par The French Academy | Avr 1, 2025 | General culture, The French Academy
The Tradition of April Fools’ Day in France Read the French transcription Introduction Every April 1st, a curious tradition takes hold in France: pranks, jokes, and paper fish stuck on people’s backs multiply in a spirit of lightness and fun. But where...
par The French Academy | Mar 31, 2025 | General culture, The French Academy
Why do the French like comedies so much? Read the French transcription Introduction In France, humor is everywhere: in conversations, on television, and of course, in movies. Comedies attract millions of viewers every year. Whether through jokes, absurd situations, or...
par The French Academy | Mar 17, 2025 | General culture, The French Academy
The Global Influence of the Francophonie Read the French transcription The Global Influence of the Francophonie The Francophonie: A Dynamic Linguistic Community La Francophonie is more than just an association of countries sharing a common language. It constitutes a...
par The French Academy | Mar 3, 2025 | General culture, The French Academy
What does the French expression « Chercher midi à quatorze heures » mean? Read the French transcription What does the French expression « Chercher midi à quatorze heures » mean? Are you wondering what the French expression “Chercher midi à 14 heures” means? In this...
par The French Academy | Août 6, 2024 | General culture
The history of the Olympic Games Read the French transcription The origin of the Olympic Games The Olympic Games began around 3,000 years ago in Greece, at Olympia. These sporting and religious festivities were held every four years and brought together athletes from...
par The French Academy | Juil 3, 2024 | General culture
The Mascots of Paris 2024: the Phryges Read the French transcription Paris 2024 presents the “Phryges”, the official mascots of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Inspired by the Phrygian cap, these two figures symbolize the spirit of freedom and the rich cultural...
