French Language Day

French Language Day

March 20, 2023

Experience the beauty of French on French Language Day - brush up on your language skills and add a touch of elegance to your day!

Category
Cultural
when is it?
March 20
Country
World
Celebrate French Language Day on March 20th and embrace the beauty of the language! French is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with over 220 million people speaking it across all five continents. It has a history that dates back to the 6th century, when it was first used as a lingua franca between European countries. With its elegant syntax, melodious accents and rich culture, it's no wonder that French is still celebrated today. So why not join in the festivities and learn a few words or phrases in this beautiful language?

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How to Celebrate French Language Day

<div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">1. </span>Learn a French phrase</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Take some time to learn a new French phrase every day. Whether it’s a greeting, an expression, or an idiom, learning a new phrase is always exciting and can be a great way to practice your French skills.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">2. </span>Host a French movie night</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Pop some popcorn and pick out a French film for the evening. This can be a great opportunity to watch something in French with friends or family and learn about the culture.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">3. </span>Write poetry in French</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Writing poetry in French can be an excellent way to express yourself and enhance your language skills. Whether it’s writing your own original work or translating an existing poem, this is a great way to celebrate French Language Day.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">4. </span>Listen to Francophone music</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Take some time to listen to some Francophone music from around the world. There is plenty of music from France, as well as other countries that speak French such as Belgium, Canada and Switzerland.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">5. </span>Visit a Francophone city</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">If you have the opportunity to travel, why not take a trip to one of the many Francophone cities around the world? From Paris to Montreal, there are plenty of cities where you can explore and experience the culture firsthand.</p></div>

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French Language Day Dates

Year
Date
Day

2023

Mar 20

Monday

2024

Mar 20

Wednesday

2025

Mar 20

Thursday

2026

Mar 20

Friday

2027

Mar 20

Saturday

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