Collection: French

French is a romantic language that started in France. It grew from Latin, the language of the Roman Empire. Now, French is not just spoken in France but also in Canada, parts of Africa, and other places. Over 220 million people speak French. It's a big language for culture, diplomacy, and business. French has many global influences. The language closest to French is probably Occitan, spoken in parts of southern France. Both have similar sounds and words. If you understand French, you might catch some Occitan phrases.