Have you ever noticed that quite a lot of people say “bemused” when they really mean “amused”? My theory on why this happens is in my article amused vs bemused; what are your thoughts?
Happy Bastille Day!
14 July is the French national holiday. English speakers call it Bastille Day, but the French name is much more matter-of-fact: le Quatorze Juillet.
Learn more facts and fun stuff about the celebration of Bastille Day and make some French food to celebrate!
Happy Easter!
Today’s the day – here are some links to help hunt for eggs and celebrate this springtime holiday.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to one and all!
Here’s some reading material and ideas for you: Continue reading
Merry Christmas!
I hope you and your families are happy, safe, and warm this holiday season. Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all!
- Vegetarian Christmas Menu
- French Christmas Vocabulary
- Italian Christmas Vocabulary
- Spanish Christmas Vocabulary
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving, as celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, is a uniquely American holiday, but you still might want to talk about it in French, Spanish, or Italian. Here’s some vocabulary to help you get ready for today’s American Thanksgiving – and some vegetarian recipes, just in case.
- French Thanksgiving Vocabulary
- Spanish Thanksgiving Vocabulary
- Italian Thanksgiving Vocabulary
- Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu
