Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: unlocking slang for money talk Talking about money is somewhat taboo in France - but slang expressions for it abound
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does sursis mean and when is it used? The word was heard in the recent court case involving actor Gérard Depardieu
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Ça crame and other phrases for when the weather is too hot Discover different ways to describe the heat in French
magazine Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of manger les pissenlits par la racine A deadly dandelion saying
Five films and TV shows to improve your French during the August grandes vacances From summer thrillers to lockdown throwbacks, there is something for everyone this month
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: mes pensées t'accompagnent and other ways of expressing condolences Find inspiration for writing sympathy messages
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what is the difference between la mer and l’océan? Understand which words people in France use to talk about the shore
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of 22 v’la les flics and other police terms Hearing the number 22 when in France may suggest the police are nearby
Who do the new French language tests changes affect - and from when? Use our handy graphic to see if this applies to you
France’s summer holiday habits: more aoûtiens than juilletistes We look at when and where the French are going on holiday this year
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say il y a anguille sous roche? Find out which Franco-American celebrity used this phrase in a TV interview
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say entre chien et loup? Use this saying to describe the moment after sunset
Eight examples of French romanticising everyday language From death and black eyes to cooking and moving forward, French has a way of romanticising life
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: do acronyms confuse or simplify language learning? We look at common sigles that you might come across in France
5 podcasts to improve your French this summer Listening is one of the most important language skills to grasp and podcasts are a great tool
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: vocabulary to use at a medical appointment in France Practise key health phrases and vocabulary in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: rouler en chasse-patate and more Tour de France expressions The 100-year-old annual bicycle race has long-standing traditions and even its own vocabulary
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does fou rire mean and when should it be used? A funny phrase for when you cannot suppress your laughter
Try these tips for learning French when you are in your fifties Columnist Cynthia Spillman’s husband failed O-level French twice but then passed his GCSE and AS-level aged 52 - she shares the tips that helped him become more fluent
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: jouer à l’oreille and more musical phrases Fine-tune your music-themed vocabulary for the fête de la musique on June 21
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: vocabulary to use at the post office in France Practise key post-office phrases and vocabulary in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Ça tape and nine other expressions for hot weather From a 'lead sun' to 'swimming' in sweat, here are some phrases to use as the temperature soars across France
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does quelconque mean and when should it be used? An adjective to describe something ordinary or insignificant
Taf: what does this common little word mean (it is actually an acronym) When to use the acronym for 'travail à faire', or 'work to do'
French translations can be delightful... when done wrong Columnist Nick Inman looks at author Mark Twain's humorous take on French translation
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: how to tell the time in France O’clock, half past, noon… Practise key time phrases and vocabulary in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Five fun ways to make a decision in France From chifumi to chou-fleur... do you know the French equivalent to 'rock, paper, scissors'?
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: can you guess the film behind these translated titles? Paris' Nuit Blanche 2025 shines a spotlight on cinema – here we look at the some of the surprising choices for translations of film names
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: tips for speaking to a mechanic in France Practise key phrases and vocabulary for taking your car to the garage, in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: why do we say le vent d’autan rend fou? Plus, more ways to describe madness when in France
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: How to introduce yourself to a stranger in France Practise key phrases and vocabulary for meeting new people, in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of c’est le serpent qui se mord la queue Use this phrase when you find yourself in a catch-22
La Fête des Mères: 10 French expressions about mothers 'Mamie-gâteau', ‘mère courage’... we share some of our favourite mum-themed words and phrases
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Chapeau if you know these 10 clothing-themed phrases Porter le chapeau, prendre une veste, lâcher les baskets, and more...
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: How to write a cheque in France Practise spelling-out numbers in this practical French lesson from the Little Language School
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: understanding three words originating from Marseille Have you ever heard someone say tarpin, gâté or tanquer?
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: nouns that even native speakers commonly misgender ‘The struggle is real’, says our French writer Théophile Larcher - see if you can score higher than him in our mini quiz
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say avoir le compas dans l'Å“il? Say this to describe someone with good visual judgement of size or distance
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of faire le mariole Acting the goat or fooling around, we explore the French phrase to describe the class clown
Tested for you: Google’s free AI personalised French lessons The ‘experimental’ Little Language Lessons platform generates exercises and vocab guides - but failed to woo our writer
Citizenship: Are spouses of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» affected by tougher language test rule? Minister cleared up confusion in circular sent to prefectures
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of être dans la force de l’âge A saying to describe being in the prime of life
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does recevoir une note salée mean and when should it be used? A salty saying for inflated expenses
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say qui se ressemble s’assemble? This rhyming expression is all about highlighting similarities between people
Spelling and pronunciation make odd bedfellows in English as in French Here are some tips to navigate common quirks
Curiosities of the French language: The jolly month of mai The French word for the fifth month of the year shares its pronunciation with several common words
Why your accent should not hold you back when speaking French Columnist Nick Inman notes that some Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» are harsh judges of foreign speakers
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does sacquer mean and when should it be used? You may be able to guess one of the meanings behind this informal term that sounds just like an English equivalent
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Have you ever dreamt in your target language? From passive listening to active speaking, dreaming in French can indicate you are regularly practicing it
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does fastoche mean and when should it be used? Plus, can you guess the meaning behind more simple slang terms ending in -oche
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say montrer patte blanche? A French fairytale phrase for trustworthiness
Obligatory language tests for French residency: Differences between TEF and TCF We speak to an official language assessment centre about why candidates may prefer the more modern and flexible TEF exam
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does pile-poil mean and when should it be used? Plus, find out how to pronounce this precise phrase
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: four expressions featuring fil The word is used in a springtime saying that comes with a weather warning
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: understanding 'backwards' abbreviations The penchant for shortening long terms makes the language even harder for foreigners to understand
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of gratin Understand the etymological roots of this beloved dish with a crispy, cheesy topping
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does comme par hasard mean and when should it be used? A sarcastic saying to describe something unsurprising or coincidental
Can you master these 10 French tongue twisters? As well as being a fun party trick, these can help you master pronunciation of difficult sounds
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what is the difference between tout compris and tout inclus? How to avoid costly ‘all-inclusive’ surprises
Three fun fromage phrases for France’s national cheese day Today (Thursday, March 27) is la journée nationale du fromage
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of ça me fait une belle jambe A sarcastic saying to suggest something is unimportant or irrelevant
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say racler les fonds de tiroir? An expression for when funds are running desperately low
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of tenir au jus A juicy saying for when you want to be kept in the loop
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say de fil en aiguille? An expression to reflect a gradual progression
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: helpful vocabulary for finding an artisan in France Hiring artisans can be costly... use these essential terms to navigate the process effectively
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say mettre la main à la pâte? This French phrase has little to do with pâte or dough and is useful when you need to ‘get stuck into' a task
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does top départ mean and when should it be used? A handy phrase to indicate that an event is underway
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: five short talk radio shows to improve your language skills Improve your French comprehension with these quick, insightful broadcasts that can also be listened to as podcasts
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say être bien dans ses baskets? Watch out for false friends in this saying about self-confidence
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say avoir la boule au ventre? A phrase for when you are feeling stressed or nervous
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does que dalle mean and when should it be used? Level-up your casual French by using this term instead of rien
