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French Office Culture Demystified

Bonjour ! The Community sent many requests asking for an episode about working in France. Ok! Here it is. Today, we’ll talk about unwritten office customs in France. Things no one will tell you but that are CRUCIAL for getting you integrated into the team.

5 Tips to Proofread Your French

Bonjour ! On Comme une Française, it’s ok to practice your French and make mistakes. You are in a safe place. But even though making mistakes here is ok, each of us wants to improve. Especially in writing, where as we say “Les paroles s’envolent

Dos and Don’ts on La Saint-Valentin in France

Coucou ! Even though France is supposed to be the most romantic country in the world, we don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day as much as you may think. It may be a special evening with your loved one but not a full day. And the gift

5 Confusing French Expressions

Salut ! Lots of French expressions are confusing when translated literally from French to English. Sometimes, they even mean the opposite of what you thought they meant. And nobody gives you a proper explanation. Ok, here, on Comme une Française, I’ll help. 🙂

How to Thank Someone in French

Salut ! Before we start : A new course « French pronunciation and vocabulary » will open in February. Yay! As usual, you’ll have 1 week to join. And as usual, I’ll be giving away A LOT of free content on the topic during the month. 🙂

How to Buy Make-Up in France

Salut ! Today, a very practical and down-to-Earth topic: How to buy make-up in France! When in France, you may want to buy some make-up to bring back home to your best friend or just for you. And trust me, when you enter a shop

Q&A : Special 2-year anniversary

Salut ! Bonne année ! Oh today is such a special day. Comme une Française TV is 2 year-old, with over 100 episodes and 600 000 views! To celebrate this together, you’ve sent me questions of all sorts: behind the scenes of Comme une Française,

What Happens on Christmas in France

Salut ! Ça va? If only you could see me write this post… I’m in my pajamas, at my parents’ place near Paris, with a delicious coffee smell coming from the kitchen. All presents wrapped, Christmas tree ready, only looking forward to a day of

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