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Our team of experienced French teachers provides one-on-one online classes and courses designed to help you learn the language in a fun and interactive way.

Learn French with the teacher Esther.
5.0

7,431 Lessons

Estherid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Spanish
C1
·Italian
B1
+3

Certified teacher with over 7 years of experience My name is Esther, I'm a certified English teacher, and in 2019 I started tutoring French. I've lived in different countries (France, Spain, UK, Canada, India, Germany, currently Sweden) and I'm passionate about languages. I'm patient and supportive. I do know that mistakes are part of the process and I offer a humane approach. I like to have a friendly relationship with my students as long as there's mutual respect. IMPORTANT POLICY Italki doesn't allow less than 24h cancellations but I forgive 2/year because I know that sometimes things happen (sickness, emergency) but I cannot allow more as an hour not taught is an hour not paid. CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW STUDENTS FOR ENGLISH OR KIDS. NOT PREPARING FOR EXAMS EITHER. Also: my MATERIAL is in ENGLISH. I organize my lessons according to your needs, the level you want to reach or the structures you want to review. I use a variety of materials (lessons, articles, podcasts, videos, songs...) and techniques (learn by doing, learn by repetition...). To give you an idea, my students starting French from scratch reach a CONVERSATIONAL LEVEL after around 7-8 months PROVIDED they take 1h class per week and are willing to do some homework. Usually count in average 30 hours of regular lessons to reach a full A2. And bear in mind that regularity is more important than quantity!

USD 40.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Louis.
5.0

1,294 Lessons

Louisid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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Spanish
C1
·English
B1

French teacher certified children : 15 years experience. 😉 je m'adapte Ă  tous les niveaux: A1,A2,B1,B2,C1,C2 je travaille avec beaucoup de documents, j'essaie que mes cours soient le plus ludiques que possible, partager ma culture, ma langue et mes compĂ©tences est une rĂ©elle passion. Je suis spĂ©cialiste de l’enseignement pour les enfants dans le primaire.

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Learn French with the teacher Nabintou.
5.0

45 Lessons

Nabintouid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Spanish
C2
·Chinese (Mandarin)
B1
·Italian
B1
+7

Professeur passionnĂ©e de langues (EN) French is known to be a really hard and tough language (I won't deny it ahah) but I am willing to help you on this journey. ------------------------------------------ (FR) Nous utiliserons des supports vidĂ©os pour t'aider dans ton apprentissage, nous lirons ensemble des textes et nous ferons des jeux de rĂŽles (role-playing games). ------------------------------------------ æˆ‘ä»ŹäŒšäœżç”šè§†éą‘è”„æ–™æ„ćžźćŠ©äœ ć­Šäč æł•èŻ­ïŒŒäž€è”·é˜…èŻ»æ–‡ç« ïŒŒćč¶èż›èĄŒè§’è‰Čæ‰źæŒ”æžžæˆ

USD 12.00/trial
Available 04:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Arnaut.
5.0

510 Lessons

Arnautid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
B1
+1

J'ai obtenu mon master de FLE en 2016 j'ai travaillé à Montpellier puis j'ai eu envie de voyager. Je suis alors parti en Chine en 2018.J'ai travaillé presque 3 ans pour l'alliance française de Chengdu en Chine. Aujourd'hui je suis revenu dans le sud de la France, dans ma région. I am a teacher since 2016, I worked in Montpellier and after I moved to Chengdu in China. I have been working for almost 3 years in the Alliance francaise in Chendu. Today I am based again in the South of France.

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Learn French with the teacher Isa | 30 year exp.
5.0

1,911 Lessons

Isa | 30 year expid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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Spanish
C2
+1

Français: Ma mĂ©thode est centrĂ©e sur tes objectifs mais surtout sur tes difficultĂ©s. Nous commencerons par dĂ©terminer ton profil et tes besoins. Ensuite, je m'adapterai Ă  tes intĂ©rĂȘts pour crĂ©er un programme d'Ă©tude personnalisĂ©.

USD 20.00/trial
Available 15:15 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Anastasia.
5.0

435 Lessons

Anastasiaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
C2
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Russian
Native
·Ukrainian
Native
·German
C2
·Norwegian
C2
·English
C1
·Italian
C1

I mainly apply the communicative, audio-lingual, and direct methods which make lessons more interactive. All lessons are tailored to the learning preferences of a particular student to increase motivation and make the lesson more engaging. I also prepare for high level language exams (C1 Goethe Zertifikat for German and French DALF)

USD 31.00/Hour
Available 10:15 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Sébastien Fau.
5.0

3,144 Lessons

Sébastien Fauid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
C1
·English
C1
·Spanish
B2
+2

