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How to Talk to Native French Speakers at A1 Level? — 5 Tips!
How to practise speaking French when you’re a beginner? — Our five tips! When you start learning a foreign language , the first steps can feel frustrating . You might think it’s impossible to have a real, interesting conversation with an actual native . But I’m here to tell you: it’s absolutely possible 🙂. If you’ve been wondering how to talk to native French speakers at A1 level , this article is for you! 1. Overcome your French-speaking imposter syndrome This is a big o

sophiefrenchtutor
Nov 94 min read


French speaking club online | Join us from anywhere!
Do you live in a remote area in Australia — or anywhere else in the world — and struggle to find people to practise your favourite language with 😉? You’re not alone! A trip to France might not be on your schedule just yet… but what if you could boost your conversation skills even from the middle of nowhere? That’s exactly what our French speaking club online is for! 🌏
Camille Alayrangues
Oct 254 min read


How to Overcome the Fear of Speaking French in a Group
When learning French, it can feel intimidating to throw yourself into a conversation group for the first time! Many students wait for ages before they finally feel ready to try… But you know what? You don’t need to know the language of Molière perfectly to join a conversation! In this article, I show you exactly how to overcome the fear of speaking French in a group. 🐓
Camille Alayrangues
Sep 275 min read


How to improve French listening comprehension outside class
What if I told you that you can improve your listening skills even passively? Yes, you heard me! From the comfort of your sofa, you can keep making progress. In this article, I’ll show you exactly how to improve French listening comprehension outside class! 😉
Camille Alayrangues
Sep 124 min read


Improving my French through Conversation | Students Stories
“It would be amazing to start improving my French through conversation… but I’m not sure how to do it. Besides, I don’t live in France.”
If you’ve ever thought this, here’s some good news: you don’t need to fly to the old continent to speak the language of Moliè
You can practice right here in Australia by joining our French speaking group. Wondering what it’s really like? Read the testimonials of 5 of our students — from their initial doubts to how they feel after joining th
Camille Alayrangues
Aug 25 min read


How to Get Fluent in French Fast? | Practice, Not Promises!
Can you really become fluent in the world’s sexiest language in just one week thanks to some miracle method? Spoiler alert: if that existed, we’d all be bilingual by now. 🤯 But here’s the thing—language learning doesn’t work that way.
The good news? There is a real recipe. It’s not instant, but it’s simple, effective, and 100% doable. Let me show you how to get fluent in French fast—for real.
Camille Alayrangues
Jun 214 min read


Connect with other Francophiles | From Melbourne to Zoom!
Are you passionate about croissant culture? Tired of boring your friends and family with your attempts to talk about France? 😅 Why not join our little community instead! Whether you prefer Zoom or in-person meetups in Melbourne, you'll get the chance to connect with other Francophiles and improve your French at the same time! I’ll tell you all about it in this article. 🥐
Camille Alayrangues
Apr 134 min read


Importance of Pronunciation in French | All You Should Know!
French pronunciation matters! Wanna know why? Discover how mastering French sounds is key for achieving fluency!
Camille Alayrangues
Feb 44 min read


Typical Conversations at French Christmas Dinner: get ready!
Invited to a French Christmas dinner? I got you covered! Here’s everything you need to know about conversations around the table during your

sophiefrenchtutor
Dec 15, 20244 min read


Join the French conversation group in Carlton - where learning & fun meet
Fellow Melburnians, get ready - a little slice of France has landed right in your neighbourhood! I’m about to launch a second French-speaking class in 2025, right here in Carlton. Now you’re probably thinking: a French conversation group in Melbourne sounds pretty cool! But how does it actually work? Here are a few hints about what you can expect. 😀

sophiefrenchtutor
Dec 1, 20243 min read


Face-to-face vs Online French Class | the Ultimate Clash!
What if I told you that the COVID era brought one unexpected positive impact to language learning? 😉 The pandemic played a significant role in making distance training more accessible than ever. When it comes to practicing the language of the holy baguette land, you now have two options: face-to-face vs online French class! So, which team are you on?

sophiefrenchtutor
Nov 15, 20244 min read
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