French for Beginners Tips and Lessons

Whether youre just beginning to learn French or picking it up again after a long absence, youll find everything you need on Thoughtco.com. We have  hundreds of pages written for anyone with little or no  knowledge of French. Below are French lessons categorized by type (grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, etc.). If you dont know where or how to start learning French, try the checklist. Lessons are organized in a logical study order so that you can start at the beginning and work your way up. If youre taking a trip to France or another French-speaking country, you might want a special six-week email course on Travel French. Not sure of your level? Try the French proficiency test. Free French Lessons and Beginners Resources The links below include some additional resources to help you learn French, both online and off-line. Here are all kinds of lessons, tips, and tools to help you learn French. Guided French Lessons French study checklistStart learning French basics and work your way up  to a more advanced level.Beginning French e-courseLearn French in 20 weeks.Travel French e-courseLearn simple conversational French in a six-week course on greetings, transportation, food, and  other essential practical vocabulary.Introduction to French e-courseA basic introduction to the French language in one week Categorized French Lessons AlphabetLearn the French alphabet all at once or one letter at a time. GesturesGet and look at yourself in a mirror as you pick up the unspoken language of French gestures. GrammarThis is everything you need to know about French grammar in order to speak correctly. ListeningThis will help you work on your comprehension of spoken French. Its no so hard. Really. MistakesHere are the common mistakes beginners make. PronunciationListen to an introduction to French pronunciation, with sound files. VocabularyRead lists of essential French vocabulary and commit new words to memory.   French Practice Overcoming speaking anxietyBeginners are often afraid theyll make stupid mistakes when they speak. Dont be nervous to speak; just start talking. Youll never speak well unless you practice. QuizzesFrench practice quizzes will reinforce your lessons. Recess!Fun and games will help you practice what youve learned. Tips and Tools Independent studyWe want you to succeed. Here are some tips and tools to help you do just that. Off-line toolsDictionary, a grammar book, tapes/CDs, and more to reinforce your lessons. Proficiency testSee how youve improved. ProofreadingLearn the problem areas in French homework, papers, and translations. Typing AccentsSee how to type French accents on any computer. Verb conjugatorFind conjugations for any verb. Verb  deconjugatorFind the verb for any conjugation. French Info French in EnglishHow the French language has affected English. What is French?How many speakers? Where? Learn facts and figures about the French language. Whats the best way to learn French?Choose the right method for you.