And in French. Learning French for beginners from scratch with a self-instruction manual. Immersion in the language environment

The French language is very beautiful and romantic. It is spoken by people from all over the world. If you want to learn the basics of the French language, then start with useful words and expressions. Learn greetings, polite phrases, ways to introduce yourself, and other simple conversational skills. Practice pronunciation as well as grammar and language structure if you're willing to dig a little deeper. Flashcards, simple books for children, and attempts to make simple journal entries in French will come to your rescue.

Steps

How to learn common words and phrases

Greet people with salut, bonjour, and bonsoir. To start a conversation and greet passers-by, you should learn the greeting words of the French language. So, in most cases it is appropriate to greet a person with the word "bonjour" (bonjour).

The letter "j" in the word "bonjour" is pronounced softly and sounds like the Russian sound "zh". The letter "n" should be pronounced barely perceptible and at the same time do not touch the palate with the tip of the tongue. This sound originates in the back of the mouth and is nasal.
The word literally translates as "good afternoon" and is a fairly formal greeting. In informal situations, you can say "salut" (salu), which translates as "hello."
The word "bonjour" is best used during the day, and in the evening say "bonsoir" (bon soir), which means "good evening".

Say "au revoir", "bonne nuit" or "salut" to say goodbye."Au revoir" (about revoir) is the most famous parting variant in French, which translates as "see you later." As a less formal expression, you can use the word "salut", which means "hello" or "bye". Also in French, the Italian word "ciao" is sometimes used in phrases like "Ciao, salut".
- You can also say "bonne nuit" (bon nuit), which translates as "good night."
Practice pronouncing the letters alphabet to understand French phonetics. Pronounce the vowels a, e, i, o, u like "a", "e", "i", "o", and "y". Consonants like b and c are pronounced like "be" and "se" in contrast to the English letters "bi" and "si".
- Say the letters of the French alphabet: “a (a), be (b), se (c), de (d), ё (e), eff (f), je (g), ash (h), and (i) , zhi (j), ka (k), el (l), em (m), en (n), o (o), pe (p), ku (q), er (r), es (s) , te (t), u (u), ve (v), double-ve (w), x (x), y, (y), zed (z)".
- Practice pronouncing the letters of the alphabet to better understand the sound of vowels and consonants in French. This way you will improve your pronunciation, even if you only want to remember useful and common expressions.
Learn to count in French. The numbers will help you make an order at a restaurant or tell your age. Divide the task into several steps to quickly learn how to count to 1000. On the first day, practice counting from 1 to 10, then go from 11 to 20, and the next day remember the remaining tens (30, 40, 50, and so on).
- The numbers from 1 to 10 in French are written as "un, deux, trois, quatre, cinq, six, sept, huit, neuf, dix" and are pronounced "en (1), deu (2), trois (3), katr (4), senk (5), sis (6), set (7), whit (8), neuf (9), dis (10)".
- A list of numbers in French with pronunciation tips can be found here.
Memorize useful phrases for travelers. If you're going to a French-speaking area, learn to ask useful questions like "Do you speak Russian?" or "Where is the restroom?" Like Russian, French has different words for the pronouns "you" (polite) and "you" (informal). When addressing a friend, say "tu", and politely address strangers and elders with "vous".

ADVICE OF THE SPECIALIST

Lorenzo Garriga is a native speaker and connoisseur of the French language. He has many years of experience as a translator, author and editor. Composer, pianist and traveler who has been traveling the world for more than 30 years on a limited budget and a backpack.

French translator and native speaker

When traveling, it is always polite to know the phrases "Hello", "How are you" and "My name is ...". At the same time, you should also know the phrase “Where is ...?”, which will be very useful in a new country. You will probably need to find a restroom, a hotel, and other useful places.

