Coucou les membres de la communauté,
We are now back from our trip to Morocco, and our hearts and cameras are full!
During our travels, we met wonderful people who generously shared their stories and perspectives.
Their insights were so captivating that we took the time to interview several of them, and we can’t wait to share these brilliant nuggets with you in our upcoming videos.
Stay tuned, there is a wealth of authentic French content coming your way!
Why French Is Spoken in Morocco
One thing that stood out in Morocco is how many people speak French.
This is rooted in the country’s history: French became widespread during the period of French colonial influence and remains an important language in Morocco today.
While Arabic is the official language and the primary language of daily life, French is dominant in education, administration, and business.
Moroccan people speak Moroccan Arabic, also known as Darija. It is distinct from Modern Standard Arabic, which is used in formal settings, and is the primary language for everyday conversation.
At school, Moroccan children learn both Arabic and French, and many subjects, especially scientific ones, are taught in French.
This bilingual education opens doors for Moroccans in the professional world and connects them to a broader Francophone culture.
Your Questions: How to Move Beyond Simple Sentences?
Here is a thoughtful question from one of our members, @Ross237, who asked:
“I have finished all the lessons. My listening comprehension has improved. But I still can’t say more than simple sentences. What do you advise?”
My answer is to practice narration, a powerful technique from Charlotte Mason’s pedagogy.
Narration is the practice of retelling a story or passage in your own words after listening or reading. According to Charlotte Mason, narration is not about memorizing or parroting back information, but about making the story your own, processing, organizing, and expressing it naturally.
When you narrate, you are actively using the language you have absorbed, which helps move vocabulary and structures from passive recognition to active use.
Start small: listen to a short, simple story, like those in our Baby Stories.
Try to retell it in French, even if it’s just a few sentences.
Over time, as you become more comfortable, you can narrate longer passages and add more detail.
This process gently builds your spoken fluency, confidence, and ability to express yourself in French.
Celebrate Your Progress
Thank you for your dedication and curiosity!
If you ever feel discouraged, like @Ross237, remember: language acquisition is a long journey, but every step brings progress.
The journey itself is the reward.
We are here to support you, and we are so proud of everything you’ve achieved so far.
Keep exploring, keep narrating, and above all, enjoy the adventure of acquiring French!
Cordialement,
