French has a long history as an international language. Until recently it was the international language of diplomacy and is still a working language in many organizations such as the UN, the International Olympic committee and the Red Cross. Over 280 million people speak French and it is an official language in numerous countries, including France, Canada and Belgium, as well as many African and South East Asian regions where former colonies and religious missions have had a significant cultural impact. Our French translation services can enable you to access this large foreign market.
Regional Variations
The two main variations of French used for commercial purposes are French for France and French for Canada, although other variants such as Creole are often requested. The main differences in French for Canada and French for France derive from the differing vocabulary as a result of geography (proximity to other cultures), history and government legislation.