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Free online courseFrench for beginners

Duration of the online course: 5 hours and 18 minutes

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Learn French online with the comprehensive course for beginners from Language City, covering essentials from alphabet to useful verbs, idiomatic expressions, and more.

In this free course, learn about

  • French Basics: Alphabet, Numbers, and Greetings
  • Essential Vocabulary and Idiomatic Expressions
  • Verbs in Context: -ER Verbs, Questions, and Common Expressions
  • Key Structures: Il y a, Pronunciation, and Savoir vs Connaître
  • Mastering Negation and Correct Written French
  • Phrasal Verbs and Listening Practice

Course Description

Embark on a comprehensive journey into the French language with the French for Beginners course by Language City. Tailored for those venturing into this Romance language for the first time, this course covers a broad spectrum of fundamental topics essential for building a solid linguistic foundation.

Start with the basics as you delve into the French alphabet, familiarize yourself with unique sounds, and master the use of definite articles. Progress through structured modules that introduce counting from one to twenty, essential body parts, and common greetings, enabling you to navigate everyday conversations.

Further enrich your understanding with lessons dedicated to proper nouns and useful exclamations. Diverse adjectives and idiomatic expressions offer a glimpse into the nuances that distinguish French communication. Harness the power of verbs by exploring the present tense of crucial ones like être and commonly used -ER verbs, essential for fluent conversations.

Grasp the art of asking questions with lessons on crafting effective yes/no inquiries. Discover the practical uses of faire expressions and illuminate your understanding with discussions on the differences between savoir and connaître, two verbs often surrounded by complexity.

Refine your grasp of grammar with an examination of the negative form, learning details that distinguish native-like proficiency. Continuously improve with insights on common mistakes found in instructional materials, and polish your writing skills for more formal communication.

Transcend the basics by translating phrasal verbs and engaging in listening comprehension exercises designed around various contexts including dates. These exercises provide valuable practice in understanding the rhythmic flow of French, enhancing your ability to comprehend real-life conversations.

This course is a gateway to effective communication in French, ensuring you acquire the necessary skills to progress with confidence.

Course content

  • Video class: French lesson #1 for beginners: French alphabet / French sounds / Definite 27m
  • Exercise: Which of the following reasons was mentioned for creating a new French language method?
  • Video class: Lec?on #2: Counting from one to 20 / parts of the body / Greetings 18m
  • Exercise: How is the number 10 pronounced in French when followed by a vowel?
  • Video class: French lesson #3 for beginners: Proper nouns in French / useful exclamations / Useful Adjectives 21m
  • Exercise: What is the French pronunciation for 'Miami'?
  • Video class: French lesson #4 for beginners: idiomatic words 17m
  • Video class: French lesson for beginners: Present tense of être 28m
  • Exercise: Understanding French Liaisons and Pronunciation
  • Video class: French lesson #7 for beginners: examples of the most useful -ER verbs in the present tense 18m
  • Exercise: What does the French verb 'fermer' mean?
  • Video class: French lesson #8 for beginners: more useful -er verbs 24m
  • Exercise: Which verb means 'to vacuum' in French?
  • Video class: French lesson: asking yes/no questions in French (secrets about questions in French) 40m
  • Exercise: What percentage of the time is the third, formal way of asking yes/no questions used in spoken French?
  • Video class: French I: Faire expressions in French (useful list) 34m
  • Exercise: What does the French verb 'faire' translate to in English?
  • Video class: French lesson: Il y a 06m
  • Exercise: How is 'there is/there are' expressed in French in fast speech?
  • Video class: Practice of French r 05m
  • Exercise: What is the key feature of pronouncing the French 'r' sound?
  • Video class: French lesson on savoir vs connaître (the secret no one knows) 13m
  • Exercise: What's the correct use of 'connaître' in French?
  • Video class: Negative form in French (details that make a difference) 21m
  • Exercise: What is a common mistake when learning French negative form?
  • Video class: Mistakes found in French books/methods part 2 08m
  • Exercise: What is a commonly misunderstood use of 'ne... pas' in French grammar according to the video?
  • Video class: Proper French: improve your writing skills 06m
  • Video class: Translation of phrasal verbs in French 15m
  • Video class: Listening comprehension exercise on phrasal verbs 04m
  • Video class: French listening comprehension exercise on dates 04m

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