French the natural way: discover the power of taking notes

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C’est la rentrée ! It’s back to school (or work) in France. This phrase is commonly used in French to refer to the time when people return to school or work after summer vacation. Because, you know, les vacances, c’est sacré !

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French the natural way: how writing prepares you for fluent speaking

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I hope you are enjoying l’été, summer time! I love this time of the year because as some of you may know already, I am a frileuse. This French word cannot really be translated in English but it basically means I am sensitive to cold.

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Adult Stage – Vidéo 30 – Questions pour un champion

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Adult Stage – Vidéo 29 – Louis IX, roi de la justice

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Adult Stage – Vidéo 28 – Louis IX, un roi différent

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French the natural way: 3 strategies for natural conversations!

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As the French Beginner Intensive Week ended, I got this question coming up:

How can I improve my conversational skills?

Sign up for our next Intensive Week! There are still a few spots available!

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Le chien et l’ombre (version au passé)

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