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| How to wear a scarf: method 4. |
Methods 1 and 4 are the most common, however any of the following techniques will provide excellent results for your final wardrobe.
Six manières de nouer un foulard:
How to Wear a Scarf
Methods 1 and 4 are the most common, however any of the following techniques will provide excellent results for your final wardrobe.
Six manières de nouer un foulard:
Ignore-Moi English Translation - Mélanie Pain
Ignore Moi in English
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
Like all my music reviews, I start with a French to English translation then critique the lyrics and style below.
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
Like all my music reviews, I start with a French to English translation then critique the lyrics and style below.
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Popular French Cheeses
[Updated September 9th, 2014]
French cuisine is typically known for three things, it's great wine, bread, and cheese (I guess chocolate would get a close 4th). If you peruse the cheese section of Carrefour, you'll be astonished to find hundreds of cheeses, and I highly doubt the plastic-like "American Cheese" is one of them. In fact, the French even have a governmental board that regulates and assesses whether the cheese produced lives up to it's name. So, what's all this hype about this cheese? What type of cheese is popular in France?
In this article, I will present some very popular French cheeses, allowing you to "wow" all your friends with your newly acquired cheese expertise! Because honestly, you haven't been to France if you haven't tasted the cheese. An article about wine pairing will be written shortly.
Everyday French Fashion - Célien, 25 ans
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To answer the question of "What do French people wear everyday?" Street Style is a featured portion of madmoiZelle that showcases a different French person each day! The entire video is in French, but I encourage beginners to still watch it and see what you can understand.
Today's Street Style focuses on Célien Schneider, an expert piano player working on his new album which should be done in September (2011). Célien first tells us about his brown vest he purchased a long time ago in Berlin. The cost of 5 euros only exemplifies Célien's love for his jacket. Célien's "Harry Potter" glasses never leave his face, it's part of his style! Célein has had his watch since he was 20 and it's the only type of jewelry he owns. The watch has an incredibly simple black band and a white face with no numbers. His pants are a simple Levi's Slim (with a Levi's belt too!), which just goes to show you that you don't need French designer items to dress stylish. Finally, Célien wears "Paul Smith" brand shoes because he believes they are perfect for him.
So what do other French people think about Célein's style of the day?
Comments were taken from madmoiZelle's website. Otherwise, that's all there is to say about Célien! Stay tuned for more everyday French styles. Any comments can be posted below.
To return to our French fashion section, click HERE.
| Everyday French Fashion |
Today's Street Style focuses on Célien Schneider, an expert piano player working on his new album which should be done in September (2011). Célien first tells us about his brown vest he purchased a long time ago in Berlin. The cost of 5 euros only exemplifies Célien's love for his jacket. Célien's "Harry Potter" glasses never leave his face, it's part of his style! Célein has had his watch since he was 20 and it's the only type of jewelry he owns. The watch has an incredibly simple black band and a white face with no numbers. His pants are a simple Levi's Slim (with a Levi's belt too!), which just goes to show you that you don't need French designer items to dress stylish. Finally, Célien wears "Paul Smith" brand shoes because he believes they are perfect for him.
So what do other French people think about Célein's style of the day?
Ouuuuuuh!"Ohh! Street style is so kind. He (Célien) is too cute to be stressed in front of the camera, he smiles all the time, he is so cute! I love his style! The slim jeans go well on him (I'm very critical about guys wearing slim pants^^). We can't organize a little competition in order to get a date with him?"
Street Style très sympathique. Il est trop choupy à être stresser devant la caméra, il sourit tout le temps, il est trop mignon! J'aime son style! Le slim lui va bien (alors que niveau slim sur les hommes je suis très critique^^).
On pourrait pas organiser un concours pour gagner un RDV avec lui?
Bon alors il a l'air adorable, il a un joli sourire et une jolie voix, mais non je suis désolée je ne peux pas supporter les chemisettes, c'est juste pas possible je trouve ça laid. Autant une chemise aux manches retroussées j'aime que la chemisette NON ! Et puis je suis toujours contre le slim au masculin, mais bon c'est la mode hein..."Yes he's adorable, he has a nice smile and a beautiful voice. But no, I'm sorry I cannot support the button downed shirt, it's just not possible, I find it ugly. Especially a shirt with rolled up sleeves, NEVER! In addition, I am still against slim jeans on men, but hey, that's fashion..."
