You may have heard that France has universal healthcare, but there are some other things about healthcare in France that might surprise you. One of those is how to say “doctor” in French! Starting …
Bien and Beyond: How to Say “Well” in French
Well, well, well…you want to learn how to say “well” in French? You’re in luck! Whether you’re talking about a general sense of wellbeing, something being done in a good way, or a degree of …
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Voler: A Mild-Mannered French Verb with an Exciting Double Life
On the surface, the French verb voler is simple and straightforward. It’s a regular verb that doesn’t bend the rules in any way. But when it comes to what it means, that’s when you discover …
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How to Use the French Verb Créer (And Understand All Its Nuances)
At a glance, the French verb créer looks pretty creative, with its little accent like a beret jauntily perched on an artist’s head. This may make it seem complex and complicated. But while créer can …
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The Local’s Guide to Enjoying and Talking About the French Summer
France has four seasons: spring (le printemps), summer (l’été), autumn (l’automne), and winter (l’hiver), and each one has its own significance in French culture and everyday life. While we …
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The Mouth-Watering Guide to French Crepes (And How to Make Them)
Crepes are one of the foods that people associate with France. And they’re not wrong. There are about 4,000 crêperies (crepe restaurants or crepe stands) in France today, and the yummy treats have a …
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