Coucou les French learners,
Having a growth mindset is crucial when you embark on your French journey. The ability to learn and improve is indeed essential when you are acquiring French (or any other languages).
At the start of our intermediate online class, I asked learners to shift their thoughts. Instead of thinking:
– Je ne suis pas doué(e) pour le Français ! (I am not gifted for French!)
Ask yourself:
– Qu’est-ce qui me manque ? (What am I missing?)
Jane shared she misses speaking French easily. She said:
– Parler français facilement me manque.
Jane explained that she finds herself translating English to French in her head which cuts the flow of communication.
You can purchase our online sessions replays from Beginner Plus to Advanced here.
Are you experiencing the same fustration? Are you tired of getting caught up in the cycle of translating every word in your head while speaking French? Imagine the freedom and fluency of being able to express yourself effortlessly, without relying on translation.
I have thought about it and I want to share with you 3 essential tips that will transform the way you approach speaking French.
Say goodbye to mental translation and embrace a more natural and authentic communication style!
Immerse yourself in French
Surround yourself with as much French input as possible. The more you expose yourself to the language, the more your brain will start to think in French instead of relying on translation.
We offer a treasure trove of captivating French stories, videos, and podcasts, all designed to immerse you in comprehensible French.
What does “comprehensible” mean? It means that our content is carefully crafted with high-frequency words, common structures, and cognates, making it accessible and easy to understand. Once you understand French, you can say goodbye to the frustration of constantly relying on translation. You effortlessly grasp the essence of the French language.
You can also immerse yourself in our collection of podcasts featuring real-life conversations in slow French. Through these engaging and authentic dialogues, you’ll gradually absorb more and more French, building your comprehension step by step.
Listen to our podcasts for free here!
As you dive deeper into our content, something magical starts to happen. Your mind begins to think and dream in French. The language becomes a part of you, flowing naturally in your thoughts and conversations. The days of relying on translation become a thing of the past, replaced by a newfound confidence in expressing yourself in French.
Julie commented:
What an engaging way to learn! I can’t even believe I can listen and understand this story, and I’m not getting bogged down with all the grammar and gender rules. I am not translating in my head, but understanding without needing to think too hard. Merci beaucoup!
Little by little, watch your understanding grow, your vocabulary expand, and your fluency blossom.
Think in French
Challenge yourself to think in French throughout the day. Start with simple thoughts and gradually increase the complexity. As you progress, try to form complete sentences and to express your thoughts in French without relying on translation.
In our exclusive Teen Stage program, we empower you to express yourself effortlessly in French, without the cumbersome process of translating in your head. With each session, you embark on a transformative journey of self-expression.
Immerse yourself in engaging videos where I personally answer thought-provoking questions about my own experiences. As you watch, observe how I think out loud while typing my response. This unique technique will guide you to think in French, enabling you to answer questions naturally without the need for translation.
With 31 sessions meticulously designed around everyday topics, you develop the skills necessary to navigate conversations with confidence. Each session equips you with the tools to handle real-life conversations with native French speakers, bridging cultural gaps, and forging meaningful connections.
Go to the first session for free here.
Break free from translation, and let your French language shine!
Embrace Immersion Techniques
Engage in immersive activities that encourage you to communicate directly in French. Write diary entries or stories in French. By having to think in French, you develop the ability to bypass translation and express yourself more naturally.
Meet Barry, one of our cherished members, whose imagination took flight with Marie et her loyal dog, Médor. Inspired by the enchanting world of French storytelling, Barry embarked on a remarkable journey of writing captivating stories each day, fueled by sheer delight and entertainment.
The act of writing itself serves as a gateway to thinking in French, liberating you from translation.
Read and listen to Barry’s fun story – Marie et les pattes brillantes – for free. Make sure to push the Audio sync view button on to listen to Ben’s voice reading the story.
Be a part of our vibrant community, where creativity blossoms! Start your French journey with us today, and let your imagination run wild alongside Marie, Médor, and a host of captivating characters.
Together, let’s celebrate the sheer joy of storytelling in French and unlock the power of expression within you.
What are you waiting for? Join us now and make real progress in French! You will gain:
CLARITY: progress step by step through stages and make French become clear to you.
COMMUNITY: meet weekly and keep yourself accountable through the most caring and invested community.
TRANSFORMATION: feel empowered. Be fluent in French. Transform yourself and get a new soul.