Tell us: What's the one French language tip you wish you had known before moving to France?

We all know that the French you learn in the classroom isn't the same as the French you hear and use everyday in France - but what's the one thing you wish you had known before moving?
Whether it's a grammar shortcut, and easy way to explain what you mean or a language faux pas that you wish someone hard warned you about, we'd love to hear from you.
Your answers may form the basis of an article to share your tips with other French learners.
You can also hear the team from The Local talking about the language tips they wished they had known in the latest episode of the Talking France podcast. Download it here or listen on the link below.
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Whether it's a grammar shortcut, and easy way to explain what you mean or a language faux pas that you wish someone hard warned you about, we'd love to hear from you.
Your answers may form the basis of an article to share your tips with other French learners.
You can also hear the team from The Local talking about the language tips they wished they had known in the latest episode of the Talking France podcast. Download it here or listen on the link below.
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