French Language Hub

Learn French

Looking to get started learning French? Or perhaps you want advanced French methods, reviews of the best French courses and apps, or detailed how-to articles? Start here.

I've handpicked and road-tested the best French resources available. Want to see them?

Show me

The Real Meaning Of C'est La Vie In French

Are you curious to know what c'est la vie means? Discover the most accurate definition and usage examples in this article.Author: Adrien Renault

Mon Chéri Meaning (French): Translation & How To Use It

What's the meaning of mon chéri in French? In this guide, I'll explain its meaning and different variations by gender and number.Author: Adrien Renault

French Vocabulary And Phrases For Military Personnel

Need to learn French for the military? Head to this guide to learn new French vocabulary and phrases related to the army and war.Author: Adrien Renault

French Imperative (Explained Clearly For Beginners)

Trying to understand French imperatives? In this guide, I'll explain the imperative mood in French and how to form it (with examples).Author: Adrien Renault

14 Different Ways To Say 'Excuse Me' In French

Ever wanted to know how to say excuse me in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

22 Similar French And Spanish Words You Should Recognize

Did you know that there are many similar French and Spanish words? In this article, I'll go over some important cognates you should recognize.Author: Lara Scott

How To Speak Formal French: 10 Important Tips To Remember

Do you know how to use formal French? If not, get all the information on formal French in this guide.Author: Adrien Renault

40 Popular Animal Names In French (Categorized By Type)

In this guide, I'll teach you the names of the most common animals in French, categorized by type.Author: Adrien Renault

7 Different Ways To Say You're Embarrassed In French

This article will take you through the different options you have when expressing embarrassment in French to someone grieving.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Maybe In French (8 Ways To Say It)

Looking for ways to say maybe in French? This quick guide will teach you multiple variations.Author: Adrien Renault

Definite And Indefinite Articles In French: A Complete Guide

In this simple guide, I'll explain how definite and indefinite articles work in French, and how you can use them.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say I Don't Understand In French (+11 Alternatives)

Looking for ways to say you don't understand something in French? This quick guide will teach you how.Author: Adrien Renault

70+ Foods And Ingredients In French That You Should Know

If you're in a French-speaking country and you find yourself needing food or ingredients, see this vocabulary guide.Author: Adrien Renault

All The French Words You Need To Talk About Your Family

In this guide, I'll teach you how to describe the members of your family in French.Author: Adrien Renault

Forming And Using The 5 Past Tenses In French: Full Guide

Trying to get a good grasp on the French past tenses? It's easier than you think. Let me explain it for you.Author: Adrien Renault

24 Ways To Say Yes In French (Other Than Oui)

Ever wanted to know how to say 'yes' in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

Qu’est-ce Que C’est In French: What It Means & When To Use It

Ever heard the phrase qu’est-ce que c’est in French? In this guide, I'll explain what it means and how to use it.Author: Adrien Renault

30 Ways To Say Goodbye In French (Other Than Au Revoir)

Here's a helpful guide to the common and not so common ways to say goodbye in French.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'Nice To Meet You' In French

This article will take you through the different options you have when saying nice to meet you in French to someone you just met.Author: Adrien Renault

French vs Catalan: The Main Differences And Similarities

Catalan and French are closely related but have some major differences as well. Here's a detailed comparison to help you.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Introduce Yourself In French [Essential Phrases]

If you’ve been wondering how to introduce yourself in French, take a look at this guide to learn how to make a good first impression.Author: Adrien Renault

Is French Easy? 4 Hard Things For English Speakers To Learn

In this article, I'm going to outline the four trickiest things about learning the French language and how to master them from the perspective of an English speaker.Author: Adrien Renault

13 Interesting French Proverbs, Translations And Usage

In this article, I've put together a list of interesting French proverbs that you can learn and share with your French classmates and friends.Author: Adrien Renault

There's No French Present Progressive Tense: Do This Instead

If you’re learning French, you may have come across the present progressive already. This guide will teach you what it is and how to use it.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'What' In French: 7 Different Terms You'll Need

Ever wanted to know how to say 'what' in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'Beautiful' In French (+ Grammar Tips)

In this quick guide, I'll teach you how to say beautiful along with its variations in French.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Congratulations In French (10 Different Ways)

Ever wanted to know how to say 'congrats' in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

7 Different Ways To Say 'No' Or Refuse Something In French

Ever wanted to know how to say 'no' in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

Guide To Common French Spoken And Text/Chat Colloquialisms

If you really want to learn French colloquialisms - in both spoken and text/chat French - this guide will get you started.Author: Adrien Renault

Here Are 30+ Countries Where French Is An Official Language

If you're learning French to travel to a French speaking country, here's a bit of good news. There are 29 countries in which French is the official language.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Good Morning In French [Formal + Informal]

Here's a helpful guide to the common and not so common ways to say 'good morning' in French.Author: Adrien Renault

