There are nearly 15,000 monthly searches for “hello in English” on Google in France! A recent study conducted by Preply looks at the words and expressions most frequently translated by French Internet users, highlighting a marked interest in basic vocabulary terms. This trend raises questions about the level of English of the French and their use of search engines for translations.
The basic expressions highly searched for on Google?
According to the‘study According to Prepley, the most frequently searched terms for translation on Google are surprisingly basic. “Hello in English” is the champion with 14,800 monthly searches, challenging the idea that only complex terms pique user interest when searching for translations online. This suggests that search engines could be a potential way to improve one’s English skills, although online courses remain the most effective solution.
What are the most searched days of the week?
Translation searches for days of the week show a noticeable discrepancy. Searches for “Thursday in English” are six times higher than those for “Monday in English”. This disparity could be linked to spelling difficulties, with some users using Google not only to translate, but also to confirm correct spelling. “Thursday” thus seems to pose more mnemonic challenges than “Monday”.
What are the most searched months of the year?
Monthly searches reveal that “month in English” generates nearly 6,600 queries, with a strong preference for the month of March. The reasons for this preference remain unclear, but it is possible that some research is linked to the planet Mars rather than the third month of the year. These results also suggest that Google plays the role of a spell checker.
The level of English of the French and the use of Google
Frequent searches for translations for everyday words indicate that many users are looking to improve their English. The study, based on monthly search volumes, highlights that Google is widely used for quick translations, with the search “translate to English” totaling 135,000 queries per month. However, while these search engines are useful in times of need, they are not a permanent solution to improving language proficiency.
Improve your English outside of school
To improve their level of English, the study suggests that users can take advantage of alternatives such as interacting with English speakers, reading in English, listening to podcasts, watching films in the original version, playing games video in English or even language trips. The possibilities are varied, and everyone can choose the one that suits them best to progress in the language of Shakespeare.