Professional Teacher 15 years of experience. Structured classes and kind atmosphere. 15ćčŽç¶“é©—æł•æ–‡è€ćž« I love being French teacher because I believe that my true vocation; I also like it for the reason that I always know new people with different ideas and backgrounds; things that enrich my life! æˆ‘ćŸˆć–œæ­Ąç•¶æł•æ–‡è€ćž«ć› ç‚șæˆ‘ćŻä»„èȘè­˜äžćŒçš„äșșć’ŒäžćŒèƒŒæ™Żă€‚ I'm fond of learning new langages too. Actually I can speak English, Spanish and Chinese quiet fluently. 我äčŸè »ć–œæ­Ąć­žèȘžèš€; 我會èȘȘè‹±æ–‡ïŒŒäž­æ–‡ć’Œè„żæ–‡ă€‚ I'm currently work as a teacher in a langage school in Taiwan. This experience gives me a rich and deep understanding on what the students need to speak like a native! æˆ‘çš„ç¶“é©—èź“æˆ‘ćŸˆæ·±ćŸ—çž­è§Łć­žç”Ÿć­žçż’çš„ć›°é›ŁïŒŒć°€ć…¶æ˜ŻèȘȘäž­æ–‡çš„ćŒć­ž I think I'm patient and kind by nature; but I also keep focused on students needs in order to make learning more efficient and structured! æˆ‘ćŸˆæœ‰è€ćżƒ^^

USD 6.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Darya.
5.0

73 Lessons

Daryaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C1
·Persian (Farsi)
B2
+1

đŸ‡«đŸ‡· Certified Teacher | Track your progress with Personalized Recap Sheet | DELF/DALF Prep đŸ‡«đŸ‡· Bonjour! I'm Darya, your certified French teacher Experience in Montreal, Geneva, Paris | Farsi speaker Transform your French: ace the DELF, expat and tourism, your goals at your own pace. I unlock doors to French culture, literature, and the art of living Ă  la française. Track your progress with personalized recap sheet (except conversation classes). With a Master in Literature and Alliance Française Certification, I have 4+ years of helping adult students achieve their unique goals, whether it is mastering everyday conversations, conquering DELF/DALF exams, or whatever matters most to them. No cookie-cutter lessons here - every class is designed specifically for you. Every session is designed to keep you engaged, motivated, confident in your progress. How I make it happen: Authentic materials (real articles, photos, cultural content)➕Focused exercises (targeted practice for what you need to improve) = Learning that feels relevant, dynamic, and gets you talking from day one After each lesson (except conversation classes), receive a personalized recap sheet : what you've learned, your milestones, next focus areas ____________________ Professeure certifiĂ©e par l'Alliance Française MontrĂ©al | GenĂšve | Paris | Persanophone Fiche rĂ©capitulative aprĂšs chaque leçon (sauf cours conversation) Cours sur Mesure : DELF, expatriation, tourisme

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Learn French with the teacher Sacha.
5.0

535 Lessons

Sachaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Italian
B1

Unleash your inner (angry) French I prioritize empathy and encouragement to help you gain confidence, and monitor your progression. How? đŸ•”ïžâ€â™€ïž Analysing your pain points and strengths and creating adjusted lessons. đŸŒ± Sharing my knowledge and tips in language acquisition, playlists, TV shows and movie lists. đŸ‘©đŸ»â€đŸ”§ Asking you for feedbacks to give you better lessons! đŸŽ™ïž Creating my own audios to help you with pronunciation and elocution tasks. __ đŸ“Č : I answer any question you might have through text, and communicate all new informations about your lessons regularly.

USD 13.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Toriaezu.
4.9

2,810 Lessons

Toriaezuid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Japanese
C2
+1

Beginners Welcome. Clear Curriculum, Conversation, DELF/IGCSE... (Spoken: French/Japanese/English) I am a highly experienced teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience. My teaching experience spans multiple levels, including middle school, high school, and university, in France, Japan, and with a private school in China. I am kind, encouraging and want everybody to succeed. I will adapt my lesson to your objectives. I do French language official test training (DELF, FUTSUKEN etc
) as well as preparation for your trip in Paris, increase your vocabulary lessons and conversation classes.

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Learn French with the teacher THIBAUT ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.
5.0

394 Lessons

THIBAUT ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English
Native
·Spanish
C2

đŸ”„đŸš€ Speak French like a native and turn every conversation into success đŸ”„đŸš€ ✅Why Choose Me ? : đŸ‘©â€đŸ« I’m certified! 🌍 I’ve learned two languages on the internet. 📚 I provide you with an amazing learning program (no need to buy books!). đŸ‘©â€đŸ« Over 400 students trained. 🕒 Plenty of availability to support you. đŸ“± I use a tablet in my lessons for an interactive experience.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Andy Mondesir.
5.0

1,501 Lessons

Andy Mondesirid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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Haitian Creole
Native
·English
C2
·Spanish
B1