French vs Italian: Main Differences All Learners Should Know

Italian and French are very closely related but have some major differences as well. Here's a detailed comparison to help you.Author: Adrien Renault

8 Excellent French Movies On Netflix To Learn French From

Calling all French film lovers and French language learners. Here's a list of the best movies on Netflix to help you learn French.Author: Adrien Renault

40+ Most Beautiful Words In French + Their Meanings

Curious to know which words are the most beautiful in the French language? This list is for you.Author: Adrien Renault

Spanish vs French: Essential Similarities & Differences

French and Spanish are very closely related but have some major differences as well. Here's a detailed comparison to help you.Author: Lara Scott

French For Business: Great Resources For Professionals

Looking for the best business French resources? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best resources for business French.Author: Adrien Renault

How And When To Use The Conditional Tense In French

Trying to get a good grasp on the French conditional? It's easier than you think. I'll explain how and when to use it.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Ask For Help In French: Essential Phrases For Travel

No matter your travel purpose to France, it is really important to learn how to ask for help in French. Here's how to do it.Author: Adrien Renault

Expressing Condolences in French: Useful Phrases + Examples

This article will take you through the different options you have when expressing condolences in French to someone grieving.Author: Adrien Renault

French Question Words: Interrogatives With Clear Examples

Trying to understand French interrogatives? In this guide, I'll explain question words in French and how to use them.Author: Adrien Renault

Homeschool (Or Lockdown) High School French Courses And Apps

Here I've put together some of the best French resources for teenagers/high schoolers who are studying French at home (homeschooling or in lockdown).Author: Jada Lòpez

100+ Most Desirable French Boy Names And Their Meanings

Here you'll find a detailed list of some of the best and most beautiful French boy names along with their pronunciation and meaning/etymology.Author: Adrien Renault

French Pronouns: The Different Types Explained With Examples

This guide will explain and clarify different types of French pronouns - subject, reflexive, direct object, indirect object, and relative.Author: Adrien Renault

Introduction To The French Subjunctive: Explained Clearly

This guide will explain and clarify the French subjunctive, a mood that expresses doubts, wishes, hopes or hypothetical situations in French.Author: Adrien Renault

11 Fun And Engaging Online French Resources For Your Kids

Here I've put together some of the most engaging French resources for children to ensure they are never bored when studying the language.Author: Adrien Renault

100+ Most Beautiful French Girl Names And Their Meanings

Here you'll find a detailed list of some of the best and most beautiful French girl names along with their pronunciation and meaning/etymology.Author: Adrien Renault

14 French Curse Words Every Learner Should Eventually Know

This list of commonly used French curse (swear) words and insults will help you understand some of the colloquialisms used by native French speakers.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'You’re Welcome' And Respond To Merci In French

Being courteous and remembering your manners in French is essential. In this guide, I'll show you how to respond to 'thank you' with 'you're welcome'.Author: Adrien Renault

Essential French Words And Phrases For Wine Lovers

Learning French and love wine? I've put this list of French expressions and vocab together specifically for wine lovers to go wine-tasting in France.Author: Adrien Renault

13 Best English To French Translation Apps And Services

The best way to get that all-important translation is with an English to French translation app. Here are my favorites.Author: Adrien Renault

13 Excellent French Resources For Primary-Age Homeschooling

Got a primary or middle schooler doing homeschool or lockdown, and looking for best French resources? Here's a list of my favorite courses, books and apps.Author: Jada Lòpez

30 Best Free Online French Lessons For All Levels (2023)

Looking for the best free online French lessons (emphasis on 'free')? Check this list out where I've compiled the most popular free French lessons.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'When' In French (Quand, Lorsque And Others)

'When' is a crucial word that you'll need to understand early on in French. Here are the different ways to say it explained (in particular, quand and lorsque).Author: Adrien Renault

How To Understand And Use French Prepositions Properly

Prepositions in French can be challenging for English speakers. In this guide, I'll explain the differences and show you examples of how to use them properly.Author: Adrien Renault

7 French Kids Cartoons To Improve Listening Comprehension

Watching French cartoons is a great way to immerse yourself in the language and improve your listening comprehension. Here are some of the best French cartoons to learn from.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Form And Use The French Future Tense(s) With Examples

Trying to get a good grasp on the French future tense/s? They're easier than you think. Let me explain them to you.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Ask Or Tell The Time In French (Beginner's Guide)

Here's a quick guide to asking someone for and/or telling the time in French.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Sorry In French (7 Key Phrases For Apologizing)

If you're in France and make a mistake, how should you go about making your apology (saying sorry in French)?Author: Adrien Renault

Learn The Months Of The Year In French (Simple Guide)

In this quick guide, I'll teach you how to say the months of the year (and seasons) in French.Author: Adrien Renault

