Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir is probably one of the most famous sentences in French, but is it really that French? Popularized by American writers and singers, that pretty straightforward invitation is everything but correct. Not from a grammatical point Keep reading...
To Want in French: How to use the verb Vouloir in French
The French verb vouloir is one of the most common verbs in the language. As it expresses intentions, wills, and desires, vouloir in French is usually translated into English as to want or to wish. In this post, Keep reading...
C’est vs Il est: How to choose the right option every time
How do we say it is in French? In fact, there are two fundamental French expressions that both translate into English as it is: c’est and il est. But although both of these expressions generally translate the Keep reading...
French possessive adjectives: The complete guide
If you’re tackling the challenge of speaking French, then getting to grips with how to express ownership is a must. You can do that by using different words such as possessive adjectives, possessive pronouns, the Keep reading...
Tout de suite: A detailed explanation of this common French expression
Today, let’s take a close look at the French expression tout de suite. In English, it means right away or immediately, and understanding its nuances is essential if you want to communicate accurately in the language. Keep reading...
Every C’est La Vie Song: 40 videos, from Chuck Berry to Zaz
Ok, so normally here at LingoCulture our focus is helping people learn French. So what’s the story behind today’s post where we review every c’est la vie song we could track down on YouTube? Well, in addition to Keep reading...
Ce, Cet, Cette, Ces: A guide to the demonstrative adjectives in French
In this post, you will become familiar with ce, cet, cette, ces – the four demonstrative adjectives used in everyday French conversation. We will cover when and how to use them so that by the Keep reading...
Weather expressions in French: Exploring French weather vocabulary
Have you ever found yourself in a situation needing to make small talk about the weather? How about needing to know the forecast for the next day? We’ve got you covered! In this post, we’ll Keep reading...
Colors in French: A beginner’s guide to describing the rainbow in French
Colors are an integral part of descriptive language, and the colors in French are no exception. Whether you want to describe someone’s eyes, play “I spy,” or simply add more detailed language to your vocabulary, Keep reading...
Cheers in French: Essential expressions to ace Le Happy Hour
The workday is over, and it’s time to go meet some friends for a drink or two at the local terrasse. With every round, and every new arrival, you’d better be prepared to raise your Keep reading...