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Abigail Nobes

If you are learning French you might’ve heard of Verlan. The elusive and cryptic version of French, often referred to as speaking backwards in French. But what is Verlan? Verlan is basically a type of slang most commonly used in ‘les banlieues’ by young people. It’s often regarded as an identity marker, as it is …

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Ever wondered what the English are actually on about? Why it’s tipping it down, or raining cats and dogs? Then this article is for you! Keep reading to find out the meanings of 10 English idiomatic expressions.   Too many cooks spoil the broth This is more of a traditional English idiom, which basically means …

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