French Language - By Category
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Learn French online - free French lessons, quizzes, sound files, and other French learning tools.
French Accents
There are four different types of "accents" which are relevant to anyone learning French: the accent marks on letters, non-native accents, regional accents, and the accentuation of French words. This page on French accents includes links to resources pertaining to all of these meanings.
French Listening Links and Resources - Listen to French
Activities and resources to work on your French listening skills, as well as criteria used by various agencies to determine French proficiency.
French Basics and Essential Info - What you need to know about French
Learn about the basics of French: where is it spoken and by how many people? How much influence has it had on English? What French do you need to know when traveling? Why should you learn French?
French Dictionaries and Word Lists
Online French dictionaries and word lists are free and come in all shapes, sizes, and specializations. Check this page for links to all kinds of online French dictionaries as well as tips on choosing the right hard copy French dictionary for yourself.
Common French Mistakes and Difficulties
There are numerous French characteristics that cause confusion for many if not most students of French. This page includes links to areas of common mistakes and difficulty to help you overcome these issues once and for all.
French Vocabulary Lessons + Lists
French vocabulary lists, lessons, quizzes, and a French word a day. Everything you need to increase your French vocabulary.
Inspiration and Fun - French Language Inspiration
Wondering why you should learn French? Trying to inspire your students? Feeling burnt out? These links are here to help - find inspiration or just have some fun. :-)
French News, Radio, TV, Newspapers, Magazines
Reading, listening to, and watching the news in French is the perfect way to practice and improve your language skills. Check out these links to online newspapers, magazines, radio, and television from the francophone world.
French Community - French forums, French pen pals, French communities
Learning French is difficult, especially if you feel you're all alone. These community links will help you find other French students and teachers with whom you can practice French, ask questions, trade study tips, or just get reinspired.
Proficiency in French - French Proficiency Standards - French Tests
Links to recognized standards of French proficiency as well as on- and off-line French tests.
French Tools
A selection of French tools to help you learn, practice, and teach French, including a verb conjugator, dictionaries, and other essential French tools.
French Translation Links and Resources
Whether you're a translator or someone in need of a translation, you'll find everything you need right here: links to translation agencies, freelance translators, online translators, and other related links.
French and Francophone Culture and Travel Information
You can't really speak French unless you know about the culture too - they go hand-in-hand. Check these links for information about the arts, fashion, music, sports, and the history of France and many other francophone countries.
French Grammar
French grammar lessons, quizzes, tips, verb conjugations, and much more - whether you're just starting to learn French or are trying to master the finer points of French grammar, these lessons offer clear and detailed explanations of French grammar.