A New Way to Start Learning French.
Learning French on your own is a pain. I know, I had a similar experience with both French and my Italian.
Self-learning always felt like one endless roller coaster to mediocrity. Months would elapse and I still couldn't formulate sentences or go past "hello". I noticed that when I learned by myself my lessons lacked structure. I would have notes and flashcards everywhere. Worst of all, I couldn't get myself to practice consistently due to my busy school/work schedule.
It was a nightmare, but thankfully those days are behind me. I started learning French back in 2004 and now I'm a fluent, bilingual speaker.
Despite experiencing some down points while learning both French and Italian, I've also had many high points:
My first success was probably when I chatted, in French, to three teenagers during the entire flight from Montreal to Paris.
Then there was that one time I was mistaken to be French at a café in PARIS 12 or that other time a French person asked if I came from Québec. Both instances made me smile.
And I could never forget the day I met three of my French best friends. We were in this down-trodden "Irish Pub" somewhere along the French countryside. Their first impression? Amazement that an American could speak such good French.
But those experiences were only the beginning.
Weeks later I stood in front of a classroom full of French students. I was teaching English for the first time. My co-workers were awesome, the students were tolerable, and the pay was livable.
By October 2015, I was fully employed in France and everyday was a mini-vacation to me.
I realized that there was more to learning a language than just a new set of words and expressions lost within some boring textbook. Behind the French language was a new set of people, a different perspective on life, and a world full of unlocked experiences.
I relive the days I went apartment hunting in Bourg-en-Bresse, France. Or the Saturday morning I moved into my 22 meters squared, 256€ a month place. I decorated it with IKEA furniture, cheesy posters of Paris, and a huge French flag hung next to my American one.
I loved being fluent although people underestimated how much hard work and effort it took for me to achieve my French-language skills.
It can take YEARS to become fluent in French
The problem is that people fail to get a good basis in French. For example, I met 3rd-year French majors, in university, who still were confused about how to talk in the past tense!
If you're taking French classes then you may not be engaged or you could have a bad teacher. If you're one of those brave students who is self-learning through DuoLingo and Youtube then you have another problem: you only ever get bits and pieces of information.
Sometimes people just set themselves up to fail.
But when you have a skilled teacher, comprehensive explanations, and a passion to learn a new language? Well then you can take self-learning and revitalize it! Suddenly cramming French for that upcoming 2-week vacation doesn't seem that hard.
We all have our reasons for wanting to start learning French. I've heard most: from wanting to appreciate Voltaire, to pleasing your French boyfriend/girlfriend, business goals, retirement plans abroad, or plain interest in French culture.
While the reasons for learning may vary, I know one thing to be certain:
By following my fully-designed, online course, I can give you all the insider tips and tricks needed to succeed at French, the first time through. I can help you learn French, as a foreign language, because I've done it myself for the past decade. In fact, I've helped teach 4 million people, worldwide via frenchcrazy.com.
30 COMPREHENSIVE LESSONS
Our entire French for Beginner's course features over 30 lessons with practice quizzes, X HOURS of video, 50 professionally recorded dialogues with native French speakers, in additional to supplemental reading/tasks. There's also culture tips, pronunciation guides, and ways for you to improve upon your French after the course is finished.
LEARN FAST
Master the basics of French in 2-4 weeks and get ready for that last-minute vacation to Paris.
RELEVANT
Every lesson includes information needed for you to survive in France. No fluff, no gimmicks.
TIPS & TRICKS
Insider shortcuts and other great tips I've come across since learning French in 2004.
Keep in mind, these are topics covered in a standard French 1 or French 2 class. I know because I helped teach them.
The Basics to Understanding French
(LESSONS 1-5)
LESSON 1: The Intricacies of French
A simple introduction, cognates, a quick overview about the French language and a look at this course.
LESSON 2: French Subject Pronouns
We'll look at each French subject pronoun and when to use them. I also explain the differences between tu & vous as well as a common point of confusion for French students.
LESSON 3: Nouns, Genders & Articles
We'll talk about masculine nouns, feminine nouns, and how to make nouns plural. I then will explain the difference between definite and indefinite articles. We'll also look at the expression "Il y a".
LESSON 4: More Greetings & Introducting Yourself
We'll cover common phrases to introduce yourself so you can get that first impression off on the right foot!
LESSON 5: Être & Avoir
To be or not to be, that is the question? A lesson dedicated to this crucial French verb.
LESSON 6: Asking Basic Questions
Here you will meet the word "est-ce que", get familiarized with question words, and see a few more nifty ways to craft questions.
