KennyR:
Yeah, the current French authorities seem to have a real superiority complex when it comes to using foreign languages in day to day speech. They do everything to stop English words sneaking into life in France. I can see why they want to preserve the French language, but from here what they're doing looks like pure arrogance.
well, to be fair, the French have been VERY protective of the language forever. I mean, they have always been like this. My mother is a polyglot and i have some insight into this. :-D
you may find it silly or even stupid. Personally, i have no feelings about it. it's their language and they have the right to do whatever they wish. Anyway, these rules are made by a bunch of scolars who announce these things. Language is a flexible, living thing. And slang and new words get used by the regular people all the time.
