Did you know that reflexive verbs do exist in English, but they are not as commonly used as they are in French. In English, reflexive verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun “self” (singular) or “selves” (plural) to the end of a verb....
Bonjour mes amis Francophiles! There are several reasons why French can be tricky to pronounce for English speakers: 1. French has a complex set of pronunciation rules that can be difficult for English speakers to learn. For example, French has many silent letters,...
Bonjour, mes chers apprenants en français! Let’s be honest that it can be hard for learners to hear and understand spoken French with shortened forms and contractions due to the fact that they don’t match what the words look like on paper. You may be more familiar...
When learning French you may need to know how to react to good news in a variety of situations, including personal, academic, or professional contexts. For example: • A friend tells you they just got engaged, or a family member shares that they are expecting a baby....
Having a few conversation starters up your sleeve whatever your level can be essential for several reasons, especially if conversing in French is daunting to you as a learner. Firstly, conversation starters can help ease you into a conversation. If you’re...
As you start your French language learning journey, you’ll discover French cognates and how they can be a little tricky to spot, especially for beginners, but they’re a great way to build your vocabulary quickly and easily. For example, take the word “a...
