How I Integrated Games into Teaching French to My Kid
Playing is the best way to integrate French and not see it as a constraint anymore. The first times Alice spontaneously spoke in French were during a game. The first…
How I Made My Kid Start Speaking French at Home: Our Language Journey
How I Made My Kid Start Speaking French at Home Living in Korea, disconnected from the French language, my daughter "Alice" (a pseudonym to protect her privacy) has always had…
Mastering French Everyday Speech: Key Phrases for Casual Conversations
The French language, known for its beautiful expressions and intriguing complexities, can appear daunting to language learners. However, incorporating a handful of straightforward, everyday phrases can significantly enhance your casual…
Mastering All the Uses of the Subjunctive in French
The subjunctive is a verbal mode that allows expressing an uncertain, virtual, desired, unbelievable or doubtful action. It is used in several cases in the French language.Connected article: The logic…
The Logic Behind the French Subjunctive
The subjunctive mood in French, also known as subjonctif, can be quite a pain to use. Not only is its conjugation tricky, especially for irregular verbs, but the fact is…
Say it Right: How to Choose Between ‘Bien’ and ‘Bon’?
Wondering how to say "good" in French? Is it "bien" or "bon"? Is "bien" an adjective or an adverb? Why do we say "Un bon film" but "Le film est…
Uncovering the Hidden Gem of Paris: Canal Saint Martin, the Perfect Spot to “Refaire Le Monde”
Carl Campbell/Unsplash Canal Saint Martin is one of Paris' best-kept secrets, a hidden gem that locals love but tourists often overlook. This charming canal is the perfect spot to relax,…
Adjectives Formed from Past and Present Participles in French
Adjectives play an important role in the French language, and they are often used to describe nouns or pronouns. Two common types of French adjectives are those formed from the…
What’s the difference between “Encore” and “Toujours” in French?
When it comes to the French language, it can be a challenge to distinguish between words that seem similar in meaning. Two such words are "encore" and "toujours", which both…
The Many Meanings of Arriver in French: Beyond Just “Arriving
You may think you have a good handle on the meaning of the French verb "arriver" – after all, it's often translated as "to arrive" in English. But the truth…