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Here you’ll find articles on all things French, from grammar, vocabulary and tips & tricks to art, culture and gastronomy.

What is the examen civique?

Posted on by Josh in the french test, misc. category

How to prepare for France's citizenship test

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What does 'voilà' mean in French?

Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary category

Learn how to use and pronounce voilà

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French loanwords used in English

Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary category

Spice up your vocabulary with these loanwords from French

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How to say 'Happy Valentine's Day' in French

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Discover how Valentine's Day is celebrated in France

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How to understand TEF Canada scores

Posted on by Josh in the tef category

Learn 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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How to say 'You're welcome' in French

Posted on by Josh in the vocabulary category

There's more than just one way

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Everything you need to know before moving to France

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

From paperwork to getting a visa

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French contractions and elisions

Posted on by Josh in the french grammar category

Learn about the most common contractions and elisions in French

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French cognates

Posted on by Josh in the french grammar category

Commonly used French words that are the same as - or similar to - their equivalents in English

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Personal pronouns in French

Posted on by Josh in the learning french, french grammar category

Discover the different French personal pronouns and how they're used

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