To put it mildly, it is common knowledge that the French take a great deal of pride in their own tongue. If you make the error of speaking English to a French person, they will enthusiastically encourage you to learn how to speak French. Why not hop on this French-pride bandwagon and study right from…
Why bother learning French when there are so many other languages you could study? To tell you the truth, there are a myriad of explanations. Learning this Romance language will most certainly make your life better because of its aesthetic and practical qualities. There are so many advantages to learning a foreign language that we…
Some say that the beauty of the human species lies in the fact that we are so alike and yet so different from each other at the same time. This is evident in cultural traditions like religious ceremonies, culinary heritage, ritual celebrations and more. The differences in language may be the most evident of all…
Why You Should Learn French Abroad Those who have a knack for language or a passion for culture and want to speak like a local when they visit places should consider learning the language while on site. There’s only so much one can learn from a textbook and repetition of the vocabulary and sentence structure…
Learning a new language can be quite scary. However, it is possible to learn a language for free. First, you must have a vision. Ask yourself, what is your vision for learning a foreign language? My vision for learning French was to be able to learn more about my roots. I didn’t feel like I…
If you are planning a trip to France, learning a few phrases to help you get around is not a bad idea. The French love it when you try to communicate with them in their language. Basic Conversation 1. Bonjour! (Good morning, hello) 2. Madame/Monsieur/Mademoiselle (Mrs. /Mr. /Miss) 3. Je ne parle pas français. (I…
It can be difficult for students to determine where to learn French. Most students seeking to learn French are always looking for the best places to go. Students often find themselves romanticizing the idea of learning French in Paris. Although strolling along the Champs-Élysées, visiting The Louvre, and shopping at Galerie de Lafayette are great…
French Culture: How To Enjoy Life “Stillness is our most intense mode of action. It is in our moments of deep quiet that is born every idea,emotion, and drive which we eventually honor with the name of action. We reach highest in meditation,and farthest in prayer. In stillness every human being is great.” Leonard Bernstein…
Are you wondering how to learn a foreign language? Learning a second language can be a daunting task. If you are lucky enough to have bilingual parents or attended a school that taught second languages, that’s great. But what if you are older now and interested in learning a second language? The good news is…
“The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready.” Henry David Thoreau I wasn’t too keen on the idea of solo traveling until I took one myself. Although sometimes it’s good to have a companion but once in awhile a solo trip is…
