French Culture Lesson — La Bise
Wondering how to do “la bise” when visiting France? Who do you kiss on the cheek, and how many “bises” is appropriate? Find out more about this important part of French culture.
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Wondering how to do “la bise” when visiting France? Who do you kiss on the cheek, and how many “bises” is appropriate? Find out more about this important part of French culture.
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