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La vie is the most common way to say “life” in French. But just like in English, there are many other words and expressions that capture different facets of lif...
Bien sûr is probably the first way you learned to say “of course” in French. But did you know there are many other ways to express this common phrase? As you be...
Want to express ability, possibility, or permission in French? The verb "pouvoir" (to be able to, can) is your go-to, but just like in English, there are many n...
Ah, the feeling of obligation! Whether it's something you absolutely have to do, or a strong recommendation, expressing "I must" is a crucial part of daily conv...
Feeling a strong desire or a pressing necessity? Expressing what you 'need' is fundamental in any language, and French is no exception. While 'J'ai besoin de......
When you want to state that something isn't true in French, 'C'est faux' is likely the first phrase that comes to mind. While perfectly valid, the French langua...
"C'est vrai" is probably the first phrase that comes to mind when you want to say "it is true" in French. But, as with any language, there are many nuances and ...
“What happened?” is a question we ask all the time, whether we're curious about a friend's day or trying to understand a situation. In French, just like in Engl...
When you're speaking French, you'll often find yourself needing to tell someone to 'be careful'. While there's a common go-to phrase, did you know there are man...
Imagine you're in a bustling French market and you see someone about to trip, or perhaps you're just trying to get a friend's attention quickly. How do you say ...
Want to invite someone closer in French? While "Venez ici" is a direct translation for "come here," it's not always the most natural or appropriate phrase. Just...