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Calculated Shard: 124 (from laksa163)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa124.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/","crawl_time":1775200797,"first_indexed_time":1488078748,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,talkinfrench!www,\/beginner-french\/ s443","src_root_hash":"18169781322351129924","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The Ultimate Guide to Beginner French | Talk in French","meta_descriptions":["Planning to learn French but don't know where and how to start? Check out this guide for beginner French level! See tips and resources inside."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Looking for tips and resources on how to start learning beginner French?\nThere are a lot of possible\nreasons why anyone would want to learn French\n.\nIs it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture?\nRegardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling.\nRemember,\nIl vaut mieux faire que dire.\nDoing is better than saying. So let’s get started.\nSo… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start?\nBefore you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU.  \nI. Work on your mindset\nIt all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below.\nTake note of your learning style. \nWhich learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own?\nYou can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style. \nExamine your goals and motivations.\nWhy exactly do you want to learn French? Remember,\nvotre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence.\nYour source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference.\nHere are some good reads to spur your motivation:\nTop 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French\n4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined?\nAsk yourself what you want to achieve in your language study.\nWhat’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot.\nIntroduction to the DELF\/DALF\nFigure out your personal time frame.\nHow long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you.\nSet realistic expectations.\nThere’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of  the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer.\nProceed with confidence.\nIn any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes.\nLearn how to make a habit out of learning French.\nIf you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit.\nHow to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners\nA 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit\nThere are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the\nFluent in French Study Guide\n.\n  Free with the Complete Beginner Course. \nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nII. Learn French Pronunciation Rules\nTo non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on.\nCheck out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide.\nIII. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary\nYou’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations.\nYou can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme.\n200 Most Common French words (\ndownload the PDF in this article\n)\n200 Most Common French verbs\n50 Common French Phrases\n129 Most Common French Adjectives\nYou can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the\nbeginner vocabulary category\n. Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our\nFrench Vocabulary Mastery Course.\nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nIV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level\nRegardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way.\nThere are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the\nBeginner Grammar category of Talk in French\n, but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our\nFrench Grammar Mastery Course.\nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nV. \nMake Listening to French a Habit\nAnother one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it?\nPractice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit\n(\nsee related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here\n).\nI understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners.\nFrench Dictation exercise 1\nFrench Dictation exercise 2\nFrench Dictation exercise 3\nFrench Dictation exercise 4\nFrench Dictation exercise 5\nFrench Dictation exercise 6\nFrench Dictation exercise 7\nFrench Dictation exercise 8\nFrench Dictation exercise 9\nFrench Dictation exercise 10\nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nVI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way\nAnother thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back.\nLet me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our\nFrench Noun Gender Mastery Course.\n \nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nVII. Tackle Verb Conjugations\nYeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills.\nStart with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the\nVerb Drills\nand focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses.\nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\nConclusion\nI know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. With a nice learning habit, you'll be moving to intermediate level in no time. Talk in French will be with you every step of the way.\nBest of luck on your studies!\nStill Stuck at Intermediate French?\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tr?id=687989644592747&ev=PageView&noscript=1)\n\n[![Talk in French Logo](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/thrive-theme\/images\/TalkinFrench-LOGO-final.png)](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/)\n\n- [Why Speaking Feels Hard](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/intermediate-study-guide\/)\n- [Quiz](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/quiz-level-french\/)\n- [Blog](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/blog\/)\n  - [Grammar](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/)\n    - [Beginner grammar](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/beginner-grammar\/)\n    - [Intermediate grammar](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/intermediate-grammar\/)\n    - [Advanced grammar](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/advanced-grammar\/)\n  - [Culture](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-culture\/)\n    - [Movies](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/tag\/french-movies\/)\n    - [Tourism](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/tag\/french-tourism\/)\n    - [Miscellaneous](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/miscellaneous\/)\n  - [Vocabulary](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/)\n    - [Beginner vocabulary](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/beginner-french-vocabulary-expression\/)\n    - [Intermediate vocabulary](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/intermediate-french-vocabulary-expression\/)\n    - [Advanced vocabulary](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/advanced-french-vocabulary-expression\/)\n  - [Miscellaneous](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/miscellaneous\/)\n    - [Learning method](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/learning-method\/)\n    - [Listening exercises](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/listening-2\/)\n    - [Announcement](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/miscellaneous\/uncategorized\/)\n  - [Most popular posts](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/popular-posts\/)\n- [About us](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/about-us\/)\n  - [About us](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/about-us\/)\n  - [Share your feedback](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/want-feedback\/)\n- [Our Program](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n[Home](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/) – [Blog](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/blog\/) – [By Level](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-level\/) – [Beginner Level](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-level\/beginner-level\/)\n\n# How to Start Learning French: The Ultimate Guide to Beginner French\n1 Comments\n\nBY [Frederic Bibard](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/author\/fredo21\/ \"Frederic Bibard\")\n\nLast Updated: September 12, 2023\n\n#### Follow Us Now\n# **Learn French on Your Own with…**\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TIF-Study-Guide-Cover-New.png)\n\n**Sign up below** to get started:\n\nLooking for tips and resources on how to start learning beginner French?