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David Issokson

David Issokson is a lifelong language learner and speaks over seven 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 lessons. When not teaching or writing his French Word of the Day lessons, David enjoys his time skiing, hiking and mountain biking in Victor, Idaho.

“Ainsi Bas La Vida” (meaning: Thus low is life; pronunciation ɛ̃si ba la vida) is a hit song by French singer Indila. Released in 2014 on the album Mini World, the song became an instant hit in Europe. In a nutshell, the song is about the singer having feelings for a man who’s mostly likely …

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Bastille Day is the national holiday of France. In French, it is called called La Fête Nationale (pronounced la fɛt nasjɔnal) or La Fête de la Bastille (pronounced la fɛt də la bastij), and is celebrated annually on le quatorze juillet (the 14th of July). Bastille Day traditions include a military parade in Paris and …

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Mon Dieu Song Background “Mon Dieu” (meaning: “my God”; pronunciation: mɔ̃ djø) is a French song made famous by Edith Piaf (1915-1963). Released in 1960 and written by Michel Vaucaire (music) and Charles Dumont (lyrics), Piaf initially rejected the song.

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David Issokson

David Issokson is a lifelong language learner and speaks over seven 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 lessons. When not teaching or writing his French Word of the Day lessons, David enjoys his time skiing, hiking and mountain biking in Victor, Idaho.

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