Beth Taylor

Beth is an ESL and French teacher originating from the UK. After teaching English in France for over 6 years she became a digital nomad. She now works as a teacher and freelance translator while travelling around Europe, experiencing new cultures and learning new languages along the way.

Beth Taylor

“Partir” Conjugation in French: Get Ready to Leave with Our Guide

The French word partir is an irregular verb that can be used in numerous different circumstances, but by far the most common is to say “leave”. It’s also one of the most frequently used verbs in the French language, so if you want to talk about leaving in French, then you need to learn the …

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How to Say “Please” in French in Every Situation

Manners don’t cost a thing, so there’s no excuse for not saying “please” and “thank you”. Whenever you visit a foreign country, it’s basic courtesy to know how to say a few simple words in the local language: “hello”, “goodbye”, “please”, and “thank you”. If you’re new to learning French or are planning a trip …

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At Your Service: Understanding the “Servir” Conjugation in French

Servir is a French verb with many different meanings, but the most widely used and the most important translation is “to serve”. You can use this verb to talk about serving food, pouring drinks, helping people, and also to explain the purpose of something. The servir conjugation in French can help you in a lot …

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Is French Hard to Learn? Answering the Question Once and for All

English speakers are often put off by the smooth pronunciation and fast pace of the French language. It’s considered to be one of the most beautiful languages in the world, with many people wanting to learn it, so why do English speakers think that it’s so difficult? We’re going to look at all aspects of …

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Say It Ain’t So: How to Use the “Dire” Conjugation in French

The verb “dire” means to say or to tell. We use the dire conjugation in French to express or transmit words, ideas, thoughts or information, either verbally or in writing, or even through gestures. As a rule of thumb, the translation of dire is “say” when there is no indirect object of the sentence, and …

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When to Use Savoir vs. Connaître to Say “I Know” in French

What do German words kennen and wissen, Spanish words ​​saber and conocer, and French words savoir and connaître have in common? They all mean “to know”. Indeed, when you translate “know” into different languages, there are often two different verbs, with slightly different meanings. While it may seem confusing at first glance, you’ll quickly discover …

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“Sortir” Conjugation: How to Talk About Going Out in French

Have you ever seen a big sign in a French airport, train station, or shopping mall that read “sortie”? These signs guide you to the nearest exit, and the word sortie comes from the French verb sortir, meaning go out, leave or exit. The sortir conjugation is irregular and can seem tricky at first glance, …

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Fastest Way to Learn French: Master French as Quick as Possible with These Techniques

Learning a language can take years to master, but what if there were shortcuts to help you get there a little bit faster? Whether you’re getting ready for a romantic getaway, a work trip, semester abroad or making a permanent move to a French-speaking country, you need to know the fastest way to learn French. …

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