Memorize the French words "thank you" and "please". It's always smart to speak politely if you're asking for directions or ordering at a restaurant. Remember that in French you can also refer to "you" and "you". Similarly, there is a polite and informal way to say "please."
- The formal option is “s" il vous plait "(sil vu ple). For example, say "Excusez-moi, s" il vous plaît, parlez-vous russe?" (eskuze mua, sil vu ple, parle vu ryus), which translates as "Excuse me, do you speak Russian?".
- A less formal version of the word “please” is “s "il te plait" (strong te ple). You can ask a friend “Je voudrais de l'eau, s" il te plait ”(zhe woodre to leo, strong te plait), which means "Can I have some water, please?".
- "Merci" (merci) means "thank you." To say "Thank you very much" or "Thank you so much" say "Merci beaucoup" (Merci Boku) or "Merci bien" (Merci Bien).
- To say "You're welcome" say "Je vous en prie" (je wu zan prie), which is a polite variant, or "De rien" (dёrien), which translates as "no way" and is a less formal option. .
Learn to ask and answer "How are you?" Refer to the person with the phrase "Comment allez-vous?" (coman talle wu). This is a polite form. A less formal phrase is "Comment vas-tu?" (coman wa chu) or "Ça va?" (sa wa).
- Such a question can be answered “Très bien (tre bien), which means “very good”. You can also say "Pas mal" (pa mal), which translates as "not bad", or "Ça va" (sa va) - "Slowly."
Learn to talk about yourself. Learn to say your name, age, country of residence and ask people similar questions. To introduce yourself, say "Je m "appelle" (zhe mapel), which means "My name is."
- To get a person's name, ask "Comment vous appelez-vous?" (Koman wu spit wu) for polite treatment or "Comment tu t" appelles? (koman tu tapel) in a less formal setting.
- Ask "Quel âge as-tu" (kel azha tu) or more politely "Quel âge avez-vous" (kel azha ave vu) to find out the person's age. Answer "J" ai 18 ans "(zhe diz uit an), which translates as" I am 18 years old.
- "Où habitez-vous" (at abite wu) and "Où habites-tu?" (u abit chu) translates as "Where do you live / Where do you live?". You can answer “J’habite à Moscou, mais je suis de Moldova” (zhabit a mosku, me zhe suy de moldova), which means “I live in Moscow, but I am from Moldova.”
How to improve your language skills
1. Practice pronunciation, especially the French "R" sound. Listen to native speakers and strive to imitate to learn how to form sounds in the throat rather than in the front of the mouth. For example, in Russian, the sound “R” is formed by rattling the tip of the tongue, while for the French “R”, the root of the tongue needs to be moved closer to the soft palate.
  
  Remember the type of words. As in Russian, in French all nouns and adjectives are either masculine or feminine. Many words ending in "e" are feminine, but it's important to remember that there are many exceptions! First of all, remember that the gender of the adjective must match the gender of the noun.
  - In addition, if the noun is plural, then the adjective that describes it must also be plural. Use the phrase "Sam est petit" (sam e petit) to say that the boy Sam is short. If the girls with the names Sam and Beth are both short, then say "Sam et Beth sont petites" (he and the bat son pet).
  - The form of the French article must also correspond to gender and number. "Un" and "une" (yeon and yoon) are masculine and feminine indefinite articles. "Le", "la" and "les" (le, la, le) are the masculine and feminine definite articles, as well as the plural article. If the word begins with a vowel, then the article is truncated to "l'": "l'école" (lekol), which translates as "school".
  - If you're talking about yourself, use adjectives of the correct gender. For example, "Je suis lituanien" (je suis lituanien) is masculine, while "Je suis lituanienne" (je suis lituanien) is feminine.
2. Learn to use auxiliary verbs. Using the verbs "être" (to be) and "avoir" (to have) is not always easy to use correctly, but it is an important basic aspect of the French language. In French, auxiliary verbs are needed in phrases like "I'm hungry" and "I'm thirsty." For example, “J’ai faim” (zhe fem) and “J’ai soif” (zhe suaf) are literally translated as “I have a hunger” and “I have a thirst”.
  - To find out if a person is hungry, ask the question "Avez-vous faim?" (ave woo fem) or "As-tu faim?" (a bye fem). Replace "faim" with "soif" (suaf) to ask about thirst, or "sommeil" (somei) to ask if the person is sleepy.
  - The verb "avoir" always expresses a state like hunger, thirst, and fatigue. The verb "être" (to be) is used with adjectives expressing gender and nationality.
How to Use Effective Teaching Methods
1. Memorize word lists daily or weekly. Make lists at your own pace. For example, use 10 new words or phrases every day, or the word of the day on your calendar, to build up your vocabulary every day.
  - As you study, review past lists to refresh your memory, then move on to new material.
  - Make themed lists like food, body parts, or household items. If you are traveling in a French-speaking country, then the words for travel can be found at the link.
2. Make flash cards to expand your vocabulary. Write the French word on one side and the translation on the other. As you record, say the words aloud. Test yourself or work with friends.

