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Why learn French? Pourquoi apprendre le français ?

Why learn French? Pourquoi apprendre le français ?

Listed here are 10 good reasons to learn French. Let me know what you think in the comments below, and if anyone can guess what all the French phrases mean, I’ll give you a prize!

1. Live happier, be richer
(le cerveau français vaut deux anglais)

OK, this applies to any language – but studies consistently show those with a second (or more) language live happier lives and make more money in work. A 2004 Michel Thomas report said that lifetime earnings increase by as much as £145,000 on average, while having greater success at dating as they were considered “more intelligent” and “sexier”.

2. You’re in good company
(vous n’êtes pas seule !)

The French government is teaching the language to over 750,000 people through its network of cultural institutions throughout the world. They are added to the 200 million people who speak French on 5 continents. Enough said. Continue Reading

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