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fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

How UK SMEs Translate Documents from English to French in 2025

As of 2025, SMEs have revolutionized their approach to document translation. AI-powered tools enable fast, accurate translations of various documents, enhancing efficiency in business operations.
UK news
#cultural-expressions
Paris food
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French Phrase of the Day: Aux frais de la princesse

The French phrase 'aux frais de la princesse' means something is covered or free, emphasizing expenses handled by a wealthier entity.
#slang
#expressions
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French phrase of the day: Ivre, il

This common formulation in newspaper headlines, 'Ivre, il,' effectively summarizes a drunken man's antics in a humorous yet pointed way, reflecting cultural nuances in humor.
Humor
#colloquial-expressions
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Allez, allez, allez! Quebec gives go-ahead to cheer go!' in English at provincial sports games

Quebec's language police partially legitimized the use of "go" for sports cheers, allowing fans to celebrate more freely.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French phrase of the day: Du tac au tac

Du tac au tac means to respond immediately and sharply, without hesitation. It's used to describe someone who answers back in a direct, clever, or snappy way.
Philosophy
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French Word of the Day: Depaysement

Dépaysement... is a feeling you experience being out of your usual environment, and it refers to both your physical and psychological state.
Philosophy
#vocabulary
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French grammar tip: Don't get hung up on object gender

Understanding grammatical gender in languages like French can be misleading due to its lack of direct correlation with actual gender.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French Word of the Day: Piquette

In daily life, you're much more likely to hear its colloquial form to complain about wine - the casual use of piquette in French is most similar to the British English term 'plonk' for cheap wine.
Wine
#idioms
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: Demago

The term 'démago' refers to a demagogue, someone appealing to the masses' desires and prejudices for political gain, increasingly relevant in today's political discourse.
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Expression of the Day: Bon vent

Bon vent is a versatile phrase meaning 'goodbye' or 'travel well', rooted in nautical tradition.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: RDC

RDC stands for rez-de-chaussée, meaning ground level in French buildings, as well as referring to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Phrase of the Day: Faire du stop

The French phrase 'faire du stop' means 'to hitchhike', originating from a blend of French and English words.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: Bande

Because this French word has several different meanings you might not have expected. In some cases, it is possible to directly translate as band, but this is its least common usage.
France politics
#colloquialisms
fromThe Local France
2 months ago
France news

8 favourite French Words of the Day

French colloquialisms deepen understanding of everyday language and cultural nuances.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago
France news

French Expression of the Day: Coup de fil

'Coup de fil' is a slang term meaning to telephone someone, similar to English phrases like 'give them a ring.'
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French grammar tips: Understanding French instructions

French commands vary based on context, using different forms to express levels of politeness and familiarity.
France news
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

stupidDOPE Speaks French! Discover Global Stories in Your Language | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

stupidDOPE expands accessibility by translating its content into over 100 languages, including French, broadening its reach and audience.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Expression of the Day: Cul sec

The term 'cul sec' refers specifically to downing a drink in one go, translating literally to 'dry bottom', emphasizing the act of finishing a drink.
France politics
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Expression of the Day: Entre guillemets

'Entre guillemets' is used in French conversation to indicate quotes and express skepticism.
fromThe Local France
3 years ago

6 things to know about France's 'illogical' AZERTY keyboard

The AZERTY keyboard presents significant challenges for QWERTY typists, blending logical adaptations with odd configurations that puzzle and frustrate new users.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Word of the Day: Cadet

Cadet signifies the second or youngest son in a French family context, diverging from its primarily military English meaning.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French grammar tips: Should you use 'je suis alle' or 'j'ai ete' or both?

Colloquial French evolves, leading to discrepancies with traditional grammar, notably in phrases like 'je suis chaud' and 'j'ai été'.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Word of the Day: Tare

As a verb, "taré" is the past participle of a term meaning to weigh a package or container before filling it, ensuring accuracy in weight.
France politics
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Word of the Day: Jour chome

'Jour chômé' refers to a mandatory non-working day in France, distinct from public holidays.
May Day (May 1st) is the only legally mandated 'jour chômé' where working requires extra pay.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Expression of the Day: Nid-de-poule

Nid-de-poule means pothole in French, not related to farming, but is crucial for motorists to understand while driving.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French Phrase of the Day: Etre preneur

The phrase 'être preneur' translates as 'to be a taker' and is used to express willingness to take or buy something.
Paris food
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