From 'bonjour v. salut' to 'désolé v. pardon' the French language has many pairs of phrases that mean basically the same thing, but have important differences in context, tone and formality. Here are ...

Graisser la patte - roughly pronounced greh-say lah pat - directly translates as ‘to grease the paw’, though it really means to bribe someone or to offer a bribe. However, if heard aloud, you might be ...

A handy list of links to resources for teaching common expressions Stage 1: Taking a taxi. Grammar Tip: Basic greetings and farewells. Stage 4: Getting your bearings. Grammar Tip: Questions and ...

Bonjour, language enthusiasts, and Gen Z trendsetters! French, a language known for its beauty, elegance, and undeniable class, is also rich in idiomatic expressions that add color to everyday ...

French, as romantic as it is, can be a challenging language to learn if you only have two weeks to go before your trip to Paris. Upon arrival, you can probably get by speaking English, but that ...