FRENCH, mother tongue of the vast majority of the population of France and French-speaking areas of Belgium and Switzerland. In these three territories, respectively, approx. 50 million, 4 million and 1 million francophones. In several areas of France - Corsica, Brittany, Alsace, French Flanders and southern France - French is not the native language of the local population. French is the native language of approximately 6 million Canadians in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. It is spoken in the French colonies in the West Indies and the Pacific Ocean, and by about 600,000 people in Haiti, a former French colony (until the early 19th century), where French became the official language. French remained as the state language in many former French colonies that gained independence after World War II: in Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Niger, Benin, Togo, Cameroon, Chad, the Central African Republic , Gabon, Congo and Madagascar, as well as in the former Belgian colonies of Zaire, Rwanda and Burundi.French is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.

French belongs to the Romance group of languages, but occupies a special place in it, because, apparently, it has undergone a stronger Germanic (Frankish) influence than other Romance languages, as its name itself indicates. Initially only the language of the Île-de-France region, consisting of Paris and the immediate environs, later, following the conquests of the kings of the Capetian dynasty, French spread to most of the territory of ancient Gaul. There are six important differences between French and other major Romance languages. 1) Latin combination of sounds ca gave in french cha, which was once pronounced as ca, now - sa; e.g. latin caballum gave in italian cavallo, in Spanish - caballo, and in French cheval. Similarly, Latin ga changed in dza and then in za. 2) Latin u gives in french ü ; e.g. latin Murum gave in italian muro, in Spanish - muro, and in French mur which is pronounced mur. 3) Latin final -a gave in French, which is not usually pronounced in modern language; For example, moon gave in italian moon, in Spanish - moon, and in French moon. 4) Latin s before consonants gave in French h, which then disappeared, lengthening the preceding vowel, which became written with a circumflex; e.g. latin festival gave in italian festival, in Spanish - fiesta, and in French fete. 5) Latin nasal consonants in a position before another consonant merge in French with the preceding vowel, resulting in a nasalized vowel; e.g. latin cantat gave in italian canta, in Spanish - canta but in French chante(pronounced šãt). 6) In French, the final consonant of a word is sometimes associated in pronunciation with the initial vowel of the next word - a phenomenon of the so-called liaison, for example, les enfants is pronounced lezãfã.

The French language enjoyed great influence throughout Western Europe, especially in the Middle Ages and in the 18th century. In the Middle Ages it spread to Germany, Spain, and especially Italy; as a result of the conquest of England by the Normans in 1066, for almost three centuries it became the official language of the English kingdom, the language of the court and the ruling classes. As a result, modern English has turned out to be a mixed language, consisting mainly of Old English and Old French elements. Because of England's insular position and the comparative isolation of her life, the French elements in the English language are remarkably archaic, and in most cases preserve the pronunciation of the 11th century: words such as veil, point, feast, haste, quit, chamber, general, devout, flour.

During the Renaissance, the cultural superiority of Italy led to the fact that the French language absorbed many hundreds of Italian words and forms, which still form an essential part of everyday French speech. No foreign language has had an influence on French comparable to that of Italian. The French language was flooded with words related to art, music, literature, good manners, politics, military science, banking, and high culture in general; examples are the words: artisan, balcony, baldaquin, belvedere, fresque, courtisan, Altesse, Canon, corporal, cavalcade, soldat, banque, banqueroute, mascarade, carnival, newspaper, caprice, intrigue, adagio, sonate, fugue and arpegé.

