About David Issokson

David Issokson is a lifelong language enthusiast. His head is swimming with words and sounds as he speaks over six languages. Of all the languages he speaks, he's the most passionate about French! David has helped hundreds of students to improve their French in his private online lessons. When procrastinating working on his site, FrenchLearner.com, David enjoys his time skiing and hiking in Teton Valley, Idaho.

French Songs: 18 Top French Hits You’ll Love

French-language music can pep up your playlists and help you explore the language and culture of France with a smile. As the world’s leading resource for analyzing the grammar and vocabulary of popular French songs, we’ve broken down many popular French classics to help, including all the hits on this list.

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French appetizers: 20 Hors d’oeuvres You Will Love

We’ve adopted the name “hors d’oeuvres” and many delicious recipes from France. But what appetizers, or apéritifs, do the French like to eat? Here are 20 mouthwatering examples from across the Atlantic to liven up your next dinner party, complete with recipe links.

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20 Most Famous French Women In History

We can learn a lot about a country through the larger-than-life personalities that shaped its culture. In that spirit, here’s our guide to the 20 most famous French women of all time, each a national icon that rewrote history.

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How To Watch French TV Online

To give language learners a helping hand, we’ve compiled a guide on how to watch French TV online. Ideal for anyone looking to spice up their viewing schedule or get some helpful French lessons wrapped up in engaging drama à la française.

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My Name Is in French: 6 Ways To Introduce Yourself

How do you say “My name is” in French?

If you want to introduce yourself in French, the most common way to say “My name is” is “Je m’appelle” (Pronunciation: ʒə ma pɛl). The literal meaning of je m’appelle is “I call myself”. In French, there are several other ways of introducing youself which we will cover on this page. Keep reading.

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10 Most Famous French Models

Paris Fashion Show is nothing without beautiful professionals to showcase the latest creations. From muse to icon, here are ten famous French models who have lit up the catwalks of Paris and beyond.

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