French Essentials

Discover the language of love, culture, and diplomacy with our immersive beginner course

Level: Beginner
Duration: 10 weeks
Students: 2,800+
Course Details

Course Overview

Our French Essentials course is designed specifically for English speakers who want to build a solid foundation in French. You'll learn practical communication skills while gaining insights into French culture and customs.

What You'll Master

🗣️ Daily Conversations

Confidently introduce yourself, order at restaurants, and navigate French-speaking environments

📚 Core Grammar

Understand French sentence structure, verb conjugations, and gender agreements

🎨 Cultural Fluency

Appreciate French art, cuisine, and social customs while learning the language

👂 Listening Skills

Develop your ear for French pronunciation and different accents

Course Structure

Part 1: Foundation (Weeks 1-4)

  • French pronunciation and accent marks
  • Greetings and basic social interactions
  • Present tense of regular -er, -ir, and -re verbs
  • Essential vocabulary for daily life

Part 2: Communication (Weeks 5-7)

  • Asking questions and giving directions
  • Food vocabulary and restaurant conversations
  • Introduction to past tense (passé composé)
  • French cultural norms and etiquette

Part 3: Application (Weeks 8-10)

  • Describing experiences and future plans
  • Understanding different French accents
  • Reading simple French texts
  • Final project: Planning a virtual trip to France

Course Instructor

Isabelle Dubois

Paris native with a Master's in French Literature. Passionate about sharing French culture while making language learning approachable.

Student Success Stories

"Isabelle's teaching style made complex grammar concepts easy to understand. I'm now planning my Paris trip!"

- David L.

"The cultural insights were as valuable as the language lessons. Truly immersive experience."

- Jennifer M.

"I tried other apps, but the personalized feedback in this course made all the difference."

- Robert K.