1/ Being able to speak French is a privilege. Why is this so?
The French language has an enviable reputation all over the world. Wherever you travel, being able to speak French will label you as a discerning, well-educated person, whatever your proficiency level is. France has a long and rich cultural heritage, and a lively, up-to-date cultural scene featuring festivals, theatre, literature, fashion and cuisine. For example, the French cinema industry produces 120 to 150 fiction movies a year, which are considered by critics to be the best quality alternative to Hollywood cinema, and Paris has the world's highest density of cinemas.
To enter this unique cultural world and get the most out of it, French is an invaluable asset.