Famous French People
This French fashion designer revolutionized women's fashion by introducing the "little black dress" and making chic, simple designs popular. Her brand remains one of the most iconic luxury houses in the world.
Coco Chanel
This long, crispy French bread is a staple in nearly every French meal and is often carried under the arm of Parisians.
A baguette
On this day, French children leave their shoes by the fireplace, hoping to receive gifts from Père Noël.
Christmas (Noël)
This famous tower in Paris was originally meant to be a temporary structure for the 1889 World's Fair.
The Eiffel Tower
Laisse tomber
"Drop it"
This French military leader crowned himself Emperor in 1804 and expanded France’s empire across Europe before his defeat at Waterloo.
Napoleon Bonaparte
This dish, made of snails cooked in garlic butter and parsley, is considered a French delicacy.
Escargot
This French holiday, celebrated on July 14, marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille in 1789.
Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale)
This French palace, known for its Hall of Mirrors, was home to Louis XIV, the "Sun King."
Palace of Versailles
Ouf
"Crazy" or "Wow"
This artist’s home in Giverny became the inspiration for many of his paintings, especially his famous depictions of water lilies and Japanese bridges.
Claude Monet
This classic French soup is made from onions and topped with melted cheese and a toasted baguette slice.
French Onion Soup
On January 6th, the French celebrate this holiday by eating a special cake called galette des rois (King’s Cake).
Epiphany (La Fête des Rois)
medieval Catholic cathedral on the Île de la Cité, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, France.
Notre Dame
Sapé(e) comme jamais
"Dressed to kill"
Before retiring from acting in 1973, this legendary French star worked with directors like Roger Vadim and became a muse for artists, musicians, and fashion designers worldwide.
Brigitte Bardot
This dish, meaning "melted cheese," originates from the Alps and involves dipping bread into a pot of melted cheese.
Fondue
In February, people in Nice celebrate this colorful and lively festival, similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Nice Carnival
museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine. It is housed in the former Gare d'Orsay, a Beaux-Arts railway station built between 1898 and 1900. The museum holds mainly French art dating from 1848 to 1914, including paintings, sculptures, furniture, and photography.
musée d'orsay
Arrête de te la péter
Stop showing off
This French singer, known as La Môme (The Little Sparrow), had a tragic yet extraordinary life and became famous for her emotional performances of songs like La Vie en Rose and Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien.
édith piaf
This famous Provençal dish consists of layered, slow-cooked vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes, often mistaken for a Pixar movie title.
Ratatouille
This holiday, celebrated on November 1st, is dedicated to honoring the dead, when families place flowers on graves.
La Toussaint (All Saints’ Day)
royal chapel in the Gothic style, within the medieval Palais de la Cité, the residence of the Kings of France until the 14th century, on the Île de la Cité in the River Seine in Paris, France. Construction began sometime after 1238 and the chapel was consecrated on 26 April 1248
Sainte-Chapelle
Avoir la flemme
Can't be bothered to