LESSON 7: French Numbers 0-100
Numbers are some of the most important words you can have. Imagine how many times you think about numbers: when talking about time, the date, a price, your seat number, distance traveled, etc, etc. We'll make sure we have numbers down pat!
Introductory Concepts & Crucial Verbs
(LESSONS 6-15)
LESSON 8: Conjugation the -ER Verb Family
We'll cover what it means to "conjugate a verb" and go over the present tense of 17 important -ER verbs. This way you can start formulating your own sentences in French.
LESSON 9: The 10 MOST Important French Verbs
A quick overview of the 10 most important verbs in French, and why they are so common. We then talk about "the Big 4" individually across the next four lessons.
LESSON 10: The Verb Aller
Another important verb / auxillary verb. I also have some good cultural references to share here.
LESSON 11: The Verb Faire
We'll look at the verb faire and a few expressions you can use with faire.
LESSON 12: Expressing Likes & Dislikes
What do you like? What don't you like? These are things we talk about a lot!
LESSON 13: Expressing Wants & Desires
Similar to the lesson before, these statements and questions are involved in our daily conversations.
LESSON 14: Expressing Possibilities
A specific lesson on the verb pouvoir or devoir.
LESSON 15: Telling Time & Describing The Weather
A lesson dedicated to small talk. Great!... although, look at this weather, I hate all this rain we've been getting!
Essential Vocabulary
(LESSONS 16-21)
LESSON 16: Adjectives & Agreement
Here we'll talk about common French adjectives and how to make adjectives agree with their subjects!
LESSON 17: Getting Acquainted
A lesson looking at the uses of savoir and connaître.
LESSON 18: Common Objects & Things
This lesson features tons of vocabulary from household items to clothing, vehicles, objects, and tools.
LESSON 19: Places, Landmarks, Getting Around
We'll cover vocabulary on places and how to buy train tickets or give/ask for directions.
LESSON 20: At The Restaurant: Eating & Drinking Vocabulary
Miam! A through lesson on ordering food and getting by in a restaurant setting.
LESSON 21: Describing People & Moods
We'll cover ways to describe people via descriptions (happy, sad, short, young, etc...) or their professions.
Conversational French & Advanced Topics
(LESSONS 22-29)
LESSON 22: Conjugating -RE Verbs
A comprehensive overview of conjugating -RE verbs plus 10 useful -RE verbs. to memorize.
LESSON 23: Conjugating -IR Verbs
A comprehensive overview of conjugating -IR verbs plus 10 useful -RE verbs. to memorize.
LESSON 24: Introduction to the Past Tense
Here we'll learn how to use the simple past in French.
LESSON 25: Making Friends, Nightlife & Going Out
A cool lesson on asking people to do social activities with you. Likewise we'll formulate ways to invite people out or accept/decline invitations. Lastly, we'll look a bit more closely at how French people typically "hang out".
LESSON 26: French Slang & Expressions
Here I'll cover French slang words, verlan, colloquialisms, and other expressions you'll hear on the streets of France.
LESSON 27: Formulating Better Questions
The be-all-end-all of making and answering questions.
LESSON 28: Numbers Over 100
We covered numbers from 0-100. But how would you say 6,237,889 in French? Time to learn how.
LESSON 29: How to Improve Your French Accent
Pronunciation is always a pesky endeavor for foreign language students. Here are some easy ways to sound more fluent in French (both with word selection and with pronunciation).
Course Wrap-Up
(LESSON 30)
LESSON 30: Conclusion & How to Continue Evolving Your French
Most courses just dump you off at the end and you have no way to continue improving upon what you've previously learned. Talk about a recipe for disaster - it's almost as if they wanted you to forget all that valuable information! This wrap-up establishes your next moves with learning French language.
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What are the requirements for this beginner course?
NO prior experience is required to begin this course since it covers all the basics. All we ask is that you're motivated to learn and you have a notebook on stand-by to take down information. Absolute beginners or those with the desire to learn French will love this easy-to-follow French course. It's very beneficial, also, for people planning a short vacation to a France.
You should feel free to use FrenchCrazy.com, DuoLingo and other online tools as free resources to expand your knowledge. There's also tons of free content on YouTube, although it's not exclusively packaged into an easy to follow course like it is here.
What will I learn from this?
- - 30 lectures and many hours of content!
- - Acquire basic French language skills
- - Be able to ask & answer simple questions
- - Introduce yourself and make your own sentences!
- - Build a strong foundation in French before moving on to more advanced levels
Who would benefit most from this program?