The French language has changed a lot since the Old French period to the present day, and Old French is incomprehensible to a modern Frenchman who does not have the appropriate training. The main changes can be demonstrated by comparing the Old French elements contained in English with modern French. 1) Old French affricates ts(in writing - c), ts(in writing - ch) and dž(in writing - g, j) lose the closure element; 2) s disappears before consonants, and in places where it disappears, a circumflex is written above the vowel; 3) combination ei successively turns into oi, oe, oé, oa, ua; 4) ue changes to ö ; 5) ou goes into eu and then in ö ; 6) nasal consonants in position before other consonants merge with the preceding vowel; 7) e usually goes into and then disappears, thus reducing the number of syllables in the word. Over the past ten centuries, French has changed much more than all other Romance languages.

The first written monument of the French language is a text dating back to 842 Strasbourg Oaths, written by Nitard in a certain French dialect (it is not exactly established where exactly it was spoken). In the Middle Ages, there was a rich literature in French.

The German influence was certainly much stronger in France than in any other Romance country. Common words like honte"shame", hair"hate", choisir"to choose", effrayer"frighten", laid"ugly" hate"rush", gardener"keep", blesser"hurt" guest"guess", bru"daughter-in-law" Saisir"grab" age"pledge", fauteuil"armchair", bleme"pale", blue"blue", joli"beautiful" does not find parallels in Italian, Spanish or Portuguese, where words of Latin origin are used instead. Many of the Germanic words found in Italian and Spanish entered there from France in French form; e.g. Italian Giardino, loggia and guaranteed.

French uses the ordinary Latin alphabet of twenty-five letters; letter w used only when writing foreign words in a foreign spelling. This alphabet is complemented by a sign called cedille ( ç ), and three diacritics that are written above vowels: acute (accent aigu), grave (accent grave) and circumflex (accent circonflexe). Modern French orthography, like English, can serve as a reminder of the history of the language, since its development ceased in the 12th century. and it does not reflect the subsequent significant changes that French pronunciation has undergone. Therefore, it often turns out - as, for example, in the case of the words point, saint, chamber, quit, - that the English pronunciation, being much more conservative than the French, corresponds more closely to the modern French spelling of these words than does the pronunciation of modern French.

Decided to learn French? French is spoken in over 43 countries around the world. Many consider this language the most beautiful. Lingoust will give you the opportunity to check if this is true.

For beginners placed in the form online lessons popular tutorial V. Panin and L. Leblanc. The first 12 lessons are devoted to the rules of reading and pronunciation. It is important to learn these lessons well, otherwise you will not be able to read normally, and listening to the text will be even more difficult, given the speed of voicing. Having mastered these lessons, one problem will become less. for example, in English, it is very difficult to read the text correctly without looking into a dictionary. Here you can learn this, although it will be more difficult than, for example, in German, where you don’t have to look into the dictionary for pronunciation at all, but in Chinese every now and then you need to carry a dictionary with you ... A little distracted ... :)

Then there will be 20 lessons on grammar and vocabulary, accompanied by tests to consolidate the material. Data lessons suitable for both children and adults. Having mastered them, you will be able to communicate in French on everyday topics, read intermediate French texts, and get rid of the awkward feeling of a stranger by going on vacation to Paris or any French-speaking country without knowing the norms of language behavior.

The exercises are accompanied by forms for entering text, the answers to the exercises are located below them on the right in the form of a key. To see the answer, you need to move the mouse over the key. Audio, if present, is usually placed immediately after the description of the exercise.

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What other reasons to learn French?

For fans of good literature, France has the highest number of Nobel Prize winners in this field.
France is visited by more than 60 million tourists annually - you will not be bored.
France is renowned for the quality of its high technology, and French is an important technology and business language in the world. (Second language on the Internet.)
More than 50 thousand English words are of French origin. A large number of them are also in the Russian language.
France offers a huge number of generous scholarships for our graduates.
French is the second most popular language for learning after English.
French is one of the two official languages of the Olympic Games.
French-speaking Africa is a larger area than the United States.
Montréal is the second largest French-speaking city in the world.
Do not forget about the masterpieces of music and cinema!
many other reasons.

