Why learn French?

French, alongside English, is the second major global language, spoken in more than fifty countries and across five continents. Here are some more interesting facts about French:

French is one of the official working languages for:

  • The United Nations (U.N)
  • UNESCO
  • NATO
  • EC (The European Community)
  • Council of Europe
  • The International Red Cross

French is also the dominant working language at the European Court of Justice.

French in the Economic world:

  • France is one of the top five global economies
  • More tourists visit France than any other country
  • France is one of the world's biggest exporters
  • Provides substantial amounts of aid to developing nations

Science & Technology:

  • France is the fourth largest automobile provider
  • The French are a world leader in medical research
  • The fastest train (the TGV) is French
  • The fastest aeroplane (Concorde) is French
  • France is the world's third military power
  • Fibre optics were invented in France

Famous French Writers:

  • Saint Exupery ('The Little Prince')
  • Voltaire
  • Guy de Maupassant
  • Jules Verne
  • Victor Hugo
  • Alexander Dumas

 

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