\n\nThere are a lot of possible [reasons why anyone would want to learn French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/reasons-second-language\/). Is it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture?\n\nRegardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling.\n\nRemember, *Il vaut mieux faire que dire.* Doing is better than saying. So let’s get started.\n\n![Learning French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Newbie-guide-learning-french-fb.png)\n\n## So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start?\nBefore you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU.\n\n***\nTable of Contents\n\n[So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start?](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-12)\n\n[I. Work on your mindset](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-9)\n\n[II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-4)\n\n[III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-5)\n\n[IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-6)\n\n[V. Make Listening to French a Habit](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-7)\n\n[VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-0)\n\n[Learn the gender of French Words without any memorization](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#t-1637223668203)\n\n[VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-8)\n\n[Conclusion](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/beginner-french\/#tab-con-15)\n***\n### **I. Work on your mindset**\nIt all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below.\n\n#### **Take note of your learning style.**\nWhich learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own?\n\n[**You can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style.**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/quiz-language-learning-style\/)\n\n#### **Examine your goals and motivations.**\nWhy exactly do you want to learn French? Remember, *votre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence.* Your source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference.\n\nHere are some good reads to spur your motivation:\n\n[**Top 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/motivation-learn-french\/)\n\n[**4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined?**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/myths-learning-french\/)\n\n#### **Ask yourself what you want to achieve in your language study.**\nWhat’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot.\n\n[**Introduction to the DELF\/DALF**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/introduction-delf-dalf\/)\n\n#### **Figure out your personal time frame.**\nHow long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you.\n\n#### **Set realistic expectations.**\nThere’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer.\n\n#### **Proceed with confidence.**\nIn any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes.\n\n#### **Learn how to make a habit out of learning French.**\nIf you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit.\n\n[**How to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/create-habit-guide-language-learners\/)\n\n[**A 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/20-day-guide-make-learning-french-habit\/)\n\nThere are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the [Fluent in French Study Guide](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/study-guide\/)[.](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/study-guide\/) Free with the Complete Beginner Course.\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules**\nTo non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on.\n\n[Check out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide.](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-pronunciation-guide\/)\n\n### **III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary**\nYou’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations.\n\nYou can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme.\n\n**200 Most Common French words ([**download the PDF in this article**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/reading-comprehension-french\/))**\n\n**[**200 Most Common French verbs**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/most-common-verbs-in-french\/)**\n\n**[**50 Common French Phrases**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/50-common-french-phrases\/)****[**129 Most Common French Adjectives**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/common-adjectives-french\/)**\n\nYou can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the [beginner vocabulary category](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/beginner-french-vocabulary-expression\/). Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our **French Vocabulary Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20636%20424'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply Now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level**\nRegardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way.\n\nThere are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the\n\n[Beginner Grammar category of Talk in French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/beginner-grammar)\n\n, but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our **French Grammar Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **V. [Make Listening to French a Habit](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/practice-listening-french\/)**\nAnother one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it?\n\nPractice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit **(**[**see related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/practice-listening-french\/)**).**\n\nI understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners.\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 1](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/dictation1\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 2](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/dictation2\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 3](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercices-3\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 4](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-4\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 5](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-5\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 6](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-6\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 7](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-7\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 8](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-8\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 9](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-9\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 10](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-10\/)**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way**\nAnother thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back.