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Learning French

Learning something new is always a complex long process that requires not only excellent theoretical knowledge, but also frequent practice. Learning French from scratch is more than realistic. All it takes is a little patience, effort and diligence. In this article, we will help you deal with all the intricacies of the upcoming case.

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We start with the basics

To start speaking a foreign language no worse than native speakers, you will need to make a lot of amplification. How to learn French if you have never encountered it before? It is worth starting the study from the basics, so it will be easier to get used to speech, spelling and other things. This stage includes an elementary vocabulary, a set of rules for pronunciation, use, which are most often used in reality.

Consider a few tips to help direct forces in the right direction:

Learning French start with easy words such as greetings, farewells, words of gratitude. It is enough to memorize two phrases every day, as well as translate them into frequent use in life.
Gradually add additional elements to what you have learned, translating them into simple sentences, like: “How are you?”, “Can I count”, “How much does it cost?”. Like words, repeat them every day, using in real practice.
Make up your own biography in a foreign language, where there will be answers to the main questions: “What is your name?”, “How old?”, “Where from?” …
Keep practicing daily, even if the words and phrases are clearly in your memory. Use the tutorial, it helps in learning French from scratch.
Paste stickers throughout the house, denoting objects that are most often used in everyday life with foreign names: refrigerator, stove, bedside table, doors, windows, tables, chairs, TV, telephone, iron and more. Remembering the French names will be much easier, because they are constantly in sight.

Advice! If you are studying on the eve of a business trip, significantly increase your French vocabulary, focusing on the profession, supplementing with basic terms for beginners.

Deep Learning

If it is easier to master the basics on your own, then deeper knowledge requires assistance of a qualified professional. Is it hard to do it alone? Certainly! You will be able to memorize, group words into whole sentences, over time you will understand how to learn how to speak French well, but this is not enough. The ability to correctly select temporary insertions, incline, and become understandable for a native speaker is a lot of work that only a professional can help with.

To learn French in depth, use the following rules:

Educational program for children and adults is different, but there is one main thread: associate each new knowledge with something ordinary. In this way, it will be easier for you to remember even the most complex terminology.
Hire a professional teacher, he will help with the question: “How to quickly learn French from scratch?” Attend his lessons 2-3 times a week. Do not stop repeating the old in everyday life, supplementing with new knowledge. Watching movies will help you understand spoken language and improve your mental perception as you hear how French is spoken.
Do self-evaluation after every French lesson. Thanks to him, you will be able to focus on the vulnerable sides, not forgetting to analyze them in the next lesson.
Focus on tenses, word forms, especially when learning how to read French. Write down the main rules on one sheet, then hang it in a conspicuous place. Say them regularly in your mind before you write a sentence or read texts.
Reinforce what you have learned in every lesson. and only then proceed to the knowledge of the new .
How to quickly learn French from scratch? - a common question, the correct answer to which is one: "Hurry is useless!". Pay attention to even the smallest details, only in this case you can perfectly master speech and spelling.

Attention! How much it takes to learn French from scratch is a loose concept, but with the help of a professional, it will be much easier and faster to achieve the goal.

Common Mistakes

French for beginners to learn from scratch is difficult at first, and much will be incomprehensible. If you decide to study on your own, pay attention to the following mistakes:

Chaotic learning French on your own from scratch is the most common mistake that will never lead to good results.
Start learning thinking only about how to quickly learn the language. Quality perception takes time and effort.
Do not supplement the process with watching movies, listening to music in french. Avoiding this, you will not understand how to learn to speak correctly.
Without knowing foreign language literature, it is impossible to understand how to read as well as a native speaker.
French for children is taught in a strict mode, especially if the acquaintance comes from scratch.
Intermittent study is wrong. Buy a French tutorial and use it daily.

Advice! French for beginners is always a test that is best done under the strict supervision of a professional.

