How do you start a French conversation for beginners?
As a learner myself, I totally understand how starting a conversation in French as a beginner can be both exciting and daunting. Excting because of the prospect of opening a new door, meeting someone new, start something new... Daunting because you're not sure you'll...
Netflix French Series ‘Lupin’
If you love series that have a mix of Mystery, Thriller and Espionage, you cannot miss Lupin and chances are you’ve already heard of this super popular Netflix series called: Lupin Just in case here is the official trainer (or if you fancy hearing Omar Sy’s dulcet...
French vocabulary: Days of week in French
Learning a new language like French can be an exciting and enriching experience. If you're interested in learning French, one of the first things you'll want to master is the days of the week. It will allow you to talk about your life, what your weekly routine looks...
Everything you need to know about French Reflexive Verbs
Did you know that reflexive verbs do exist in English, but they are not as commonly used as they are in French. In English, reflexive verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun "self" (singular) or "selves" (plural) to the end of a verb. For example: • I cut...
Difficult French words to pronounce
Bonjour mes amis Francophiles! There are several reasons why French can be tricky to pronounce for English speakers: 1. French has a complex set of pronunciation rules that can be difficult for English speakers to learn. For example, French has many silent letters,...
How to Spot French Shortened Words
Bonjour, mes chers apprenants en français! Let’s be honest that it can be hard for learners to hear and understand spoken French with shortened forms and contractions due to the fact that they don’t match what the words look like on paper. You may be more familiar...
How to React to Good News in French
When learning French you may need to know how to react to good news in a variety of situations, including personal, academic, or professional contexts. For example: • A friend tells you they just got engaged, or a family member shares that they are expecting a baby....
Conversation Starters to Keep You From Getting Lost For Words Whatever your French Level
Having a few conversation starters up your sleeve whatever your level can be essential for several reasons, especially if conversing in French is daunting to you as a learner. Firstly, conversation starters can help ease you into a conversation. If you're nervous...
50 Common French Words You’re Probably Pronouncing Wrong
As you start your French language learning journey, you’ll discover French cognates and how they can be a little tricky to spot, especially for beginners, but they're a great way to build your vocabulary quickly and easily. For example, take the word "a place" and "la...
How to Say My Your His Her Our Their in French
Understanding and using possessives like "my," "your," "his," "her," "our," and "their" in French is an essential part of the language. These possessives are used to show ownership and relationships, and they are a key aspect of communicating effectively in French....