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Here you’ll find articles on all things French, from grammar, vocabulary and tips & tricks to art, culture and gastronomy.
Is French hard to learn for English speakers?
Posted on by Josh in the learning french, frequently asked questions categoryIt's easier than you might think!
Read the blog'Jail' or 'Gaol'? The French origins of English doublets
Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary, history categoryLearn why English has so many similar-sounding synonyms, and what it has to do with the French language
Read the blogWhich French universities participate in the Erasmus programme?
Posted on by Josh in the french culture, news categoryBritish university students will soon be able to take part in Erasmus
Read the blogThe top French baby names for 2026
Posted on by Josh in the french culture categoryDiscover the most popular names in France
Read the blogLe goûter
Posted on by Josh in the french culture, french food categoryWhat is Le Goûter - and when is it eaten?
Read the blogWhat is the examen civique?
Posted on by Josh in the french test, misc. categoryHow to prepare for France's citizenship test
Read the blogWhat does 'voilà' mean in French?
Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary categoryLearn how to use and pronounce voilà
Read the blogFrench loanwords used in English
Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary categorySpice up your vocabulary with these loanwords from French
Read the blogHow to say 'Happy Valentine's Day' in French
Posted on by Josh in the french culture categoryDiscover how Valentine's Day is celebrated in France
Read the blogHow to understand TEF Canada scores
Posted on by Josh in the tef categoryLearn how many points you need to score for each NCLC and CEFR level, as well as for different entry schemes to Canada
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