Eight Language Learning Myths 

Handy tips for avoiding common language learning pitfalls. 

The Natural Language Learning Approach

The best way to learn a foreign language is to learn like a native. This article explains why, and offers useful advice on adopting a more natural approach to language study.

Why Learn French?

Interesting facts about the French language and why it's worth learning. 

How Reading 'The Times' Will Improve Your French

How a rich higher-level English vocabulary can really help your French comprehension.

French-English Cognates

A follow-up to the article above; provides a list of useful French - English cognates.

French Tongue Twisters

Get your tonsils in a twist with these fun virelangues (French tongue twisters)!

French Proverbs

An interesting selection of native French proverbs, with translations.

French Slang - Verlan and Largonji

Examples of Verlan and Largonji - two of the most popular French slang forms. 

Walloon - A French relative language 

Learn about the Walloon language, spoken in Belgium and related to French.

J�rriais - Jersey Norman French

An article about the J�rriais French language; spoken on the island of Jersey. 

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