Conjunctions are useful, high-frequency words that can be used to link two clauses together. They can be used to make lists, give options, or express contrary ideas. Conjunctions are used just as frequently in French as they are in English. Learning the most commonly-used French conjunctions is essential for gaining Keep reading...
Le, La, L’, Les, Un, Une, Des: A beginner’s guide to the French articles
What is a French article? Articles are important elements of French grammar, enabling us to indicate some level of specifics to nouns. In this post we’ll examine the three different types of French articles, and go over how to use all of them! This article is brought to you by LingoCulture, Keep reading...
Telling Time in French: Quelle Heure Est-il?
One of the most important aspects of learning any language is being able to ask and tell the time. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell the time in French, you’ll discover all you need right here. We’ll cover how to ask the time in French, how to say when Keep reading...
Ça va bien? Ten more expressions to ask “How are you?” in French
“Comment ça va ?” is one of the first phrases French learners start using, and it remains one of the most common expressions used among native speakers. But what about other options for asking “How are you?” in French? In this post we’ll introduce you to ten more expressions so Keep reading...
Joyeux Anniversaire: How to Say Happy Birthday in French
It’s one thing to find out it’s your friend’s birthday. It’s quite another to think you’d get away without wishing them a happy birthday. And if your friend speaks French, then it would certainly be nicer if you knew how to say Happy Birthday in French! In this post we’ll Keep reading...
The French Infinitive: How to recognize and use the basic verb form
Infinitives are the basic form in which verbs occur and can be found in both French and English. The French infinitive is always a single word, whereas in English the infinitive is composed of two words always beginning with “to” (to sleep, to swim, etc). When we consider French infinitives, Keep reading...
How Are You In French? – 10 Different Phrases To Strike Up Conversation
If you want to make any kind of connection with a French speaker, asking “how are you” is a good way to start a conversation. You are probably familiar with the struggle around the French formality and using ‘tu’ (you informal) or ‘Vous’ (you formal) is still confusing for you. Keep reading...