Learning a foreign language is always an ordeal, even for those who have an aptitude for it. However, there are many ways of doing this: some prefer to read, listen, write or even talk, while others are lucky enough to be able to learn it as part of their compulsory language course at college, high school or university.
French is notoriously complex, but it’s far from impossible to learn. So, for anyone wishing to speak French, from the young to the not-so-young, we advise you to integrate the immersive stay into your learning process.
It’s a unique way to develop your language skills while traveling in the country, immersed in a local family. It’s the perfect opportunity to chat and, above all, to discover the local culture.
French courses, for the basics
Courses seem to be the best way to develop your language skills. Of course, it’s possible to find resources directly online; however, it can be difficult to motivate yourself at home.
Enrolling in language courses, particularly at institutes, is a good way to learn French. With native speakers and programs that often focus on listening and speaking, learning is seen as useful.
Alliances françaises are to French what British Council is to English or Cervantes is to Spanish. Taking classes at an Alliance française is a great way to meet teachers and learners. These courses offer a structured framework for progress in learning French. With courses to suit every level, you can make the decision to improve your French at any age and at any level.
This type of course is even more effective when combined with active practice, such as a language stay.
Oral expression at the heart of your learning
Oral expression and comprehension are at the heart of your learning. It’s important to develop and improve them. The more comfortable you are, the easier it will be to travel in a French-speaking country!
So, if you want to be self-sufficient during your travels – to ask for directions, get information or order food – don’t wait any longer and express yourself in French! Thanks to the Alliances françaises, you’ll be able to express yourself in the language of Molière. But it’s one thing to speak with a teacher, and quite another to do so with a French baker in a small village in Creuse.
Apps such as Babbel or Rosetta Stone are good additions to oral expression and exposure to a whole host of different accents, but immersion offers a much more complete experience. By taking part in everyday conversations, you learn nuances and idiomatic expressions not always found in textbooks or apps.
An immersive stay to confirm your know-how
At Madame Frenchy, we welcome foreigners to Angers who want to develop their French language skills. By living an immersive experience, you’ll rub shoulders with a French family, discovering our culture, our habits and our language.
This total immersion allows you to put into practice what you’ve learned in class or through online resources. Communication becomes more natural, and you’re surrounded by real-life situations, making every interaction a learning opportunity. You improve your French while sharing authentic moments with your host family.
