differences Between French And Martinique’s French Creole
French may be the official language of Martinique but the Martinicans’ mother-tongue is Martinican Creole, a language largely based on French but totally incomprehensible by ‘les Métropolitains’ in mainland France.
How To Be Passive-Aggressive In Other Languages
It’s nothing. No, really. It’s fine.
Why Does French Have So Many Unpronounced Letters?
Ever struggled with French pronunciation? We explore why French spelling and speaking don’t match up, and how you can learn to live with that.
How To Talk About Transportation In French
When you visit Paris, don’t get lost on the way to the Louvre! These words and phrases about transportation in French will help you get around.
31 English Words That Are Actually French
It’s estimated that 30% of English words come from French, but you probably wouldn’t recognize most of them. Here are our favorite English words with surprising French origins.
How To Talk About Food And Drink In French
Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal in any French-speaking country by learning to name and pronounce these French food words.
How To Talk About The Weather In French
If you want to make small talk in a new language, there’s one conversation topic of choice: the weather!
