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How to tell the time in French

Posted on by Josh in the learning french category

Learn about numbers, times of day and the different positions on the clock

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French false friends to watch out for

Posted on by Josh in the learning french category

These words might not mean what you think they mean

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If you speak these languages, you should learn French

Posted on by Josh in the learning french category

...but you should still learn French even if you don't!

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La Grande Odyssée sled race

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

The annual dog sled race is in its 20th year

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La Fête des Rois

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Learn how the Epiphany is celebrated in France

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Saint Stephen's Day in France

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Do you know where and when this public holiday is celebrated?

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How Christmas is celebrated around the Francophonie

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Discover the festive traditions of different French-speaking countries from around the world

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How much do the French spend at Christmas?

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

And how does it compare with previous years?

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Les treize desserts de Noël

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Discover all the sweet treats eaten in France on Christmas Eve

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Aix-en-Provence in review

Posted on by Alexa in the updates category

In October, a group of French learners met with Alexa for a special guest immersion programme in Aix-en-Provence. Read all about it

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