Comments were taken from madmoiZelle's website. Otherwise, that's all there is to say about Célien! Stay tuned for more everyday French styles. Any comments can be posted below.
To return to our French fashion section, click HERE.
Watch French TV - BFM TV
Note that in order to watch BFM TV Live, you may need to update your flash player.
BFM TV is a French news network that (luckily for us) airs 24/7, around the clock in French. During the daylight hours the news is recorded live in France and during the night they air re-runs of the news from the day. I believe that the channel ends up repeating it's news every hour or so, but that doesn't stop you from learning French! Also, if the news cast repeats itself then think of it as an extra chance to hear things you might have missed the first time.
Curious to see how long the internet delay is from the actual broadcast, I conducted a little experiment. First I turned on my Uncle's French television, then I checked the live internet feed. I was astonished to see that the image and sound from my computer matched the television's broadcast WORD FOR WORD, pixel for pixel.
I highly recommend this as a French resource because its very practical. You can learn French and listen to natives at any hour of the day, you don't have an excuse not to watch 10 to 30 minutes of French television a day! This channel also informs you on news that everyday French people find important while staying up to date with what's happening overseas. Anyone with an Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in French can enjoy the broadcasts without too much difficulty, however the speakers may talk quickly at times (you know how news casters are always short on time). If you have any comments about this news channel, please comment below!
To watch BFM TV's 24 hour broadcasting, click HERE.
To return to our online resources menu, click HERE.
BFM TV is a French news network that (luckily for us) airs 24/7, around the clock in French. During the daylight hours the news is recorded live in France and during the night they air re-runs of the news from the day. I believe that the channel ends up repeating it's news every hour or so, but that doesn't stop you from learning French! Also, if the news cast repeats itself then think of it as an extra chance to hear things you might have missed the first time.
Curious to see how long the internet delay is from the actual broadcast, I conducted a little experiment. First I turned on my Uncle's French television, then I checked the live internet feed. I was astonished to see that the image and sound from my computer matched the television's broadcast WORD FOR WORD, pixel for pixel.
I highly recommend this as a French resource because its very practical. You can learn French and listen to natives at any hour of the day, you don't have an excuse not to watch 10 to 30 minutes of French television a day! This channel also informs you on news that everyday French people find important while staying up to date with what's happening overseas. Anyone with an Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in French can enjoy the broadcasts without too much difficulty, however the speakers may talk quickly at times (you know how news casters are always short on time). If you have any comments about this news channel, please comment below!
To watch BFM TV's 24 hour broadcasting, click HERE.
To return to our online resources menu, click HERE.
When to Learn a Language?
When is the best time to learn a language? More notably French, because this is a French focused site. Well, in the domain of psycholinguists is a concept called the Critical Period Hypothesis (CPH).
A child's mind is like a sponge.
Children's brains soak up thousands of words... Otherwise, how else do we all go from babbling, crying infants to adults who can communicate complex topics? The ideas behind the CPH make sense, however more and more evidence comes up which refutes it's claims. Also, researchers are having a hard time coming up with a defined period. So is it true that children learn languages easier and faster than adults? Studies show that adults actually learn languages faster than children when using the same amount of time, this may be due to the fact that adults have better critical thinking abilities and an understanding of grammar, etc... What adults lack is the phonological powers that children posses. Although possible, not many adults are able to gain the native language without some sort of foreign accent, even though their grammar may be perfect. The best way for a foreigner to improve his or her accent is to live in an immersion-like situation, or throughly understand French Phonetics.
So what happens if you don't start learning before this critical period?
We all love science... right? Often, it's more difficult for the adult learner to learn a new language because they are using their language as a starting point to convert words and phrases into the other tongue. A great method for adult learners is to not simply translate sentences but rather learn the language from the language. Take a picture of a boy and associate it with garçon and not with boy = garçon because then you are much more dependent on English.
For adults, the best time to learn a foreign language is before you're about to use it. This is because if you learn a language and not use it for a certain period of time, it'll slip away from you. Do you know how many adults told me "Oh, I studied French in high school, and I don't remember much..." well, over a long period of time these adults just didn't use their French enough to retain information. Additionally, motivation and anxiety could play a part in how well someone learns a language from the get go.
So how early should I (an adult) start learning?
