La Saint-Valentin : Valentine’s Day

La Saint-Valentin : History and celebration of “la fête des amoureux” in France Valentine’s Day, February 14, is considered the day of lovers and friendship in many countries. Couples take the opportunity to exchange sweet words and gifts as proof of love as well as red roses which are the emblem of passion. History of La Saint- Valentine :   The real origin of this holiday is attested in the fourteenth century in still Catholic Great Britain where […]

Top 5 Sports in France

Sports in France have always remained popular. One of the most widely televised sporting event is Tour de France. Equally popular sports are Football and Basketball. The top 5 sports curated here hold a special place in French society. Here are the top 5 sports in France: Cycling – Le cyclisme  France is known for hosting the Tour de France. […]

10 romans à lire pour apprendre le français

La lecture est l’un des moyens les plus efficaces d’améliorer vos compétences linguistiques. Cependant, je dois ajouter que la persévérance est ce qui sépare les étudiants les plus performants. Trouvez une habitude de langage que vous pouvez suivre même lorsque vous êtes malade. Comment essayez- vous d’améliorer le français?  Par exemple, lire un roman. C’est l’une des manières les plus […]

French Christmas Traditions

Christmas is celebrated all over the world. Christmas traditions vary in every country. Although the most Christmassy things everywhere are the desserts, wine, Christmas tree and the gifts.  France however has some different and unique traditions when it is about celebrating the Christmas.   Merry Christmas! – Joyeux Noël!   Christmas tree – Le sapin de Noël  A Christmas tree is usually an evergreen conifer such as pine or fir and sometimes […]