by Alliance Française | Nov 23, 2010 | Blog
A pilot had to have 5 victories over the enemy to be called ” Un As”. Of course we also use the word “as ” in card games, if you are keen on playing ” la belote” or ” le bridge” you’ll know that you have:L’...
by Alliance Française | Nov 10, 2010 | Blog
Did you know that the first flight in France was made in 1890 by the engineer Clément ADER who also invented the word “avion” and influenced the Wright brothers in America ? French aviation history offers a lot of very famous names like Saint...
by Alliance Française | Oct 23, 2010 | Blog
You like speaking French? Why not improve your communication skills with our theatre workshop? Learning in context improves memory, while being involved physically and emotionally will boost your confidence.Join us! All you need is a willingness to participate and a...
by Alliance Française | Oct 16, 2010 | Blog
La mirabelle is a tiny plum slightly bigger than a cherry, it has a nice reddish golden colour and is sweet and juicy. It was first planted in Lorraine, the orchards now produce mirabelles from mid-August to early October.Its name comes from the Latin and means: belle...
by Alliance Française | Oct 8, 2010 | Blog
Michael started to take French lessons last March, he had very little French then. Here are a couple of poems he wrote after 15 hours of French tuition:Ton image dans le miroirTon parfum flotte dans l’airAu point du jour je pleureParce que tu n’es pas...
by Alliance Française | Sep 26, 2010 | Blog
Did you know that our French classes are starting again either the last week of September or the first week of October?We still have a few places left so hurry up and contact us to be assessed and then join!A complete beginner’s class will start in Bristol on...
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