Actuellement, adv : currently, right now, at the moment, at the present time, presently. The French word « actuellement » looks very similar to the English word “actually.” The most common meaning of “actually” in English is “in fact, truly, really, surprisingly.” In French, « actuellement » means currently, right now, at the moment, at […]
Contentement, nm : contentment, satisfaction, joy. Son sourire éclatant montrait son contentement. Her beaming smile showed her great contentment (or: satisfaction). Elle sautillait de contentement à l’annonce de l’obtention de son diplôme. She was jumping for joy at the news that she had passed her diploma. Son contentement devant la réussite de ses enfants était […]
Did you know that many words that end in -ary in English have their equivalent as -aire in French: Some examples: (this is not a comprehensive list) -ary anniversary – anniversaire (nm) (in French anniversaire means birthday) arbitrary – arbitraire (adj) contrary – contraire (adj) dictionary – dictionnaire (nm) extraordinary – extraordinaire (adj) imaginary – […]
Although the Monoprix is great and lends a bit of comfort when you find yourself in a totally unfamiliar place, don’t miss the neighborhood markets ! They are everywhere, whether it be the neighborhood épicerie or the weekly markets in town, they are a real experience … in a good way … they are a […]
« Enlever une épine du pied à quelqu’un ». Literal translation: To remove a thorn from someone’s foot. Meaning: To get someone out of a jam. J’ai dû travailler très tard ce soir-là. Ma mère pouvait ramasser mes enfants de l’école. Elle m’a vraiment enlevé une épine du pied. I had to work very late […]
La Provence Aubagne-La Ciotat, 28 Aug 2025, par Carla BASTONI, cbastoni@laprovence.com Claude Monet et l’impressionnisme célébrés aux Carrières des Lumières Cette immersion visuelle et sonore célèbre, jusqu’au 4 janvier prochain, les 150 ans de l’impressionnisme. “La Provence” invite 100 lecteurs pour une balade aux Carrières le 12 septembre prochain. *** La Provence Aubagne-La Ciotat, 28 […]
Raisin, nm : grape The French word « raisin » looks exactly the same as the same as the English word “raisin.” The most common meaning of “raisin” in English is “dried grape.” In French, « raisin » means grape, and « raisin sec » refers to a dried grape, or a sultana. Le raisin […]
Abondance, nf : abundance, profusion, plenty, wealth. L’abondance de la nature est exceptionnelle. Nature’s abundance is amazing. Nous avons une telle abondance de tomates cette année. We have such an abundance of tomatoes this year. Les abeilles se développent où il y a une abondance de fleurs. Honey bees thrive where there is an abundance […]
Did you know that many words that end in -ct are the same in French and English? Some examples: (this is not a comprehensive list) -ct contract – contrat /contracter (nm / vtr) correct – correct(e) (adj) direct – direct(e) (adj) distinct – distinct(e) (adj) exact – exact(e) (adj) impact – impact (nm) insect – […]
Funny story… which could have not been so funny. I mentioned that you might need to buy a couple of washcloths if your apartment in Paris doesn’t provide them, which was the case on our first visit. So, we went to the Monoprix. Although we couldn’t find washcloths, we found bath mits… kind of like […]
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