Resources to learn French - Lingoda https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/category/learning-materials-fr/ The Online Language School Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:06:53 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/lingoda-2020-favicon-150x150.png Resources to learn French - Lingoda https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/category/learning-materials-fr/ 32 32 Level up your language learning with Lingobites!  https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/lingobites/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 08:00:35 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80591 Do you ever wish to recall expressions from class more quickly during conversations? Are you struggling to remember new vocabulary and grammar?  Well, fret no more! Lingoda is launching Lingobites, a new language-learning tool created by both experts and AI. Lingobites is designed to boost your progress and confidence in applying your language skills. It […]

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]]> Online vs offline language schools: How to choose? [2024] https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/online-vs-offline-language-schools/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:30:31 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80620 Online vs offline language schools: how are you supposed to choose? When you’re finally ready to commit to language classes, this decision is perhaps the hardest. Let’s talk about why. In our increasingly globalized world, learning a new language is smart. It’ll boost your career, help you stand out in today’s competitive job market and […]

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]]> How to learn French: 10 essential first steps https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/how-to-learn-french/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:15:16 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80389 The French language is renowned for its beauty and elegance but also for being quite a challenging language to learn. And yet, the sounds of the Parisian accordion, the vibrant streets of Brussels or the snow-capped mountains of Switzerland make the journey worthwhile.  Let’s look at some essential first steps that will help start off […]

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]]> CEFR language levels made easy https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/language-levels/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 08:40:09 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80358 ‘My Spanish is good, but I’d like to be a little more fluent’. ‘My French is basic for now. I can only say a few simple things’. It’s common to think of your language proficiency this way. However, if you want to find out what your true foreign language level is, you should learn about […]

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]]> The Monegasque language: Exploring Monaco’s languages https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/monegasque-language/ Mon, 27 May 2024 12:41:18 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79836 Covering just two square kilometers and with a population of about 40,000, Monaco is a tiny principality with an outsized reputation. It’s best known for its Monte-Carlo district, home of the famous Monte Carlo Casino, and for hosting Formula One competitions and mega yachts.  Monaco is entirely surrounded by France, and the official language in […]

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]]> 10 best French-English dictionaries to use https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/best-french-dictionaries/ Mon, 06 May 2024 07:16:59 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79716 Did you ever get stuck looking for the right word in French? Or were you ever unsure what that mot meant? If you answered yes to both, chances are you will be browsing the best French dictionary you can find. Digital or otherwise. Part of the process of learning French will entail some doubts on […]

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]]> French verbs: A guide to the “être” conjugation https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/etre-conjugation/ Fri, 03 May 2024 13:18:57 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79712 While French isn’t short of verbs, among the most important ones is the verb to be or être. So, knowing the être conjugation is an essential step in your French learning journey. Whether you are a beginner or you want to refresh your memory,  let’s find out how to use and conjugate être in French!  […]

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]]> How to write an email in French? https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/how-to-write-an-email-in-french/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:51:58 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79607 In today’s world, we can’t escape digital communications. Whether you are a student of French, a seasoned professional or a traveler looking to find out more about that hostel in Marseille, knowing how to write an email in French is a skillset to have.  Depending on the recipients of your email and of the content, […]

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]]> Is French difficult to learn? https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/is-french-difficult-to-learn/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:40:19 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79479 So, you want to learn French but you’re wondering if it’s easy to learn. French can be a challenge, but there’s good news, too. As a Romance language, French has a lot in common with other languages you may be familiar with, such as Spanish and Italian. And if you’re a native English speaker, you’ll […]

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]]> How to say ‘I don’t understand’ in French https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/i-dont-understand-french/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:09:42 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79472 When you start learning French, you won’t understand every word of conversation. That’s perfectly normal, but it’s also important to clearly express that you don’t fully understand your interlocutor. There’s more than one way to say this in French, and some ways are more formal than others. In this guide, we’ll teach you several ways […]

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]]> 10 irregular verbs in French and their conjugation https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/irregular-verbs-french/ Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:36:11 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79345 If you’re on the path toward mastering French, you’ll eventually need to master irregular verbs. These French verbs don’t follow the same rules as regular verbs when it comes to conjugation. Though a number of irregular verbs exist, common examples you’re sure to come across include être, avoir, faire, aller, connaître, dire and devoir. In […]

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]]> 12 French question words you should know https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/french-question-words/ Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:24:20 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79203 Mastering the basic French question words can feel like a tedious task, but it’s also one that opens the door to authentic interactions. After all, it’s easier to learn a new language when you know how to ask questions in it. In this guide, we’ll teach you the key interrogative words you’ll need to interact […]

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