Mayday: Meaning, Origin, and Use
For nearly a century, Mayday has been the universal distress signal for the world’s air force, navy, army, and law enforcement. But few people know that the term actually originated …
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For nearly a century, Mayday has been the universal distress signal for the world’s air force, navy, army, and law enforcement. But few people know that the term actually originated …
The French language is full of all kinds of French expressions to express feelings. And disinterest is no exception to the rule. Whether you’re looking for a more distinguished or …
Popularized in the 1930s in the United States with the emergence of comic books, French and Belgian comics (Bandes dessinées, literally means drawn strips) spread to Europe between the wars, …
Whether you have a good level of French or only know a few words, there is a French phrase that you have heard a thousand times: “voulez-vous coucher avec moi …
Because of its many meanings, “voilà” is by far one of the most used words in France… but not only. Indeed, the term is used in many other languages, such …
Whether you’ve just heard the term for the first time or have used it in the past, “plouc” is one of those words that is used less and less by …
In the long line of French insults, one, in particular, stands out: “putain”. The insult, which could be described as a French-style “fuck”, is used in many everyday situations. If …
Whether we say it to signify our misfortune, to bring good luck, or to express bad feelings about something, “merde” is without a doubt one of the most used terms …
Whether you speak English or French, chances are you’ve heard the expression “je ne sais quoi” used in a variety of situations. Today, we explain all about the origins and …
Like many French expressions, the word “touché” has been widely exported internationally, so much so that you will hear it used more often by English speakers than by French speakers. …