Learning for children is easier if learn material in a playful way combining the complex with the easy.
Watch more films and read books in a foreign language, preferably aloud. Thus, not only memory will work, but diction will also improve.
Daily contact with sources will help you understand whether it is difficult to learn French on your own and whether it is worth getting a tutor.
Do not forget to pronounce interrogative phrases with increased intonation. Start from the first lesson, so it will be easier to get used to pronouncing French questions correctly.
Do not try to master both the base and the main part at the same time. Chaos is the main enemy it does not contribute to how to learn French easily.
Don't be afraid to make mistakes while communicating. Sorry, try to fix it yourself.
Consider the factors that led you to want to learn, if this is a work area - start learning French for business, focusing on your profession.

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Conclusion

Start learning French from the basics, thanks to this you will be able to better understand the structure and features, and in the future it will be easier for you to remember complex phrases and phrases. Systematic classes and maximum immersion in the language environment will help to achieve good results.

I am happy to state the fact that we live in a fantastic time! Communication time without borders! Globalization, which is in full swing across the planet, and modern technologies, especially the Internet, not only allow us to communicate with anyone and at any distance, but also give each of us a weighty “kick” in realizing the need to learn new languages. Of course, it is possible to live in the modern world with knowledge of only one language, but every year it becomes more and more difficult to do this, and it’s not solid anymore ...

And now you have come to the conclusion that you need to start learning French (of your own free will or under the yoke of circumstances (fell in love with a French woman)) I assure you - in any case, you will not be disappointed! Indeed, in addition to being one of the most beautiful languages in the world, it is also one of the 5 most common languages. Along with English, French is spoken by everyone five continents peace.

How to start learning French.

Where to start studying? Ironically, start with your own THINKING. Most people who want to learn a new language face the fear of failure in learning, many believe that languages are not given to everyone, and that only a select few can be polyglots. So, with all responsibility I declare that these are groundless fears (if not to say that they are complete nonsense)! Language is a skill! None of us are born speaking one language or another. We learn this throughout our lives. And depending on the environment in which we were born, we master this or that language. Accordingly, if we succeeded once and we speak, read, write, think perfectly, for example, in Russian, then we will definitely be able to repeat our path and speak another language, for example, French. You must internally be sure that you CAN SPEAK OTHER LANGUAGES!!! This belief will determine your success. Of course, it won't be easy, because learning a new language is work, and no small job. But you should know that you can achieve your goals if you just keep practicing and sticking to your assignments. The main thing in this business is to remember why you started all this, and then everything will work out.

And now let's move on to 10 useful tips that will be useful to you in learning French.

Advice№ 1. Determine who you are by type of perception.

Who are you: auditory (you remember better by ear), visual (trust your eyesight), kinesthetic (sensitive experience, sensations are important to you) or discrete (perceive the world around you with the help of logic). At the first lesson, I always find out from my students which way of memorization is closer to them. The whole subsequent method of presenting the material and the learning process will depend on this.

If you've studied languages before, think about what worked for you and what didn't. If you find it difficult to attribute yourself to one or another type of perception, you can take a test on the vast expanses of the Internet. And perhaps you, like me, are of a mixed type, and you, like me, it is important to hear, and see, and feel the material, to think logically.

Advice№ 2. Start with phonetics and reading rules.

The phonetics of the French language is quite complex. Despite the fact that the pronunciation of most letters of the French alphabet is similar to the pronunciation of letters from the Russian alphabet, our languages are historically connected, and we use many borrowed words from the French language in our speech (yes, don’t be surprised! you already know something) However, the pronunciation of words and whole sentences can be difficult. French speech flows, there are many links and links between words. Listen to the French speech and repeat (the method is especially good for auditory). Listen to native speakers (audio and video can be found online) to get an idea of speech speed and intonation.

Work on your articulation, do exercises in front of a mirror. This is important for correct pronunciation, your rate of speech will depend on this, and this is so that the interlocutor, hearing your speech, understands exactly what you mean. Francophones themselves actively use facial expressions and articulation in the process of conversation.

Learn the rules of reading. I warn you right away - this is not easy and will take some time. The peculiarity of the French language is that words are written with a large number of letters, and are worn out in just a few sounds. For example: beaucoup (a lot) is written in as many as eight letters, and is pronounced like “boku”.

