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As a whole, the French aren’t the most superstitious of people. Whenever I warn my son not to open an umbrella in the house, or sprinkle some salt over my shoulder, my French husband rolls his eyes …
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I often look at the massive Harper Collins Robert Fifth Edition unabridged French-English/English-French Dictionary that sits on my bookshelves.Not just in it, but at it. The dictionary represents …
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Do you want to learn French while you are on the move, working out or washing dishes? Then podcasts are the best learning tool for you.Whether you are just getting started learning French or would …
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As a dramatic person, I often get a bit carried away when something bad, frustrating, or even simply surprising happens. But under the same circumstances, I’ve seen many French people shrug and say …
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Ask just about anyone how to say “Hello” in French, and they’ll know. Bonjour is one of the most famous greetings in the world. Regardless of what language you watch it in, the untranslated word is …
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French humor is a funny thing. Okay, I started this article with a lame play on words – but I promise that (this time), it’s on purpose.You see, when it comes to French humor in general, there’s a …
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