\n\nLet me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our **French Noun Gender Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations**\nYeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills.\n\nStart with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the [Verb Drills](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/french-verb-drills-mega-bundle-master-10-useful-verbs\/?_ga=2.199709421.231264474.1518916375-1787810610.1503472858) and focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses.\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n[Apply now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-accelerator-program\/)\n\n### **Conclusion**\nI know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. With a nice learning habit, you'll be moving to intermediate level in no time. 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Designed to keep your motivation high.\n\n[Get access now](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/study-guide\/)","attrs_readable_markdown":"Looking for tips and resources on how to start learning beginner French?\n\nThere are a lot of possible [reasons why anyone would want to learn French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/reasons-second-language\/). Is it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture?\n\nRegardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling.\n\nRemember, *Il vaut mieux faire que dire.* Doing is better than saying. So let’s get started.\n\n![Learning French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Newbie-guide-learning-french-fb.png)\n\nSo… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start?\n\nBefore you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU.\n\n**I. Work on your mindset**\n\nIt all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below.\n\n#### **Take note of your learning style.**\nWhich learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own?\n\n[**You can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style.**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/quiz-language-learning-style\/)\n\n#### **Examine your goals and motivations.**\nWhy exactly do you want to learn French? Remember, *votre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence.* Your source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference.\n\nHere are some good reads to spur your motivation:\n\n[**Top 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/motivation-learn-french\/)\n\n[**4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined?**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/myths-learning-french\/)\n\n#### **Ask yourself what you want to achieve in your language study.**\nWhat’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot.\n\n[**Introduction to the DELF\/DALF**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/introduction-delf-dalf\/)\n\n#### **Figure out your personal time frame.**\nHow long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you.\n\n#### **Set realistic expectations.**\nThere’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer.\n\n#### **Proceed with confidence.**\nIn any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes.\n\n#### **Learn how to make a habit out of learning French.**\nIf you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit.\n\n[**How to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/create-habit-guide-language-learners\/)\n\n[**A 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/20-day-guide-make-learning-french-habit\/)\n\nThere are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the [Fluent in French Study Guide](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/study-guide\/)[.](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/study-guide\/) Free with the Complete Beginner Course.\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules**\nTo non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on.\n\n[Check out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide.](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-pronunciation-guide\/)\n\n### **III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary**\nYou’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations.\n\nYou can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme.\n\n**200 Most Common French words ([**download the PDF in this article**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/reading-comprehension-french\/))**\n\n**[**200 Most Common French verbs**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/most-common-verbs-in-french\/)**\n\n**[**50 Common French Phrases**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/50-common-french-phrases\/)****[**129 Most Common French Adjectives**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/common-adjectives-french\/)**\n\nYou can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the [beginner vocabulary category](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/french-vocabulary-expression\/beginner-french-vocabulary-expression\/). Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our **French Vocabulary Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level**\nRegardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way.\n\nThere are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the\n\n[Beginner Grammar category of Talk in French](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/category\/grammar\/beginner-grammar)\n\n, but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our **French Grammar Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **V. [Make Listening to French a Habit](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/practice-listening-french\/)**\nAnother one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it?\n\nPractice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit **(**[**see related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here**](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/practice-listening-french\/)**).**\n\nI understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners.\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 1](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/dictation1\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 2](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/dictation2\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 3](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercices-3\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 4](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-4\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 5](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-5\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 6](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-6\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 7](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-7\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 8](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-8\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 9](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-9\/)**\n\n**[French Dictation exercise 10](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/french-listening-exercise-10\/)**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way**\nAnother thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back.