fromThe Local France3 months agoFrench Expression of the Day: Il n'y a pas photoIl n'y a pas photo means 'there is no doubt' or 'it's not even close,' often used to express clear preference.
fromThe Local France3 months agoFrance politicsFrench Phrase of the Day: Fumee blanche'Fumée blanche' signifies a decision has been made, originating from the papal election process.
fromThe Local France4 months agoParis foodFrench Word of the Day: TaupeThe French word 'taupe' signifies both a grey-brown color and a spy or informant who infiltrates organizations.
fromThe Local France4 months agoFrench Phrase of the Day: Le ver est dans le fruitNous savions que nous allions perdre. Le ver était déjà dans la pomme dès le début du match. - We knew we were going to lose. The damage was already done from the beginning of the match.France news
fromThe Local France5 months agoFrench Expression of the Day: J'en ai marreThe expression 'J'en ai marre' literally means 'I'm fed up' and captures a quintessentially French way to express frustration informally, yet politely.France politics