Do you read in French? If you’re learning French, I hope you do! And I’m here to help you find more French reading material. I’ve searched the web for a variety of reading resources that will help you learn French more quickly. The best part is: they won’t cost you a penny! And in case […]
MOREHow to Speak French: The Faster Way to Learn French
So you want to learn how to speak French? Très bien!! I’m going to show you how to learn French, the fast way. Millions of language learners around the world are already learning the French language, so you’re in great company. Plus, there are quite a few French-speaking countries (29 to be exact!) where you […]
MORE17 Ways to Say “Yes” in French
“Yes” in French is oui. And if you’re learning French and want to sound like a native speaker, there are so many more ways to say “yes” in French. Think about how often you say “yes” in English, and how often you replace it with other words like “yep”, “yeah”, “okay”, “sure thing”, “of course” […]
MOREHow to Say “My Love” in French (Plus 28 More Romantic French Words and Phrases)
Are you wondering how to express your love in French? It’s no secret that French is widely considered to be one of the most romantic languages with many romantic expressions. For example, “my love” in French is mon amour. Even if you don’t know what French-speakers are saying, the sound of the language is just […]
MORE60+ Essential French Phrases for Beginners to Start Speaking Now
What are some French sayings? What are the most common phrases in French? And can learning a few powerful French phrases really help you start speaking right away? Absolutely! Even if you’ll only be spending a short time in the country, learning a few basic French phrases can be very rewarding and make a big […]
MORE“Merry Christmas” in French – How to Have a “Joyeux Noël” [In-Depth Guide]
Wondering how to say “Merry Christmas” in French? Here’s the quick answer: it’s Joyeux Noël! Not enough for you? I agree! Twinkling lights, jolly songs, and delicious food: the end-of-year holidays are upon us! If you’re here, there’s a good chance that you’re a Christmas fan. Well, me too! And I’m also French, so I […]
MORE10 Ways to Say “Goodbye” in French
Here is a quick list of common ways to say “goodbye” in French: au revoir – “goodbye” salut – “bye” à bientôt – “see you soon” à demain – “see you tomorrow” adieu – “farewell” au revoir, mon ami – “goodbye, my friend” If you’re not in a rush and you’re asking yourself one of […]
MORE3 Language Lessons I Learned on my First Visit to France
I was sitting on a plane for a 4-hour flight from home. My sister and I were traveling for the first time to France. I was ready to speak French with anyone. I was eager to (parler la langue de Molière*. From Fluent in 3 Months and Benny, I learned you can create an immersion […]
MOREFrench Numbers: Counting in French from 1-100+
Do you want to learn how to count in French? If you’re looking to get a handle on French numbers, I’ve got you and your Eiffel Tower keychain covered. In this article, I explain everything you need to master counting in French. I’ll walk you through both cardinal numbers (“one, two, three..) and ordinal numbers […]
MORELearn 300 French Cognates in Just a Few Minutes
With French cognates, you can learn hundreds of French words in a matter of minutes. French cognates are words that are spelled the same in English and French. There are hundreds of these words. To put it another way, even if you’ve never spent a single minute learning French, you already know a lot of French words. That’s because French […]
MORE111 Core French Words — The Most Commonly Used Words in French
Want to jumpstart your French by learning the core words you need to understand the language? With about 100 French words, you can understand the majority of what you hear. It’s important to learn the right words, though! These words are those that appear most in newspapers, novels, and even conversations. Why? Many words like […]
MORE16 Different Ways to Say “Thank You” in French
Learning to say “thank you” in French is one of the most important things you will ever do. Why? It’s simple. Figure out the culture of your target language and you will find the heart of its people. And France loves a person with good manners. Learn what’s considered polite in your target language. That’s […]
MORE5 Brilliant Workouts to Flex Your French Writing Muscles
Writing in French can seem like a difficult skill to learn. That’s why it’s important to practice your French writing. After all, writing is one of the four essential language skills. The path to polishing your French writing skills is simple but requires commitment. I assure you that writing in French is only a matter […]
MOREHow I Learned French on the Toilet in 6 Months
This is a true story. The events depicted in this text took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 2013. That is a good start for this story because I know it might sound unbelievable for one or two folks out there, but I guarantee you that at the time, I was as shameless as the […]
MOREHow I (Finally) Learned French after 10 Language Fails
How to fail at languages? Let me count the ways. At one of our summer parties this year, I said three sentences in French and the crowd broke out into a unison song of “Ohhhhh. Ahhhhh!” My monolingual friends are often amazed when they hear me speak a foreign language. It’s a reaction that I […]
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