- - People with little or no knowledge of the French language
- - People preparing to travel abroad
- - Those who like French culture but have no experience speaking French
TWO TAILOR-MADE LEVELS DEPENDING ON YOUR NEEDS
Our entire French for Beginner's course features over 30 lessons with practice quizzes, XXX HOURS of video, XXX professionally recorded dialogues with native French speakers, in additional to supplemental reading/tasks.
One of the many perks of this course are the short videos that put yourself in real-life situations and test your understanding of native speakers. I like setting up dialogues and giving you information pertinent to using French.
However it would be silly to assume that everyone needs a full-on approach to French! So, you can select the level right for you and upgrade at a later date or purchase the entire French for Beginners course today.
15 FRENCH LESSONS
Get the essentials & start your journey. You'll receive the first 15 lessons of the "Full Course" package. This course lasts 2 weeks.
- 15 lengthy instructional videos
- 25 supplemental dialogues, recorded by native French speakers from France
- Establish your foundation in French with an awesome instructor
- Quizzes & relevant culture guides included
- Learn at your own pace!
- Limited access: 15 lessons not included
- No 1-on-1 support
$49
U.S. Dollars - All major payment types accepted.
THE FULL COURSE
All the knowledge necessary to skillfully craft your own sentences, hold dialogues, improve your pronunciation, and get around in France. This course lasts 5 weeks.
- 30 lengthy instructional videos
- 50 supplemental dialogues recorded by native French speakers from France
- Countless quizzes & supporting course documents
- A FREE copy of my eBook, Fluent in French NOW
- 1-on-1 French Support over EMAIL or phone
- Master the Basics
- A full scope of topics covered from any French 1 or French 2 course
- 1-on-1 email support
- Lifetime access to updates and materials
$69
U.S. Dollars - All major payment types accepted.
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YOUR INSTRUCTOR
You're in good hands with one great teacher. I'm not some large, corporation. I'm just a guy who's looking to help spread the French language. French has shaped my life and maybe it can change yours too.
My content from FrenchCrazy.com has spanned the globe to over 4 million people.
This is because I make learning French fun, pleasant and effective. I have received exceptional feedback whilst helping students of all ages.
I've taught French since 2011, was employed to tutor French 3 for my university and I even taught English in a French high school.
Still not sure about the quality of the courses you'll receive? Just read any of our top articles and you'll see that we here at FrenchCrazy pour our hearts and souls into all things French. If you love our content then you'll love this online course.
While I am a fluent, bilingual speaker of French, I hired French natives to help me record dialogues for this beginner program. Unlike DuoLingo, you will hear native French speech from the start and ace French pronunciation from square one.
Last but not least, I'm here with you every step of the way. Learning French is no easy task. You need tons of time and effort to learn and eventually master the language, but you should always keep learning French a experience. Enjoying the learning process is the key to staying motivated and progressing efficiently.
THE PROS & CONS OF THIS ONLINE COURSE
ADVANTAGES:
- A COMPLETE overview. This course covers all the basics. I can't stress that enough. My goal is to improve your French from zero to 100 within weeks.
- Premium instruction. You'll get a handling of the basics for much less than a university course or 1-on-1 tutoring. Tutoring costs can easily accumulate when my going rate is $20 an hour, minimum. This course is my cost-effective solution for you.
- STRUCTURE. You can watch YouTube or aimlessly wander around on DuoLingo for days without really learning anything. They're great free resources. However they lack structure, in-depth explanations and the tips & tricks found here in this Beginner's course. Keep in mind, nothing is stopping you from using these sources to SUPPLEMENT what you're learning here.
- Learn at your own pace. While the typical course should span four to five weeks, you can complete materials at your own pace. With lifetime access, you can review materials at a later date too.
CONS:
- The LEARNER. Self-learning requires a motivated learner. You can purchase a million dollars worth of French-learning materials. It won't help unless you put the knowledge you learned to good use and consistently practice.
- Previous knowledge? Since this course starts from the very beginning - if you've already taken French and feel comfortable with most of the basics then you may find this course repetitive. Only use this course if you are starting French for the first time OR you honestly forgot a lot of information and need a refresher.
100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
I guarantee you'll learn the basics of French within my program. If you're not fully satisfied then you have the peace of mind to know our full course includes a 30-day money-back refund.
That means that trying French For Beginners is risk-free on your part. You can even keep the supplemental materials for free.
LEARN FRENCH LIKE A PRO
All major forms of payment accepted via PayPal.
FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions:
- AM I TOO OLD?
- CAN I ACTUALLY SPEAK FRENCH AFTER THIS ?
- How long is this course?
- can i upgrade plans?
- why pay for instruction?
- what if i have more questions?
You're never too old to learn a language! People have started learning French well into their later years. You can also still benefit from the neurological advantages of becoming a bilingual.
