Is Friday the 13th a day of good luck or bad luck? Opinions vary. Here are a few key symbols of superstition. Personally, I like to see it as a lucky day, and I wish you a fantastic one!
Verlan is a type of French slang that involves reversing the syllables of a word. The term ‘verlan’ itself comes from the French word ‘l’envers,’ meaning ‘reverse.’ Here are a few examples to illustrate how it works:
You will come across multiple examples in everyday life. Here are a few more:
The concept of “rentrée” is uniquely French. It marks not only the beginning of the school year but also the start of a new academic cycle. This idea extends beyond education, influencing political, social, and cultural spheres as well. “Rentrée” also symbolizes the end of the holidays, the fading of summer, and the return to a new rhythm and routine for everyone.
The school year does not begin on a fixed date; it typically falls in early September, though the exact day varies each year. This year, in France, it’s on Monday, September 2nd.
When you encounter the acronym of an international organization in French, reverse the letters to find its English equivalent. Refer to the list below.
Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the modern Olympic Games and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), originally established the Latin motto “Citius, Altius, Fortius” (Faster, Higher, Stronger). Since 2021, it has been extended to include “Communiter” (Together). This motto embodies the spirit of striving for excellence and unity, which is celebrated through the awarding of gold, silver, and bronze medals.
If you’re traveling in France this summer, never put ice cubes in your wine glass. Wine is sacred, and you mustn’t add anything to it. Who knows how the French might interpret that!