That all depends on how much French you wish to use and how long you plan on visiting. If you plan on going to France for the summer and you want to be reasonably good, then you need to practice with the language everyday for a period of six months to a year (at least). If you're going for just a week... then six months is plenty of time to master "Bonjour! Comment ça va?". Luckily, vocabulary is something that the adult mind is good at handling. Don't be afraid to learn a ton of nouns, you'll be surprised when you need to say "car" and realize you never bothered learning it. Our French Language Learning Section provides vocabulary lists and useful tips to help you succeed at French!
When I intended to travel to Italy for 11 days, I knew no Italy. I began studying roughly 3 months ahead of time at a constant pace (4 or 5 days out of the week). I learned a lot of Italian, people were quite impressed!
Now, if you wanted to learn French for the long haul and become a great master of the language, you should probably read How Long Does it Take to Become Fluent in French?
This site can also help if you want some great French Online Resources to help you study. Otherwise, good luck with your French! Any comments can be posted below.
A child's mind is like a sponge.
Children's brains soak up thousands of words... Otherwise, how else do we all go from babbling, crying infants to adults who can communicate complex topics? The ideas behind the CPH make sense, however more and more evidence comes up which refutes it's claims. Also, researchers are having a hard time coming up with a defined period. So is it true that children learn languages easier and faster than adults? Studies show that adults actually learn languages faster than children when using the same amount of time, this may be due to the fact that adults have better critical thinking abilities and an understanding of grammar, etc... What adults lack is the phonological powers that children posses. Although possible, not many adults are able to gain the native language without some sort of foreign accent, even though their grammar may be perfect. The best way for a foreigner to improve his or her accent is to live in an immersion-like situation, or throughly understand French Phonetics.
So what happens if you don't start learning before this critical period?
We all love science... right? Often, it's more difficult for the adult learner to learn a new language because they are using their language as a starting point to convert words and phrases into the other tongue. A great method for adult learners is to not simply translate sentences but rather learn the language from the language. Take a picture of a boy and associate it with garçon and not with boy = garçon because then you are much more dependent on English.
For adults, the best time to learn a foreign language is before you're about to use it. This is because if you learn a language and not use it for a certain period of time, it'll slip away from you. Do you know how many adults told me "Oh, I studied French in high school, and I don't remember much..." well, over a long period of time these adults just didn't use their French enough to retain information. Additionally, motivation and anxiety could play a part in how well someone learns a language from the get go.
So how early should I (an adult) start learning?
That all depends on how much French you wish to use and how long you plan on visiting. If you plan on going to France for the summer and you want to be reasonably good, then you need to practice with the language everyday for a period of six months to a year (at least). If you're going for just a week... then six months is plenty of time to master "Bonjour! Comment ça va?". Luckily, vocabulary is something that the adult mind is good at handling. Don't be afraid to learn a ton of nouns, you'll be surprised when you need to say "car" and realize you never bothered learning it. Our French Language Learning Section provides vocabulary lists and useful tips to help you succeed at French!
When I intended to travel to Italy for 11 days, I knew no Italy. I began studying roughly 3 months ahead of time at a constant pace (4 or 5 days out of the week). I learned a lot of Italian, people were quite impressed!
Now, if you wanted to learn French for the long haul and become a great master of the language, you should probably read How Long Does it Take to Become Fluent in French?
This site can also help if you want some great French Online Resources to help you study. Otherwise, good luck with your French! Any comments can be posted below.
Au Grand Jamais English Translation- Bensé
Au Grand Jamais In English
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM
Annie English Translation - Emilie Simon
Annie in English
Reveiwed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Reveiwed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Everyday French Fashion - Mathilde, 23 ans
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To answer the question of "What do French people wear everyday?" Street Style is a featured portion of Madmoizelle that showcases a different French person each day! The entire video is in French, but I encourage beginners to still watch it and see what you can understand.
Today's Street style focuses on Mathilde, a French student who is about to receive her Master's in Fashion Marketing! Oh la-la. This Parisian prefers the winter weather, showing us her buckled-black desginer boots she bought last year. She is wearing an "interesting" H&M skeleton shirt, which we cannot really see due to her jean jacket. Mathilde also exhibits her favorite bow-tie ring, fox ring, and rabbit ring all on hand. We are offered a nice glimpse of Mathilde's designer "Scarlet Roos" handbag, and her stylish Pac Man bracelet.
