Small talk about the weather is a universal icebreaker. For learners of French at the beginner level, discussing the weather is not only practical but also gives you the chance to practice your vocabulary and conversational skills. To keep it simple I’ve listed 30...
Usually my students’ main goal is around speaking and communicating with French native speakers but it’s not always easy to know what level you are at, is it? Certainly, if you’re following a specific course or book, it will often mention if it’s A1 or B1 for...
As your French teacher, I love to share ways to keep your language learning engaging. Today, I’m here to share some fun and effective strategies that go far beyond the traditional textbook approach. If you have predominantly been learning in this classic way and are...
Today, let’s embark on a delightful journey to the heart of France’s Champagne region, a place where the clink of glasses echoes the rich history and savoir-faire of the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine. And what better way to start our...
As the Christmas decorations appear everywhere, we know it’s that magical time of the year again – Christmas! In French we call it ‘Noël’. In France, Noël is also a time for heartfelt connections, expressed beautifully through the tradition of sending Christmas...
Whether you’re planning a trip to France or simply want to impress your friends at a local French restaurant, knowing some key French phrases for dining out is essential. Here I will take you through a range of phrases, sorted by difficulty level, from A1...
