Your guide to all things Français

Discover simple solo methods to practice speaking French alone and boost your confidence, even without a conversation partner.

Discover a personal story of language learning that highlights the gap between textbook French and real spoken French with cultural insights.

Wondering why French is difficult? Learn why French challenges learners and how to overcome your frustration with practical speaking tips.

Wondering why you can’t understand French, even after years of study? Discover the gap between textbook French and real spoken French, and how to fix it.

Curious about Duolingo’s limits? This Duolingo French review explains how to move from app practice to real French conversations.

Learn how to sound native in French by using “bad” French: informal greetings, dropping words, and speaking like locals do every day.

Struggling with French pronunciation? These beginner tips focus on the 5 sounds learners often get wrong, with simple exercises to be better understood.

Want to become more fluent in French? Get a step-by-step plan based on your current skill level, plus practical tips to make progress fast.

Learn how to think in French so you can stop translating and speak with confidence. Simple daily exercises to improve your spoken French, fast.

Practice French tongue twisters to boost your pronunciation! Learn how to say difficult French words clearly and confidently in this fun lesson.