You may not have seen Amour, but you probably know that it won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. If you’re planning on watching it because it’s apparently a very good film, AND because you happen to be learning French, here is some advice that will help you enjoy the film and get a little French mileage out of it, too. Naturally this applies to any language you happen to be learning and any film in that language that you’d like to see! Continue reading
Category Archives: Bilingualism
Les Misérables: Victor Hugo’s famous novel and this year’s Oscar Nominee
With the theater release of the quasi-operatic Les Misérables last Christmas, the classic story of redemption by VIctor Hugo receives yet another incarnation, this time based on the successful stage musical. Continue reading
Random Acts of Kindness
Did you know February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day? Make someone smile by using some of these phrases in the language your learning. Continue reading
‘L’Amour, toujours’ - Valentine’s Day in France
Quel est ton Valentin/Valentine ? Who is your Valentine? (m/f.) Fêter la saint Valentin (to celebrate St Valentine's Day) often means offering des petits cadeaux (small gifts) in the form of flowers, a romantic diner, wine and chocolates. Continue reading
Send a Card to a Friend!
Get out your stationary--today is Send a Card to A Friend Day! Why not write your card in the language your learning? Our etutors have gathered some common words and phrases that are perfect for greeting cards. Check them out here! Continue reading
Using Japanese in Real Life
It’s a new year, and I’ve moved to a new apaato (apartment) in a beautiful neighborhood of Tokyo called Yoyogi Uehara. I’m loving the new setting—young, vibrant, and best of all, social! Continue reading
Work Culture Abroad
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work abroad? Our etutors weigh in on work culture in different countries. Japan By Sakura Japanese work hours and work ethics are very similar to American ones, but perhaps the most unique … Continue reading
It’s Thesaurus Day!
Contributors: Hkebbe, Ginger, Sev, Max, Sakura, Anna Today we celebrate the birthday of Peter Mark Roget, born January 18, 1779. His Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases was published in 1852. Roget’s Thesaurus is still used today. We’ve asked our etutors … Continue reading
The French and their Scarves
The importance of accessories in French fashion is paramount. For that je ne sais quoi and irresistible appeal, the French draw on centuries of sophistication. Scarves in particular never go out of style. They are indeed a quintessential element in the everyday … Continue reading
Public Holidays in France: Occasions for Celebration
In France, some public holidays have a religious background; others are just reminders of important moments in the history of France, or simply civic in nature. In some cases, these public holidays can also be an occasion to come together as … Continue reading