Therefore, knowing the rules of reading will help you read the words correctly, pronounce them correctly, and as a result, enrich your vocabulary with the help of books. AND read, read, read and read everything in French! (This is especially good for visuals, and audiobooks can listen to audio books) Fiction, scientific literature, magazines, newspapers, brochures, even advertising ... This will make your speech richer, richer.

Advice№ 3. Practice grammar!

"Grammar" may sound boring, but it's incredibly important. Agree, we ourselves are pleased to communicate with a foreigner when he speaks Russian correctly. So for the French, grammatically correct speech is pleasant and important. And in order to speak correctly, you must understand the structure of the sentence, how to use verbs in the present, past and future tenses, know the gender of nouns and the use of adjectives. If you are a discretist, then you will love the grammar. This is pure logic!

If you are a beginner francophone, then here is my practical advice. Remember, in a French sentence, the subject always comes first, the predicate comes second, and the object comes next. For instance: Je vais a l'école (I'm going to school). And this is very cool, because with a small vocabulary (at first), you can clearly express your thoughts in short sentences. For example, introduce yourself: Bonjour! Je suis Tatiana Voronkova. Je suis russe. Je suis professeur. J'aime le francais. (Hello! I'm Tatyana Voronkova. I'm Russian. I'm a teacher. I love French.)

Advice№ 4. 15 minutes, but every day!

I consider a systematic approach to learning French very important. Let 15 minutes a day (this is not so much), but every day devote entirely to the language. Learn new words and phrases, grammar rules, practice pronunciation or just read something every day. Plus, at least twice a week, set aside a full hour for a French class! This will definitely bear fruit. And in a month you will be able to speak in simple sentences, and after 5-6 months you will notice significant progress.

Advice№ 5. The Internet will help you!

Do you not let go of your phone or tablet because you just “hung” on social networks? Or are you a fan of video hosting? Or do you like to read e-books, magazines, newspapers? Great! This will help you in learning French!

Urgently set up the main language in social networks Francais. You already know what and where is located, and you can practice the language in practice. For instance: Quoi de neuf? (What's new?) in the newsroom, or En ligne (online). On social networks, you can also find French-speaking friends and communicate with them both verbally and in writing.

On the Youtube you will find tons of helpful videos in french.

Well, we already talked about books: look for your favorite reading in French (it’s easier to do it in electronic form nowadays). Or find children's French books on the Internet. As a rule, they are with bright illustrations and simple texts - what you need for a beginner francophone.

You will also find a lot of French-speaking news channels and applications on the Internet. I especially recommend the TV5Monde channel. Here you will learn world news, and look at interesting programs on various topics, but most importantly, this channel will help you learn French in the Apprendre le Français section (for all levels of knowledge of the language).

You can also find wonderful electronic dictionaries on the Internet. For example: Multitran, Academician, Yandex dictionary, etc.

And these are all free resources!

Plus, of course, you can find various online language schools where people study via Skype. For example, Learn French in this school via Skype is practical and effective because you can learn French with a personal teacher anytime, anywhere. Learning your favorite language at home on the couch with a cup of tea - isn't it a pleasant experience?

Advice№ 6. Watch movies with subtitles in French.

French cinema is rich in masterpieces! Indulge yourself in pleasure and watch French films in the original. This tip will especially appeal to kinesthetics and visuals, but people with other types of perception, I'm sure, will also be happy to enjoy the movie. I recommend that you start with famous animated films. Watch movies with subtitles. But with French subtitles! It is important. Throw away the fear that you will not understand anything. Understand! Based on the context of the picture, the plot, the knowledge of a certain number of words and expressions. It is not necessary to translate every word in order to understand the main meaning. But you will immerse yourself in a French-speaking environment for a while. And reading the subtitles and matching them to what you hear will help you understand how the words you read are pronounced.

For beginners, it will also be fun and useful to watch the training series Extra Francais - about three friends in Paris who help the fourth to speak French. The quality of this video is not very good, but it is the only one with subtitles. Try to download the whole series (or watch VK).

