Learn to speak French, the language of love and utility Best known as the language of love, French is also a language of incredible utility. When you learn to speak French, you will find that French is spoken and appreciated in many parts of the globe. Originally deriving from the Latin family, French is one of the most romantic languages; it has a certain "J' ne ce qouis" - "I know not what" - quality about it, different to any other language. Your French language books will hold a strong appeal and adrenalin-pumped excitement for you as you learn how to speak French. Top 10 attractions of learning to speak French - Latin history When you learn to speak French, you will notice that the history of the language comes from Latin, so there are many familiar root words to draw from
- Usefulness Your French language books will teach you that French is widely spoken in Canada, Algeria, Nigeria, Morocco, Luxembourg, Belgium, Switzerland, Madagascar, Cambodia, Vietnam and New Caledonia
- Popular French is the tenth most spoken language in the world
- Travel If you learn how to speak French before traveling through France, you will experience the culture more intimately and poetically
- Expand your English vocabulary You will gain a deeper understanding of English when you learn to speak French, as French is a major source from which English words have evolved
- International versatility French is an official language of the United Nations, the International Olympic Committee and the International Red Cross
- Speech pathology Surprisingly, when you learn to speak French and master its unique pronunciation, you will awaken facial muscles you have never used before!
- Career advancement More companies are recruiting more candidates who know how to speak French and who have a high French-language proficiency
- Navigate the investment world The France language will give you a boost into the worldwide economic, investment and sharemarket community
- Heightened culture awareness As you learn how to speak French, you will realise how profoundly, creatively and artistically the French culture has influenced the world.
What is unique about French culture and art? - Literature Many of the best loved writings are adapted from French authors, such as the existentialist philosopher, Jean Paul Sartre, and Marcel Proust, the famous author of Remembrance of Things
- Art French artists like Toulouse-Lautrec, Claude Monet and Marcel Duchamp jointly formed the artistic style of the Western world
- Cuisine Experience the fusion of modern and classical dishes like quiche, crepes and the famous "Croque Monsieur" and "Croque Madame", when you learn to speak French
- Historical renaissance It was the old-world French culture that greatly influenced the Western world at the turn of last century
- Fashion Paris is the undisputed fashion capital of the world, with its leading haute-couture houses like Chanel, which sets trends in the fashion circuit worldwide
- - Networking In Australia, you have countless opportunities to mix and mingle with other French speakers in social groups such as the French-Australian Association
- Travel Did you know that French is the official language of 29 countries? When you learn how to speak French, you will find that doors open for you in all spheres of life.
 3 skills you will pick up through your French language books Master the language of French with your French language book. Your books will guide you in: - Pronunciation When learning how to speak French, you will find there are many silent letters which are not heard by the human ear
- Countless dialects Once you understand how to speak French, you will discover the range of different dialects in which French is spoken
- Awareness of "formal" and "non-formal" There are instances when you learn to speak French where you should use "Tu" (an informal version of the word "you") and "Vous" (a formal version of "you"). Your French language books will highlight the differences and appropriate pronunciation.
What are the great tourist sights of France? When you understand how to speak French, you will discover that this magical country boasts great museums, breathtaking architecture and countless historic monuments such as: - The Eiffel Tower
- Basilica of St Denis
- Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Reims
- Chinon
- Louvre Pyramid
- The Centre Pompidou
- The Versailles Castle
- Les Invalides
- Garnier's Paris Opera
- The Palais Royal
- Luxembourg Palace and Gardens.
Whichever characteristics fascinate you most about the French language, culture and history, our French language books will be your portal into this paradise of incredible intrigue. Sign up for your French language books today. |  |