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Questions tagged [french-language]

Oral and written human communication particularly connected with the peoples of France.

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How can I get people to speak the local language to me?

I went to Paris 2 years ago. When I was there, I was learning the language by talking and listening to the local people. But, while I was trying to speak French with them, they would speak English to me. I am going back this november. What can I do…
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What is the difference between "Gazole" and "Diesel" in France?

I am driving a car with a Diesel engine. I always thought that "Gazole" and "Diesel" were synonymous to each other, only to drive in a gas station which mentioned both terms, as in "Gazole" and "Diesel extra". This made me wonder if there is a…
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How to overcome the language barrier when visiting France and Spain?

I may be traveling to France and Spain for business purposes, and I'm likely to mix some pleasure with that business trip. I do not expect many language issues during the business conversations. However, when I go out sightseeing or touring the…
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How useful/important is French in Montreal?

I'm going to be in Montreal for several weeks-months for work this fall. I don't speak a word of French. It's my understanding that Montreal is the primary anglophone enclave for Quebec and that English is widely spoken. I've also been told that…
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What’s this symbol in Europe that looks a bit like an upside-down V, or ⩘?

I noticed on a bistrot's price board, this symbol was used to denote prices. It looks a little bit like an upside-down V, and the closest match shapecatcher.com could find was ⩘. It could also be compared to a segment of a sawtooth wave. An example…
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I got a little yellow sticker on top right corner of my french identity card, saying 102 A?

I got a little yellow sticker on top right corner of my french identity card, saying 102 A? Does anyone know what that is?
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After that Visa expired, re-entering US with ESTA to take a flight back to Europe

I'm a French citizen with a US J1 visa that will expire in 2 days. In 2 days I will visit Canada, and I would like to re-enter USA 10 days later just to take my flight back to France. I thought it was possible for up to 1 month after visa…
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What is the Tanger GR bus terminal destination?

I would like to check buses from Tanger to Tetouan but I have one problem. I can't figure out whether it is Tanger MED or Tanger. The page I've found it is in French. Here is the page: http://www.ctm.ma/horaires-et-tarifs/acheter-un-billet You can…
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What does the sign on the bathroom door in a French airplane read when there is someone using it?

The author of my favorite webcomic asked about this on Twitter. I wasn't sure whether to post this on Aviation (but they redirect passenger-side aviation questions here) or on the French stack, but I decided to post it here since there might be…
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How do I know if my visa application is approved

I had applied for France visa two months ago. I had been asked to provide a document after a month or so. I have not yet obtained the requested document, though, had notified the visa center. Today, I received this message: Your application ref no.…
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French passport has my maiden name

My French passport shows my first name followed by my maiden name followed by the word "spouse" followed by my married name. My Australian passport shows my first name followed by my married name only. Can I enter Vietnam on my EU passport coming…
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Chinese Citizen Apply for French Visa (Passport Talent) in USA with H1B Extension Pending Approval

My H-1B visa expired on Aug 28, 2020, and my employer in the US applied for an extension for my H-1B on Aug 13, 2020. Per the 240 days rule, I can legally stay in the US and continue to work while my extension is pending for approval with USCIS. I…
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How does one make friends alone in Paris?

I am going to be living alone in Paris for 6 months for an internship. As far as I know, I don't know anybody who lives there or is gonna be there at the same time. I am a relatively introverted person, so I am a bit nervous about making friends. I…
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France visa duration

If I am traveling to France for 4 months and I apply for long stay visa, visa issued to me will be valid for 4months only or 6 months?
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I have a French residence permit. Do I need a visa if I transit in the UK?

As said in the title, I have a French residence permit and I would like to know if I need a UK visa if I transit there? Thank you!
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