The Influence of French on Vietnamese Language

Languages are often the privileged witnesses of the cultural melting pot that shapes a country. Thus, the French language multiplies its legacies: from Latin to Greek through Arabic or even English. Conversely, the language of Moliรจre also influenced foreign languages, this being due in particular to French colonialism but not only. Cultural exchanges leave traces […]
English, French, Vietnamese: which language for which use?

Emerging countries are popular destinations for economic and cultural expatriates. Among them, Vietnam ranks 14th among the destinations favored by expatriates. Benefiting from booming economic growth and an attractive culture, Vietnam is developing into a true international melting pot. So in Ho Chi Minh, we speak Vietnamese, of course, but also French, English, and many […]
Where to Speak Foreign Languages in Saigon ?

You have followed your language lessons diligently, carried out your exercises with seriousness, and you now feel ready to move from theory to practice and try your new skills in a different setting? You have learned a language some time ago and are looking for opportunities to dive back into it without necessarily having to […]
Best French Comic Books for Kids & Adults

If the United States and Japan appear to be the undisputed world leaders when it comes to the production of comics (and Manga), let’s not forget that the French world is far from being left behind, with countless authors and iconic series, with readers staying true to their own culture! Indeed, according to a study […]
Top 10 Most Famous French Landmarks

Are you planning a trip to France? Do you want to discover more about the culture of this thousand-year-old country, and put your linguistic skills into practice? Atelier An Phu tells you about the most popular tourist sites in France. Let’s discover together the emblematic places of France which attract the most visits each year. […]
Public Holidays in France

It’s no secret that the French are very attached to their vacations and public holidays! If the French is privileged with a minimum of 5 weeks of vacation per year, one of the longest durations in the world, they are however far from getting the most public holidays. Indeed, the World Record goes to Myanmar, […]
All About French Cheeses

It was about time to tackle this subject that fascinates the French as much as it surprises foreigners: cheese! Treasure of French gastronomy, if of course cheese is not French exclusive, no other country in the world produces such a variety of cheeses, (more than 1200!) nor consumes it in so many forms, or exports […]