\n\nLet me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our **French Noun Gender Mastery Course.**\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations**\nYeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills.\n\nStart with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the [Verb Drills](https:\/\/store.talkinfrench.com\/product\/french-verb-drills-mega-bundle-master-10-useful-verbs\/?_ga=2.199709421.231264474.1518916375-1787810610.1503472858) and focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses.\n\n**Still Stuck at Intermediate French?**\n\n![](https:\/\/www.talkinfrench.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png)\n\nBreak through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.\n\n### **Conclusion**\nI know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. 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Boilerpipe Text	Looking for tips and resources on how to start learning beginner French? There are a lot of possible reasons why anyone would want to learn French . Is it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture? Regardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling. Remember, Il vaut mieux faire que dire. Doing is better than saying. So let’s get started. So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start? Before you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU. I. Work on your mindset It all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below. Take note of your learning style. Which learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own? You can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style. Examine your goals and motivations. Why exactly do you want to learn French? Remember, votre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence. Your source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference. Here are some good reads to spur your motivation: Top 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French 4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined? Ask yourself what you want to achieve in your language study. What’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot. Introduction to the DELF/DALF Figure out your personal time frame. How long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you. Set realistic expectations. There’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer. Proceed with confidence. In any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes. Learn how to make a habit out of learning French. If you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit. How to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners A 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit There are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the Fluent in French Study Guide . Free with the Complete Beginner Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules To non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on. Check out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide. III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary You’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations. You can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme. 200 Most Common French words ( download the PDF in this article ) 200 Most Common French verbs 50 Common French Phrases 129 Most Common French Adjectives You can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the beginner vocabulary category . Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our French Vocabulary Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level Regardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the Beginner Grammar category of Talk in French , but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our French Grammar Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. V. Make Listening to French a Habit Another one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it? Practice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit ( see related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here ). I understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners. French Dictation exercise 1 French Dictation exercise 2 French Dictation exercise 3 French Dictation exercise 4 French Dictation exercise 5 French Dictation exercise 6 French Dictation exercise 7 French Dictation exercise 8 French Dictation exercise 9 French Dictation exercise 10 Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way Another thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back. Let me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our French Noun Gender Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations Yeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills. Start with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the Verb Drills and focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. Conclusion I know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. With a nice learning habit, you'll be moving to intermediate level in no time. Talk in French will be with you every step of the way. Best of luck on your studies! Still Stuck at Intermediate French? Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method.
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There are a lot of possible [reasons why anyone would want to learn French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/reasons-second-language/). Is it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture? Regardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling. Remember, Il vaut mieux faire que dire. Doing is better than saying. So let’s get started. ![Learning French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Newbie-guide-learning-french-fb.png) ## So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start? Before you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU. * Table of Contents [So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start?](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-12) [I. Work on your mindset](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-9) [II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-4) [III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-5) [IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-6) [V. Make Listening to French a Habit](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-7) [VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-0) [Learn the gender of French Words without any memorization](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#t-1637223668203) [VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-8) [Conclusion](https://www.talkinfrench.com/beginner-french/#tab-con-15) * ### I. Work on your mindset It all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below. #### Take note of your learning style. Which learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own? [You can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style.](https://www.talkinfrench.com/quiz-language-learning-style/) #### Examine your goals and motivations. Why exactly do you want to learn French? Remember, votre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence. Your source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference. Here are some good reads to spur your motivation: [Top 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/motivation-learn-french/) [4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined?](https://www.talkinfrench.com/myths-learning-french/) #### Ask yourself what you want to achieve in your language