Our primary goal here at LingoCulture is to help French learners master different aspects of the language. In addition, since many of our students strive to feel at ease in France, we also make a Keep reading...
Alors on Danse: Lyrics in French and English, with explanations
We love using music to learn French here at LingoCulture, so we have a whole series of blog posts that look specifically at well-known French songs. Today we’ll cover a popular dance hit by Belgian Keep reading...
The Alouette Song: Meaning and lyrics in French and English
Some songs transcend time, space, and even language, just like the Alouette song. This catchy traditional French-Canadian tune is often sung as a children’s lullaby, characterized by its playful melody and repetitive lyrics. It’s also Keep reading...
A certain je ne sais quoi: The secrets of this enigmatic expression
A certain je ne sais quoi: Meaning and uses of this enigmatic expression Have you ever heard someone say that something has a certain je ne sais quoi? Or perhaps you’ve even heard this French Keep reading...
Joie de Vivre vs Métro, Boulot, Dodo: French outlooks on life
The French are known for their laid-back lifestyle, where simple pleasures readily take precedence over mundane obligations. This outlook is summed up well in the French expression joie de vivre, meaning literally joy of living. Keep reading...
La bise: Our guide to French kissing culture
Are you confused by French greeting kisses? From saying hello using la bise, to full-on tongue kissing, we’ll fill you in on how things work in our French kissing culture! We’ll focus today’s post on Keep reading...
Zut Alors! The charming French exclamation you’ll love to use
If you’ve been studying French for long, you’ve likely come across some delightful phrases and wondered what they meant. Today we’re introducing one such gem: Zut alors! This whimsical expression is a window into the Keep reading...
Bon Appétit! Exploring French Dining Etiquette
When dining in France or in the company of French speakers, you’ve likely encountered the phrase Bon appétit! This expression, resonant with warmth and sophistication, is a staple of French dining culture. But what does bon Keep reading...
Happy New Year in French: All about the French New Year holiday
It’s the holiday season, so in this post we’ll be talking all about French New Year’s festivities. We’ll look at how we refer to this holiday, we’ll see how the French tend to celebrate, we’ll Keep reading...
French love quotes: 30 sweet sayings about love
French literature is a treasure trove of quotes on love, so in today’s post we put the spotlight on some of the best French love quotes we could find. Not all French stereotypes are accurate, but Keep reading...