One thing that's unusual about this Street Style is that it's rather short... (4 minutes!). French viewers were disappointed about not getting to hear more about Mathilde. Some speculate that she really only cared about advertising her blog (she gives a shout-out at the end). Problems aside, here's what other French people thought about Mathilde's everyday style.
"I am not a fan of her coat, on the other hand, her t-shirt and scarf Oo! I must have them!! My god, but the brands must cost an arm (and a leg), maybe even two."
Comments were taken from Madmoizelle's website. Otherwise, that seems to be everything there is to know about Mathilde! Stay tuned for more everyday French styles. Any comments can be posted below.
To return to our French fashion section, click HERE.
| Everyday French Fashion |
Today's Street style focuses on Mathilde, a French student who is about to receive her Master's in Fashion Marketing! Oh la-la. This Parisian prefers the winter weather, showing us her buckled-black desginer boots she bought last year. She is wearing an "interesting" H&M skeleton shirt, which we cannot really see due to her jean jacket. Mathilde also exhibits her favorite bow-tie ring, fox ring, and rabbit ring all on hand. We are offered a nice glimpse of Mathilde's designer "Scarlet Roos" handbag, and her stylish Pac Man bracelet.
One thing that's unusual about this Street Style is that it's rather short... (4 minutes!). French viewers were disappointed about not getting to hear more about Mathilde. Some speculate that she really only cared about advertising her blog (she gives a shout-out at the end). Problems aside, here's what other French people thought about Mathilde's everyday style.
Je suis pas fan de la veste par contre le t-shirt et le foulard Oo !!!!! il me les fauts!!!! mon dieu, mais vu les marques ça doit couter un bras.. voir deux.
"I am not a fan of her coat, on the other hand, her t-shirt and scarf Oo! I must have them!! My god, but the brands must cost an arm (and a leg), maybe even two."
Je veux le t-shirt, la veste, et le foulard ."I want the t-shit, the coat, and the scarf."
Comments were taken from Madmoizelle's website. Otherwise, that seems to be everything there is to know about Mathilde! Stay tuned for more everyday French styles. Any comments can be posted below.
To return to our French fashion section, click HERE.
Mademoiselle Juliette English Translation - Alizée
Mademoiselle Juliette in English
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM
How To Order Food In France
| Here's how to order food In French! |
French Dining Establishments In France
Forget McDonalds or the Louvre cafeteria... part of the reason for being in France is to experience French food! The following article will present the different "dining" establishments of France. If you are looking for vocabulary and tips on how to order food in France this article provides all of that in detail.
Cafés:
These quaint, little establishments truly sing French Culture, and are a great experience. Most cafés offer a myriad of drinks, aperitifs, sandwiches, and classic french dishes... the menus are usually posted outside so that passersby know everything before seating themselves. If you find a café you like, simply seat yourself and you should be served once spotted (if not, go inside and inform them). Plan to spend at least thirty minutes, bring a book, people watch, talk to a friend, the ambiance is all part of the trip.
In France, café society is on a decline (from 200,000 cafés to less than 50,000!). Nowadays, people just make their own coffee, or buy a sandwich elsewhere and walk to work. Some French people have taken an Anglo-Saxon attitude of ordering water, eating their food quickly, and leaving... c'est horrible!
Boulangeries:
"A boulangerie?" you ask, "isn't that a bakery?". Well, yes it is a bakery, but many boulangers have expanded their horizons; they also offer coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and much more. If you know that a boulangerie has good bread, then you can assume they use the same quality bread to deliver an amazing sandwich!
Bistros and Brasseries:
Bistros are fairly common in France, these small restaurants often serve traditional, home cooked meals. You'll find hearty stews, slow-cooked dishes, and robust meat courses. This type of cuisine traditionelle can't go wrong with a nice glass of wine. After the fall of Napoléon, it's said that Russian occupational troops would cry "Bystro!" while ordering in Paris ("quickly" in Russian). The food does seem to come out quicker than a full fledged French restaurant, but that doesn't mean you need to eat it quickly!
Brasseries are a more upscaled, but relaxed eating establishment. Here you'll find printed menus, white linen-covered tables, and professional service (not always the case with a bistro). These bustling restaurants typically feature Alsatian dishes (braised-pork, tenderloins, ribs); a variety of seafood (crabs, oysters, fish); or several different cold dishes/ meaty entrées. Many brasseries don't change their menu throughout the day (i.e, lunch versus dinner), but they may offer different "of the day" specials. "Brasserie" essentially means brewery in French, so expect them to offer beer (you may be lucky and find a Brasserie that makes it's own beer! (Quelle Chance!) I would highly recommend visiting a brasserie during your stay in France.
