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Notes on French, learning and life en français

Everyday FrenchB

Bonjour, salut, coucou: which greeting, when?

The small word that quietly tells French speakers whether you really know the language, and the unwritten rule about saying bonjour only once a day.

20 May 2026 · 5 min read
For StudentsG

How to prepare for the GCSE French speaking exam

What examiners actually listen for, why learning chunks beats memorising scripts, and a calm four-week plan to walk in prepared.

28 April 2026 · 7 min read
For ExpatsE

Ten French phrases that make life in France easier

The polite, useful lines that smooth daily life, from the boulangerie to the prefecture, with the culture that makes them work.

31 March 2026 · 6 min read

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