study. What’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot. [Introduction to the DELF/DALF](https://www.talkinfrench.com/introduction-delf-dalf/) #### Figure out your personal time frame. How long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you. #### Set realistic expectations. There’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer. #### Proceed with confidence. In any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes. #### Learn how to make a habit out of learning French. If you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit. [How to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners](https://www.talkinfrench.com/create-habit-guide-language-learners/) [A 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit](https://www.talkinfrench.com/20-day-guide-make-learning-french-habit/) There are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the [Fluent in French Study Guide](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/study-guide/)[.](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/study-guide/) Free with the Complete Beginner Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules To non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on. [Check out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide.](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-pronunciation-guide/) ### III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary You’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations. You can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme. 200 Most Common French words ([download the PDF in this article](https://www.talkinfrench.com/reading-comprehension-french/)) [200 Most Common French verbs](https://www.talkinfrench.com/most-common-verbs-in-french/) [50 Common French Phrases](https://www.talkinfrench.com/50-common-french-phrases/)[129 Most Common French Adjectives](https://www.talkinfrench.com/common-adjectives-french/) You can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the [beginner vocabulary category](https://www.talkinfrench.com/category/french-vocabulary-expression/beginner-french-vocabulary-expression/). Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our French Vocabulary Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20636%20424'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply Now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level Regardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the [Beginner Grammar category of Talk in French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/category/grammar/beginner-grammar) , but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our French Grammar Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### V. [Make Listening to French a Habit](https://www.talkinfrench.com/practice-listening-french/) Another one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it? Practice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit ([see related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here](https://www.talkinfrench.com/practice-listening-french/)). I understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners. [French Dictation exercise 1](https://www.talkinfrench.com/dictation1/) [French Dictation exercise 2](https://www.talkinfrench.com/dictation2/) [French Dictation exercise 3](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercices-3/) [French Dictation exercise 4](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-4/) [French Dictation exercise 5](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-5/) [French Dictation exercise 6](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-6/) [French Dictation exercise 7](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-7/) [French Dictation exercise 8](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-8/) [French Dictation exercise 9](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-9/) [French Dictation exercise 10](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-10/) Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way Another thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back. Let me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our French Noun Gender Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations Yeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills. Start with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the [Verb Drills](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/french-verb-drills-mega-bundle-master-10-useful-verbs/?_ga=2.199709421.231264474.1518916375-1787810610.1503472858) and focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. [Apply now](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-accelerator-program/) ### Conclusion I know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. With a nice learning habit, you'll be moving to intermediate level in no time. Talk in French will be with you every step of the way. Best of luck on your studies\! Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20669%20446'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. 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Readable Markdown	Looking for tips and resources on how to start learning beginner French? There are a lot of possible [reasons why anyone would want to learn French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/reasons-second-language/). Is it your lifelong dream to speak French? Are you travelling or moving to France soon (or other French-speaking countries)? Do you want to expand your horizons by immersing in a different culture? Regardless of whatever it is that pushes you to learn French, you deserve a pat on the back. Good decision! Just hold on tight to that spark of motivation and let this guide help you start the ball rolling. Remember, Il vaut mieux faire que dire. Doing is better than saying. So let’s get started. ![Learning French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Newbie-guide-learning-french-fb.png) So… Beginner French. Now, where and how should you start? Before you make plans on which book to buy, which class to enroll to, or which online courses to take, slow down a little bit and examine something important: YOU. I. Work on your mindset It all starts with you. So take a piece of paper and pen and jot down your answers to some basic self-assessment exercises below. #### Take note of your learning style. Which learning method do you think would work best for you? Are you more the visual type or auditory? Do you learn better with a group or do you do it better on your own? [You can also take this short quiz to find out your learning style.](https://www.talkinfrench.com/quiz-language-learning-style/) #### Examine your goals and motivations. Why exactly do you want to learn French? Remember, votre source de motivation est l’ingrédient qui peut faire toute la différence. Your source of motivation is an ingredient which can make all the difference. Here are some good reads to spur your motivation: [Top 3 Motivational Tips for Learning French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/motivation-learn-french/) [4 Major Excuses Not to Learn French: Real or Imagined?](https://www.talkinfrench.com/myths-learning-french/) #### Ask yourself what you want to achieve in your language study. What’s your end goal in learning French? Do you simply want to know how to speak basic French that will tide you through a trip? Are you planning to become fluent in both writing and speaking? Are your eyes set on getting a DELF or DALF certification? Your answers to these questions matter a lot. [Introduction to the DELF/DALF](https://www.talkinfrench.com/introduction-delf-dalf/) #### Figure out your personal time frame. How long do you wish to spend learning French? Months? Years? Depending