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How I’m learning a language by myself (part 2: from beginner to intermediate)

In the first post of this series, I explained how I started learning a language by myself, without going to school and taking private lessons. I started with mobile apps…

French in manga

Learn new French expressions with a manga: “L’auberge des saisons perdues”

Reading "slice of life" manga is a great way to practice reading in French and to discover new words and expressions. I read a sample of the manga "L'auberge des…

Learning French on your own

How I’m learning a new language all by myself (part 1: the beginning)

On this blog, I publish texts and advice for French learners. I had this idea because I do love learning foreign languages myself. For a few years now, I've been…

Learning French on your own Tips for learning French

How to improve your French reading with the “French comprehensible input” method

Using the "French comprehensible input" method means consuming French content (articles, books, videos, shows, movies, podcasts...) instead of studying vocabulary and grammar. It allows to learn the "real French", the…

Introducing yourself / Talking about yourself Writing in French

Writing about your education in French

In this post, I'm going to describe my education (school years) and professional trainings in French. I'll also talk about the education system in Belgium, which differs a bit from…

Writing a summary in French Writing in French

Writing a TV show or movie summary in French, with example

In this post, I share some key expressions, sentences and words to write a TV show (or movie) summary in natural French, as well as a full example: a summary…

Introducing yourself / Talking about yourself

Everyday French: introducing yourself orally and in writing

In this post, I'll introduce myself in French in a simple way. First, I'll introduce myself in writing using synonyms, examples and explanations, to allow you to read without using…

Direct messaging and chatting in French

Direct messaging in authentic French – Looking for a pet sitter

This is a real life example of a Facebook post in French, where I'm looking for a pet sitter through a local group on Facebook. After I found them, we…