If you’re learning French, and looking to understand the basics of the language, then you’re in the right place. This page contains introductions to all the French language-learning essentials, including basic phrases, French books and films, and even some of the history of the language. We’re going to be adding resources to this page on a regular basis. Make sure you check back regularly to get all our resources for French language learners!
This guide serves as an introduction of-sorts to the French language learning process. We’re going to start off by taking a look at the most rudimentary skills you need to learn, before moving on to the more complicated stuff as we (and you) go along.
There’s more than one way you can use this guide. If you’ve just started learning the French language, that’s totally fine – this guide is for you. But it’s also here to supplement those of you who are a bit further along in your learning journey. Wherever you’re at, we’ve got something for everyone. Feel free to skip some sections if you think that will help you get there faster.
Basic French Phrases and Words
If you want to have a basic, everyday conversation in French, you need to master the basics first. Fortunately, this is the easy bit!
Everyone knows how to say bonjour! But how about all the other ways you can say “hi” in French? Yep, there are different greetings for different contexts.
French Media
There’s lots of great French television shows out there if you want to learn French. From crime thrillers to news and current affairs, we’ve compiled a list of the best shows.
Podcasts are a great way to learn a new language. They’re lots of fun and the beauty is that you can listen to them while you go about your daily chores. They contain some great resources for French language learners.
French Movies You Can Stream Right Now
French cinema boasts some of the most daring and hilarious movies ever created! Laugh along and grip the edge of your seat as you watch French movies that will also help you learn more about the language, including how to pronounce specific words.
There’s so much reading material out there that will help you learn the French language. Our experts have narrowed things down and picked out 8 of their personal favourite books that will help you learn French.
General French Facts
As well as enlarging your French vocabulary, we also have a whole load of fun and interesting articles on some really cool French/France facts. Some interesting resources for French language learners!
How Many French Speakers Are There?
Did you know – for example – that most people who speak French don’t actually live in France? (Hint: They’re spread out around Africa).
Of course France speaks French. But who else does? The answers might surprise you.
How Easy Is It To Learn French?
Or how hard is it? Find out here what tends to prevent people from immersing themselves in the French language.
Like all languages, the French language started somewhere – but where? Let’s find out.
Bastille Day seems to be France’s biggest holiday. There are parades, street parties and fireworks. But why all the fuss? What does it commemorate?
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