Explore the meaning of 'cajole,' from its chattering French origins to its role as the art of gentle persuasion. Learn how to ...

Too many Americans today can’t speak a second language, or even speak and write English sufficiently, writes Lynne Agress.

French political drama, cultural landmarks, key public figures and a bit of French language - see how much you remember about 2025 in France with our quiz of the year.

The word “revelry” is a noun defined as lively and noisy festivities, which often include consumption of lots of alcohol. The ...

Nizar (not his real name) said that yes, he had studied the language abroad, in Syria. He was born and grew up in Damascus.

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In this short Mandarin lesson, I explain the real difference between 认识 rènshi and 知道 zhīdào, even though they both translate ...

Can you spot our anomaly? And if you do, can you say what it is without spoiling it? The answer is as plain as the nose on ...

The word “festoon” is a noun defined as a chain or garland of flowers, leaves or ribbons, hung in a curve as a decoration. It can also be used as a verb meaning to place ribbons, garlands or other ...

COLUMN. Le Monde columnist Maïa Mazaurette challenges arguments that urge young people to expand their range of sexual ...

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Cartoonist and counterculture icon R. Crumb reflects on his remarkable life and work in a new interview from his home in the South of France.