Crêperies:
A crêperie is a restaurant or small vendor that specializes in selling crêpes. These establishments vary from small-wheeled carts to café style restaurants (I prefer the latter). Because crêpes can be served as both a main dish or a dessert, you can find a wide variety of ways to adore a simple French staple. Crêperies not only sell crêpes, but drinks to accompany them (coffee, tea, cider). You may stumble upon a crêperie with a diverse selection of foods (not just crêpes), it all depends on where you go.
Restaurants:
I'm sure everybody generally knows what going to a restaurant would entail. Upscale French restaurants are sometimes reservation only, each restaurant serves a different style of food, and some restaurants are even run by top notch French chefs. Expect good service, excellent food, and a somewhat large bill, if not, then you may have missed out on a true French experience! I will discuss French restaurants in more depth within this article.
To return to our French food section, click HERE.
To go to our French people section, click HERE.
Cafés:
These quaint, little establishments truly sing French Culture, and are a great experience. Most cafés offer a myriad of drinks, aperitifs, sandwiches, and classic french dishes... the menus are usually posted outside so that passersby know everything before seating themselves. If you find a café you like, simply seat yourself and you should be served once spotted (if not, go inside and inform them). Plan to spend at least thirty minutes, bring a book, people watch, talk to a friend, the ambiance is all part of the trip.
In France, café society is on a decline (from 200,000 cafés to less than 50,000!). Nowadays, people just make their own coffee, or buy a sandwich elsewhere and walk to work. Some French people have taken an Anglo-Saxon attitude of ordering water, eating their food quickly, and leaving... c'est horrible!
Boulangeries:
"A boulangerie?" you ask, "isn't that a bakery?". Well, yes it is a bakery, but many boulangers have expanded their horizons; they also offer coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and much more. If you know that a boulangerie has good bread, then you can assume they use the same quality bread to deliver an amazing sandwich!
Bistros and Brasseries:
Bistros are fairly common in France, these small restaurants often serve traditional, home cooked meals. You'll find hearty stews, slow-cooked dishes, and robust meat courses. This type of cuisine traditionelle can't go wrong with a nice glass of wine. After the fall of Napoléon, it's said that Russian occupational troops would cry "Bystro!" while ordering in Paris ("quickly" in Russian). The food does seem to come out quicker than a full fledged French restaurant, but that doesn't mean you need to eat it quickly!
Brasseries are a more upscaled, but relaxed eating establishment. Here you'll find printed menus, white linen-covered tables, and professional service (not always the case with a bistro). These bustling restaurants typically feature Alsatian dishes (braised-pork, tenderloins, ribs); a variety of seafood (crabs, oysters, fish); or several different cold dishes/ meaty entrées. Many brasseries don't change their menu throughout the day (i.e, lunch versus dinner), but they may offer different "of the day" specials. "Brasserie" essentially means brewery in French, so expect them to offer beer (you may be lucky and find a Brasserie that makes it's own beer! (Quelle Chance!) I would highly recommend visiting a brasserie during your stay in France.
Crêperies:
A crêperie is a restaurant or small vendor that specializes in selling crêpes. These establishments vary from small-wheeled carts to café style restaurants (I prefer the latter). Because crêpes can be served as both a main dish or a dessert, you can find a wide variety of ways to adore a simple French staple. Crêperies not only sell crêpes, but drinks to accompany them (coffee, tea, cider). You may stumble upon a crêperie with a diverse selection of foods (not just crêpes), it all depends on where you go.
Restaurants:
I'm sure everybody generally knows what going to a restaurant would entail. Upscale French restaurants are sometimes reservation only, each restaurant serves a different style of food, and some restaurants are even run by top notch French chefs. Expect good service, excellent food, and a somewhat large bill, if not, then you may have missed out on a true French experience! I will discuss French restaurants in more depth within this article.
To return to our French food section, click HERE.
To go to our French people section, click HERE.
Comme Des Enfants English Translation - Cœur De Pirate
Comme Des Enfants in English
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: HARD
Reviewed/Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: HARD
Manger Bouger - French Exercise Program
Sure there is a such thing as the French Paradox... However, not everybody is slender in France and due to the increasing weight problems, the French government has taken steps to counteract obesity. A government run program called Manger Bouger (Eat and Move), encourages it's citizens to eat balanced meals and exercise a certain amount each day.
