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How hard is French for English Speakers

December 19, 2019 by Dana Hooshmand

Analysing how hard it is for English speakers to learn French, looking at grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.… Read More

France | Travel

Arabic & Middle Eastern Restaurants in Paris

Our favourite kebabs, falafel, tajines, and koubideh of the City of Lights.… Read More

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France | French | Languages | Travel

All the Best French Movies on Netflix

A selection of the best French movies on Netflix — all a little untraditional, all great.… Read More

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French vs. Spanish — Similarities and Differences

All the similarities and differences between French and Spanish: vocabulary, core grammar, pronunciation, geographic spread, and a discussion of whether you should learn French or Spanish.… Read More

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France | French | Languages | Travel

Casual vs Standard/Formal French: The Differences

A quick overview of the difference between casual French you learn from friends, and the formal French you learn from school and books.… Read More

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Remembering French in a New France

How France and I evolved in the 16 years since we crossed paths — not in the same directions.… Read More