What to know about the French phrase “Mais pourquoi”

Mais pourquoi is “But why” in French. But why?  Let’s look at the words that make up Mais pourquoi, and how to use this phrase. What does Mais pourquoi mean? Mais pourquoi means “But why” in French. As you may know already, mais usually means “but” and pourquoi means “why”. This means that mais pourquoi can be translated …

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How to learn French Fast: 15 Proven Tips

Learning French isn’t easy. I’ve been a fluent French speaker for a long time, but I’ve never forgotten how challenging learning French was. Along the way, I learned some lessons and discovered some strategies that helped me with everything from studying, to self-esteem (a crucial part of learning just about anything). If you’re looking for …

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How to talk about nationalities in French

It’s pretty easy to talk about your nationality, or nationalities in general, in French. But there are a few important rules and nuances to be aware of. Let’s take an in-depth look at how to talk about nationalities in French! How to talk about nationalities in French The most important rule for talking about nationalities …

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Duolingo French review: The good, the bad and the ugly

Duolingo is one of the most popular language learning apps – but can it genuinely help you become fluent? To find out, I’ve spent the past few days completing interactive lessons and testing the well-known app for different levels of French. Here’s what I’ve discovered about Duolingo French and how it compares with our very …

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How to use “jamais”: The essential guide

Jamais usually means “never” in French, but when used a certain way, it can mean “ever” instead. Let’s learn about how to use jamais, so that you’re never unsure of yourself when it comes to this common and useful French word! The different ways to use jamais Jamais usually means “never” in French, although sometimes it can …

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