Quick French lesson: Les aoûtiens
Every now and then, the French language tickles me when I come across a fun-to-pronounce word or a word that’s just delightful to my ear. The other day, Tom and I were watching a news problem…| Oui In France
Every now and then, the French language tickles me when I come across a fun-to-pronounce word or a word that’s just delightful to my ear. The other day, Tom and I were watching a news problem…| Oui In France
These pesky French cheek kisses are the norm but as an outsider, sometimes you’ll just be confused… and rightfully so. They ARE confusing. Here’s a video explaining it all.| Oui In France
Embarking on the journey of French fluency is an adventure worth taking, but it’s not without its challenges. If you’ve been at it long enough, you’ve definitely felt bored or unmotivated at …| Oui In France
When visiting France, one of the first things you’ll notice after interacting with shopkeepers, cashiers and pretty much anyone is that you’ll be bombarded with hellos, thank yous, have…| Oui In France
Let me start with a story that I don’t think I’ve ever shared here. Several years before I moved to France, an older, well-traveled friend warned me about the French. I had plans to go …| Oui In France
Curious about the meaning of bonjour? You don’t have to spend more than a couple of days in France to notice that bonjour is said all the time and for good reason. A simple hello is the magic…| Oui In France
75 Beginner France Travel Tips for a Standout Trip Bonjour, tout le monde! I’m so excited to launch my eGuide titled “75 Beginner France Travel Tips for a Standout Trip.” The down…| Oui In France
One of my readers left a comment that got me thinking. Julie wrote, “What is it about France that allows us to slow down and really appreciate the smaller things in life? I find I get excited…| Oui In France
I’m a big fan of making pros and cons lists. When I’m grappling with a decision, I’ve been known to whip out a notebook, make two columns, and list out as many pros and cons as po…| Oui In France
Moving to France has been one of my best life decisions… and also the one where I’ve made the most mistakes. From adapting to French culture to figuring out simple grocery shopping, I’d like …| Oui In France
Numbers are supposed to be universal, right? They’re the language of math and that transcends language. Easy peasy. Well, that’s what I thought until I moved to France and found myself surprised by…| Oui In France
In a perfect world, we’d move to France, study French a little bit, magically just “pick up” the language by being immersed in it, and then speak perfect French two weeks later ju…| Oui In France
