If you’re thinking about learning a new language, you’re not alone. Language learners around the world are weighing their options and wondering which language is worth the time and effort. French deserves your attention. It’s more than just a beautiful language. Being bilingual in French brings real benefits: from career growth to academic access to […]
Language Learning
French Office of Immigration and Integration (OFII) Replaced with Online Platform
The OFII French language lessons offered by the French Office of Immigration and Integration are going fully online. The new platform intends to completely replace the traditional in-person lessons for the majority of learners enrolled in the program. Fr. Philip Johnson, Language Studies Expert, shares his thoughts on this development: A digital revolution is on […]
6pm in Paris: Netflix Meets MasterClass for Learning French
It’s 6pm in Paris: and it’s time for you to learn French! Fr. Philip Johnson features 6pm in Paris: a new French language learning platform that combines elements of Netflix and MasterClass. 6pm in Paris is the newest language learning platform — and it’s specific to learning French! French Language Translator Fr. Philip Johnson is […]
Top Language Learning Apps for French, Spanish and German
In 2025, there are more language learning platforms available than ever before. Gone are the days of Rosetta Stone’s exclusivity. Now, there are plenty of smartphone apps for learning languages like French, Spanish and German. Fr. Philip Johnson, French Translator, shares his favorite language learning apps available today: Fr. Philip Johnson, Hofstra University Foreign Language […]
Common French Phrases For Beginners
Mastering basic phrases is a great way to exhibit conversational fluency. Once you’ve learned the basics, phrases can work as a great segue into a deeper conversation. Here are Fr. Philip Johnson’s most common French phrases: Basic phrases can be a great way to continue the conversation. When you first begin to learn the French […]
