French grammar – French and France

100 Essential French Verbs in Context — A2–B1 Bridge Coursebook

August 17, 2026August 17, 2026 Herve T. No comments

I’m delighted to introduce my new illustrated French coursebook: 100 Essential French Verbs in Context — A2–B1 Bridge Coursebook. Transitioning from beginner to intermediate French […]

The Ultimate Guide to French Adjectives: From Beginner to Intermediate (A1-B1)

February 23, 2026May 27, 2026 Herve T. No comments

Master French adjectives from A1 to B1! Learn agreement, placement, and essential rules with clear examples in this complete guide for English speakers. Welcome, Francophiles! […]

Le chapeau d'a Online French Self-Study App

New Free Tool: Practice French with my AI-Powered Web App!

January 11, 2026January 11, 2026 Herve T. No comments

Nouvel outil gratuit : Pratiquez le français avec ma nouvelle Web App ! [English] I am thrilled to share a new project I’ve been working […]

Passé Composé vs. Imparfait: The Ultimate Visual Guide to Mastering French Past Tenses

December 14, 2025December 14, 2025 Herve T. No comments

One of the biggest hurdles for English speakers learning French is undoubtedly the battle of the past tenses: Le Passé Composé vs. L’Imparfait. Unlike in […]

The difference between "Depuis" and "Pendant"?

French Micro-Tip – How to use “Depuis” and “Pendant” ?

October 6, 2025October 6, 2025 Herve T. No comments

Depuis ou pendant ? Two simple words, but often confused. Discover the essential difference for expressing duration in French! ➡️ J’habite au Japon depuis 20 […]

On vs Nous in French: How to Choose the Right Pronoun?

May 12, 2025March 31, 2026 Herve T. No comments

Are you hesitating between “on” and “nous” in French? This confusion is very common among French language learners. Although both pronouns can mean “we” in […]

Understanding French Tonic Pronouns: A Quick Guide

February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 Herve T. No comments

If you’re learning French, you have come across words like moi, toi, and lui. These tonic pronouns are useful for emphasis, answering questions, and making […]

Le verbe “faire” (To do) / The French verb “faire”

May 2, 2024May 3, 2024 Herve T. No comments

Utilisation de “faire” (use of “faire”) Le verbe “faire” en français se traduit principalement par “to do” et “to make” en anglais. Cependant, la traduction […]

Famous French historical figures 2

April 8, 2023August 15, 2023 Herve T. No comments

Read in French while discovering the history of France. Napoléon Bonaparte ou Napoléon 1er (15 août 1769 – 5 mai 1821) English below Napoléon Bonaparte […]