La Chandeleur

Written by Qualified Language Expert Laura K Lawless BA International Studies

In: Reading B2, Politics, History & Economics, Celebrations & Important Dates, Listening or Seeing C1, Politics, History & Economics, Celebrations & Important Dates

Discussion of this reading exercise: 2

The 2nd of February is known as Chandeleur, la fête des chandelles, or le jour des crêpes - learn all about it in this video. Below, you'll find the transcript - click any phrase to read the English and follow links to related French grammar lessons.

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• How to make crêpes (video)
• Chandeleur proverbs

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• More French reading practice

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