French Numbers: How To Count From One To Over A Trillion

In this helpful guide, I'll teach you how to count from zero up to and over a trillion in French. I'll also cover the French ordinal numbers too.Author: Adrien Renault

20 Commonly Used French Slang Phrases And Expressions

So, you want to sound like a native French speaker? Here are some commonly used slang expressions and phrases that you should know how to use.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Goodnight In French (Quick Beginner's Guide)

Here's a helpful guide to the common and not so common ways to say ‘goodnight’ in French so you can understand how night-time greetings are properly used.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Please In French (Quick Beginner's Guide)

Ever wanted to know how to say 'please' in French? In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how it's done.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say 'I Love You' In French (Essential Guide)

Looking for the most endearing ways to say you love someone in French? This quick guide will teach you how.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Hello In French And Respond (Formal + Informal)

In French, there are many ways to say hello, including formal, informal and slang. Here's a guide that covers the most common greetings in French.Author: Adrien Renault

How To Say Thanks In French (Quick Beginner's Guide)

In this beginner's guide, I'll teach you how to be courteous and respond with 'thank you' in French.Author: Adrien Renault

Days Of The Week In French (Quick Guide + Sample Sentences)

If you're serious about learning French, it's obviously really important to learn the days of the week early on. Here's a quick guide for beginners.Author: Adrien Renault

Learning French? These 16 French YouTube Channels Will Help

Today I'm going to share my opinion as a French speaker on the best YouTube channels for learning French (suitable for all levels).Author: Adrien Renault

Learning French? Here Are 5 Books I Recommend You Own

Here are the best books to learn French from my experience. Whether your focus is grammar, conversation or reading, these French books will help.Author: Adrien Renault

22 Best Apps To Learn French In 2023 (Tried And Tested)

Looking for the best apps to learn French? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best apps available for French.Author: Adrien Renault

9 Great Podcasts To Help You Learn French In 2023

Today I'm going to share my opinion as a French speaker on the best podcasts for learning French (suitable for all levels).Author: Henri Boucher

How To Order Food And Desserts At A Restaurant In French

Want to learn how to order food in French? If you're visiting France or heading to a French restaurant, these vocabulary and phrases will help you order meals en francais.Author: Adrien Renault

French Nouns (+ Categories): Everything You Need To Know

Learn and remember French nouns and their categories easily with this simple guide.Author: Adrien Renault

French Accent Marks For Beginners (+ How To Type On PC And Mac)

Today we’ll take a look at some of the French language (and our keyboard)’s most well-hidden secrets: the French accent marks.Author: Adrien Renault

Here’s How To Use Comparatives And Superlatives In French

In this simple guide, I'll explain how comparatives and superlatives work in French, and how you can use them.Author: Adrien Renault

37 Best And Worst Online French Courses For 2023

Today I'm going to share my opinion as a French learner on the best online French courses available today (most popular course products).Author: Johann Brennan

Frantastique Review: A Brilliant, Personalized French Course

In this review, I'll share my experience with Frantastique (review) and tell you what I think of this unique French course.Author: Lara Scott

10 Reasons Why You Should Do French Immersion Outside Paris

Here are 10 reasons why Paris is not the best choice for doing French immersion if you really want to learn French well.Author: Hubert Nagel

Alliance Francaise Review: It's Very Hit And Miss

Here are my thoughts on my experience learning French through the Alliance Francaise.Author: Adrien Renault

30 French Phrases You Absolutely Need When Visiting France

Traveling to France? You should learn some French phrases. I’ve gathered up 30 of the most important French phrases for you to learn before visiting France.Author: Henri Boucher

Rocket French Review 2023 Edition: An Honest Look

Today I'm going to share my Rocket French review with you (one of the popular editions of the Rocket Languages series) as well as some of its pros and cons.Author: Hubert Nagel

French Uncovered (StoryLearning) Review: My Own Experience

This review looks at the popular French Uncovered course by Olly Richards, that uses the unique StoryLearning method to teach.Author: Adrien Renault

News In Slow French Review: Not Bad But Better Options Exist

In this review, I'll walk you through my experience with News In Slow French (review) and tell you what I think of this popular French resource.Author: Lara Scott

Review: French In A Day With Elisabeth Smith iPhone App

I recently received a sample of the French edition of Elisabeth Smith's In A Day iPhone/iPad apps from Hodder Education.Author: Hubert Nagel

How To Start Learning French As A Beginner (And Succeed)

Want to learn the French language? Whether you're a first-time learner or learning it again, this post will help you get started learning French.Author: Johann Brennan

Brutally Honest FrenchPod101 Review

This review will closely examine and scrutinize the content and effectiveness of Innovative Language's FrenchPod101.Author: Hubert Nagel

Podcast Francais Facile Review: Great French-Only Resource

This review looks at Podcast Francais Facile, which in my opinion is one of the best free resources around for serious French learners.Author: Adrien Renault