Advice№ 7. Learn phrases, not words.

Try to memorize not single words, but phrases, phrases and sentences. Learn a few phrases to properly greet and say goodbye, ask for help, ask something, give information about yourself, etc.

For instance:

Say hello: Bonjour (Hello), Bonsoir (Good evening), Salut (Hey), Comment ca va?(How are you?).

Introduce yourself: Je suis .. . (I am...) or Je m'appelle... (My name is…).

say goodbye: Au revoir(Goodbye), a bientot (see you later), Permetz — moi de faire mes adieux! (Let me say goodbye!)

Forms of appeal:

Excusez— moi! Pardon! (Sorry!),

Excusez— moi de vous deranger (Sorry to bother you),

Pouvez — vous me dire… (Can you tell me...)

Puis — je vous demander? (Can I ask you?)

Pardon, pourriez— vous me dire où se trouve… (Sorry, could you tell me where to be...).

Parlez lentement, s‘ il vous plain (Please speak slowly).

Je neComprends pas (I do not understand)

Rourriez— vous m‘ aider? (Can you help me?).

Such memorized phrases will serve you well, for example, when traveling in a French-speaking country, if you need to learn something or ask for help.

Advice№ 8. Speak up!

The best way to learn a language is to speak it! All the knowledge you have gained - words, grammar, verb conjugation, hundreds of completed exercises - is nothing without speaking practice. If you do not use them and speak French, you will, unfortunately, quickly forget everything. Language is integrated into us when we interact with other people in it during a conversation.

And despite the fact that talking is easy and pleasant, most people are afraid of this step. This is a fear of making mistakes, speaking incorrectly, not understanding the interlocutor, hearing criticism of pronunciation ...

But you need to get over those fears and just start talking. You must understand that it’s not a problem to make a mistake, the trouble is not even to try ... And as the heroine of one famous film said: “But you blurt out, but blurt out confidently!”. Believe me, if you make a mistake, the interlocutor will help you correct it, and the correct pronunciation will be even better deposited in your head. Accept any criticism of pronunciation with gratitude and find out how to speak correctly, build a sentence, which word is more appropriate here. This will help you improve your speech.

Speak French even if you feel uncomfortable because you don't know much. Everyone starts out like this, but over time you will improve. If you do not understand what your interlocutor is saying, ask him to repeat and speak more slowly. If you don't understand the meaning of a word, ask what it means. For instance: Qu'est-ce que ça veut dire? (What does it mean?). So you, by the way, better learn and remember the meaning of new words.

You ask, where can you find a person who is ready to communicate with you in French? On the Internet… On various forums and websites. And of course, the teachers are happy to communicate with you!

Think in French. Speak out loud in French when you are alone. Comment on everything you do. If you wash dishes or drive a car, talk about it. Pay attention to your intonation and pronunciation. Listen to yourself.

Chip №9. Praise yourself for every success!

Be sure to praise yourself for every success and progress in learning French. Most people in the world recognize how difficult it is to start learning a foreign language. Some never take this step... And you are great! You need and you do. Even if you are learning a language solely for your own pleasure (as I did), you are doing it for yourself, you are developing, and this is commendable.

The French love their language, their culture, they are very proud of their history. They are very sensitive to the fact that you are trying to learn their language. They are usually patient and kind. And most likely, they will also praise you for your zeal.

And positive emotions will fuel you for the next round of language acquisition, give you strength.

Chip№ 10. Don't back down!

When you start learning French from scratch, the first time you will, of course, make constant progress. Enjoy these moments. Then, after a certain period of time, you may get the impression that there is no progress and you are at the same level for several months! Be patient. Keep working. You will definitely reach a new level of knowledge. The main thing is not to retreat and go forward!

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Veronica

Teaching languages is my life, I can't do anything else, and I don't want to do anything else. in 2016, I decided to create the LF School in order to assemble a wonderful team of professional teachers and share experience and effective secrets in teaching with each other so that classes in our school become necessary for you and bring the desired result. I will be very glad to see you among the students of our school, or among my personal students!