on your goals, the shorter the period of time you spend learning, the more intense and heavy your study has to be. But if you give yourself a very lengthy time, there is a higher chance of abandoning it later on. So choose a manageable timeline that will work best for you. #### Set realistic expectations. There’s no “language gene” or quick-fix solutions in learning French. You will need to really set aside time to study. No amount of the best learning resources available in the market can help you learn French if you do not pair it with effort. How many hours can you really commit to learn French each day? Give yourself an honest answer. #### Proceed with confidence. In any endeavor, confidence is key. Give yourself a pep talk to make sure that you will be confident enough and will not be afraid to speak in French as you go along. You will have trouble expressing yourself in French in the beginning, but never be afraid to make mistakes. #### Learn how to make a habit out of learning French. If you’re going to be in it for the long haul, building a learning habit will help you make sure you’ll stay on track even if your motivation lags or you hit a few bumps on the road. Here are some of my useful guides on how to turn learning French into a daily habit. [How to Create a Habit: A Guide for Language Learners](https://www.talkinfrench.com/create-habit-guide-language-learners/) [A 20-Day Guide on How to Make Learning French a Habit](https://www.talkinfrench.com/20-day-guide-make-learning-french-habit/) There are plenty more tips and practical insights to help you start learning French. You can get that with a copy of the [Fluent in French Study Guide](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/study-guide/)[.](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/study-guide/) Free with the Complete Beginner Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### II. Learn French Pronunciation Rules To non-natives beginning to learn French, French words sound nothing like they look. You need to start with a good foundation of the rules of French pronunciation. Familiarize yourself with the sounds so you could associate it with written words as you go along. This would be the prerequisite you need to practice listening, reading, and speaking later on. [Check out the rules of French pronunciation here with this comprehensive guide.](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-pronunciation-guide/) ### III. Tackle first the most frequently used vocabulary You’d be wise to give yourself a boost in the vocabulary department by learning the most common words first. Here in the Talk in French website, I have previously listed down some of the most frequently used French words in conversations. You can start working your way into the following lists first before you proceed to vocabulary per theme. 200 Most Common French words ([download the PDF in this article](https://www.talkinfrench.com/reading-comprehension-french/)) [200 Most Common French verbs](https://www.talkinfrench.com/most-common-verbs-in-french/) [50 Common French Phrases](https://www.talkinfrench.com/50-common-french-phrases/)[129 Most Common French Adjectives](https://www.talkinfrench.com/common-adjectives-french/) You can also check out the different beginner-level vocabulary sorted by theme here in the [beginner vocabulary category](https://www.talkinfrench.com/category/french-vocabulary-expression/beginner-french-vocabulary-expression/). Or for the most complete listing of French vocabulary, enroll in our French Vocabulary Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### IV. Begin with Grammar Suited For Your Level Regardless of what amazing and innovative method you plan to use when learning French, you can’t ever ignore basic grammar. Yes I know, I know, it’s one of the most boring parts of learning French, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are several good bite-sized grammar lessons in the [Beginner Grammar category of Talk in French](https://www.talkinfrench.com/category/grammar/beginner-grammar) , but if you want a properly sorted grammar book with short and fun daily lessons, you may want to check out our French Grammar Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### V. [Make Listening to French a Habit](https://www.talkinfrench.com/practice-listening-french/) Another one of the important foundations you need to build as you start learning French is your listening comprehension skills. And what’s the best way to go about it? Practice, practice, practice! Make listening a habit ([see related article about How to Make Listening a Habit here](https://www.talkinfrench.com/practice-listening-french/)). I understand that it’s not easy to look for listening materials that you can use to practice. So I prepared some short dictation exercises for beginners. 10 exercises to be exact and you can access it all for free below perfect for those learning French for beginners. [French Dictation exercise 1](https://www.talkinfrench.com/dictation1/) [French Dictation exercise 2](https://www.talkinfrench.com/dictation2/) [French Dictation exercise 3](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercices-3/) [French Dictation exercise 4](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-4/) [French Dictation exercise 5](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-5/) [French Dictation exercise 6](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-6/) [French Dictation exercise 7](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-7/) [French Dictation exercise 8](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-8/) [French Dictation exercise 9](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-9/) [French Dictation exercise 10](https://www.talkinfrench.com/french-listening-exercise-10/) Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### VI. Learn Noun Genders the Easy Way Another thorn in a lot of new learners’ side is noun genders. Why oh why do things have to be either male or female? Well, the answer beats me, but I’ve found a way to beat it back. Let me show you an easy way to learn noun genders by heart: through gender drills! Of course, if you want, you can learn noun genders by memorizing the words with its corresponding articles, but you can also make it a breeze (and decidedly more fun) through the help of our French Noun Gender Mastery Course. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### VII. Tackle Verb Conjugations Yeah, well. This one is another troublesome topic. I can see a lot of eyes rolling from here. But it doesn’t have to be hard at all. Just like noun genders, we can beat it together using verb drills. Start with the most common, frequently-used French verbs with the [Verb Drills](https://store.talkinfrench.com/product/french-verb-drills-mega-bundle-master-10-useful-verbs/?_ga=2.199709421.231264474.1518916375-1787810610.1503472858) and focus first on the present tense before moving on to the rest of the other useful tenses. Still Stuck at Intermediate French? ![](https://www.talkinfrench.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Apr-28-2025-04_18_53-PM.png) Break through the plateau with our proven coaching and study method. ### Conclusion I know how intimidating learning French for beginners can get. You may be overwhelmed with different options when you're starting to learn French. Hopefully, this guide narrowed it all down for you. Remember, the best part about learning French is to keep it fun and simple, and do it every day. With a nice learning habit, you'll be moving to intermediate level in no time. Talk in French will be with you every step of the way. Best of luck on your studies\! 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