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french new wave cinema

Mar 16, 2023

What is the French New Wave?

France is the birthplace of cinema. It all began in 1895 when the Lumière brothers first projected moving images to...
tourists at sunset in front of saint michel in one of the 13 french reagions

Mar 16, 2023

Discover the 13 French regions

Have you ever asked your French tutor where in France they come from? If you do, you may soon embark...
Woman in front of the Eiffel tour, learning 9 untranslatable French words

Mar 16, 2023

9 untranslatable French words you need to learn

Sometimes a word is so connected to a national concept or tradition it cannot be properly translated into another language....
A girl thinking if french people are really rude, not being too polite herself.

Mar 15, 2023

Are French people really rude?

The alleged rudeness of French people is undoubtedly one of their most enduring stereotypes, but is there any truth to...
A landscape of someone living in france would see from their window

Mar 15, 2023

Living in France: 6 pros and cons

Many people dream of living in France to fully experience its beautiful landscapes, incredible cuisine and idyllic lifestyle. While the...
A hiker in the Swiss mountains as a representation of bank holidays in Switzerland

Mar 06, 2023

What are the bank holidays in Switzerland?

Whether you already live in Switzerland or plan to move there, it helps to know when the Swiss bank holidays...
A couple receiving the key to their house they buy in Switzerland

Feb 28, 2023

How to buy a house in Switzerland: Everything you need to know

Buying a house in Switzerland is an ambitious undertaking, which is why expatriates living in this Alpine country usually start...
Young woman in Paris holding a French flag

Feb 21, 2023

The history of the French flag: Your guide to le Tricolore

The national flag of France, also known as le Tricolore, is one of the most iconic flags in the world....
Female traveller next to a Lisbon tram wondering about the cost of living in Europe

Feb 17, 2023

What’s the cost of living in Europe? 

Are you thinking of moving to Europe? Do you dream of spending a month practicing French in Paris, or a...
Celebrating a French wedding

Feb 10, 2023

A guide to French wedding traditions 

Weddings are a wonderful occasion that celebrates the union of two people and brings together two families. While many cultures...
Young woman doing French street art

Feb 07, 2023

French street art: 5 artists you should know 

France is a country that offers many wonders, from delicious food and wine to stunning landscapes and architecture. But perhaps...
Couple watching a talk show in French

Feb 07, 2023

The 5 best talk shows in French for language learners

If you like to unwind by watching films or television, we have good news: Visual storytelling mediums offer a great...