A Useful Website
All the information about the program can be found on the government website. Here they offer healthy recipes, exercising information, and helpful articles. Just to get an idea, I'm quoting an article about "snacking" and translating it:
Staying inactive for the whole day (infront of the TV or computer), is not good for your health. Why not enjoy the beautiful day, play some soccer outside with some friends or just go for a walk. At least thirty minutes of physical activity a day, it's a good way to spend some of that energy you consumed."
A Useful Website
All the information about the program can be found on the government website. Here they offer healthy recipes, exercising information, and helpful articles. Just to get an idea, I'm quoting an article about "snacking" and translating it:
On appelle « grignotage » la prise d’aliments en dehors des repas. Il peut être encouragé par des repas peu consistants, le stress, l’ennui… Le grignotage répond à une sensation de faim qui n’est pas toujours fondée. Lorsqu’on grignote, l’estomac travaille en permanence et il en prend l’habitude. Déréglé, il ne sait plus bien reconnaître la « vraie » sensation de faim. De plus, on a alors tendance à se jeter sur les distributeurs qui sont souvent remplis avec des aliments qui ne sont pas très intéressants nutritionnellement : pain au chocolat, gâteaux, bonbons, barres chocolatées…
Rester inactif toute la journée (devant la TV ou l’ordinateur), ce n’est pas bon pour la santé. Pourquoi ne pas profiter des beaux jours pour faire un foot, dehors, avec les copains ou juste aller se balader ? Au moins 30 minutes d’activité physique par jour, c’est un bon moyen pour dépenser une partie de l’énergie consommée."One calls 'snacking' the taking in of food outside of a meal. Snacking can be encouraged by inconstant meals, stress, boredom... Snacking responds to a sensation of hunger that's not always legitimate. When on snacks, the stomach works around the clock. If left unchecked, the stomach doesn't know the 'true' sensation of hunger. In addition, one also has the tendency to munch on things that aren't filling or nutritionally interesting: breads filled with chocolate, cakes, candy, chocolate bars...
Staying inactive for the whole day (infront of the TV or computer), is not good for your health. Why not enjoy the beautiful day, play some soccer outside with some friends or just go for a walk. At least thirty minutes of physical activity a day, it's a good way to spend some of that energy you consumed."
L'Horloge Tourne English Translation - Mickael Miro
L'Horloge Tourne Lyrics in English
Reviewed/ Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Like all my music reviews, I start with the French to English Translation then critique the lyrics and style.
Reviewed/ Translated by John Elkhoury
COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: EASY
Like all my music reviews, I start with the French to English Translation then critique the lyrics and style.
French Fashion: The Pencil Skirt
Not super practical for catching the bus, the pencil skirt handicaps the masses. Nonetheless, the skirt forces us to have a tight, elegant gait. Just what you want when your late in the morning. The most glamourous styles have a split top, you also shouldn't hesitate to pair your skirt with a blouse. If you're digging the complete secretary look, you can slip on some glittering heels and choose a playful design for the skirt or the top.Pas super pratique pour choper son bus, la jupe crayon entrave nos foulées. Il n’empêche, elle nous force à avoir une démarche élégante et serrée. Juste à éviter quand on est en retard le matin. Les modèles les plus glamour seront fendus à l’arrière. On la marie sans hésiter à un chemisier. Pour éviter le total look de secrétaire et dérider le tout, on peut enfiler des chaussures à paillettes et choisir un imprimé ludique sur le top ou la jupe.
What do you think? Could you totally rock a pencil skirt?
To return to our list of Fashion articles, click HERE.
Fluenz French or Rosetta Stone: Which is Better?
NOTE: This post is currently being updated (Dec 12, 2013).
Now, here's the million dollar question. Which is better? Fluenz French or Rosetta Stone's French program. I have tried both products and have done some extra research. The article will compare Rosetta Stone (levels 1-5) against Fluenz French (levels 1-5) and explain to you why one language program is definitively better than the other.
Now, here's the million dollar question. Which is better? Fluenz French or Rosetta Stone's French program. I have tried both products and have done some extra research. The article will compare Rosetta Stone (levels 1-5) against Fluenz French (levels 1-5) and explain to you why one language program is definitively better than the other.
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