Speak Real French and Haitian creole with a Native Tutor__ Fast, Fun, and Confident. 🌟 Bonjour! I'm Andy, a native French and Haitian Creole tutor from Haiti with 4+ years of experience. I help students speak confidently, whether you're preparing for DELF/DALF/TCF/TEF/TFI exams, need Creole for healthcare, or want to explore Haitian culture and cuisine. Allons-y! 🌟 My approach starts with getting to know you, your interests, goals, and current level. From there, I build custom lessons where vocabulary, conversation speed, and subject matter are tailored to just beyond where you are, so you reinforce what you know while gaining something new every session. I focus on high-frequency words and verbs, using level-appropriate books (A1–C2) to maximize fluency gains. Each lesson follows the i+1 principle: I meet you exactly where you are and stretch you just a little further each time so progress feels natural, not overwhelming.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 00:15 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Christine.
5.0

2,737 Lessons

Christineid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Spanish
B2
+1

Bonjour les amis ! Je m’appelle Christine, votre prof française passionnĂ©e, nĂ©e et Ă©levĂ©e en France. Depuis 2017, j’ai le plaisir d’accompagner les dĂ©butants, les enfants et tous ceux qui souhaitent amĂ©liorer leur conversation Ă  dĂ©couvrir le vrai français—celui qu’on parle au quotidien, qu’on vit dans la rue, et qu’on savoure Ă  travers les films, les voyages et, bien sĂ»r, les dĂ©licieux croissants đŸ„. Que vous commenciez de zĂ©ro ou que vous cherchiez Ă  perfectionner votre aisance, mes cours dynamiques mĂȘlent grammaire, jeux, et situations rĂ©elles pour rendre l’apprentissage vivant et amusant. J’adore transformer les erreurs en Ă©clats de rire et les manuels en aventures culturelles. PrĂȘt(e) Ă  apprendre en riant, Ă  explorer la culture française et Ă  vivre une vĂ©ritable aventure linguistique ensemble ? À trĂšs vite pour partager cette passion du français !

USD 18.00/trial
Available 22:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Magali.
4.9

100 Lessons

Magaliid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Spanish
B1

Certified French and English teacher with over 15 years of experience Professeure diplÎmée de français et d'anglais avec prÚs de 15 ans d'expérience, je prépare mes cours en fonction des besoins de mes élÚves. I am a qualified French and English teacher with almost 15 years of experience and I prepare my lessons for them to suit my students' needs.

USD 13.00/trial
Available 07:30 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Daniel 🇼đŸ‡Ș.
5.0

2,969 Lessons

Daniel 🇼đŸ‡Șid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :French
C2
·
English
Native
·Gaelic (Irish)
Native
·Gaelic (Scottish)
C2
·Gaelic (Manx)
C2
·Spanish
C2
·Welsh
B1
+2

Language student and tutor! 🇼đŸ‡ȘđŸ‡«đŸ‡·đŸŽó §ó ąó łó Łó Žó żđŸ‡»đŸ‡ȘđŸ‡ČđŸ‡ŠđŸ‡©đŸ‡ȘđŸŽó §ó ąó ·ó Źó łó żđŸ‡·đŸ‡șđŸ‡”đŸ‡čđŸ‡­đŸ‡· 🇬🇧 I like to take an active approach with my students and make sure that every lesson is well prepared and thought out. I usually spend the first lesson getting to know the student, laying out their goals and defining a general plan. I offer an array of lessons from general conversation to formal tutoring, details of which can be seen below. đŸ‡«đŸ‡· Je prĂ©fĂšre avoir une approche active avec mes Ă©tudiants, en veillant Ă  ce que chaque leçon soit bien prĂ©parĂ©e. Lors de la premiĂšre leçon, je fais connaissance avec l'Ă©tudiant, dĂ©finis ses objectifs et Ă©tablis un plan gĂ©nĂ©ral. Je propose divers types de leçons, allant de la conversation gĂ©nĂ©rale au tutorat formel, dont les dĂ©tails sont ci-dessous.

USD 25.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Youssef.
5.0

1,358 Lessons

Youssefid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·German
B1
+2

Let's speak French together ! Hey! I’m a French tutor with a tech twist master’s student in Robotics by day, language enthusiast by night! If you’re into tech, science, or even comics, I’m your go-to for practical French. Fluent in French and English, I love making language learning relevant to your interests and goals. Let’s make French fit your world fun, modern, and totally you! Salut ! Prof de français avec une touche techno Ă©tudiant en Robotique la nuit ! PassionnĂ© de sciences, de tech et de BD, je suis lĂ  pour rendre le français concret et adaptĂ© Ă  tes passions. Je maĂźtrise le français et l’anglais, et j’adore personnaliser l’apprentissage selon tes objectifs. Ensemble, rendons le français moderne, utile et vraiment Ă  ton image !

USD 10.00/trial
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Learn French with the teacher Michaël K..
5.0

169 Lessons

Michaël K.id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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Romanian
C2
·English
C1
·Spanish
C1
+3

Tuteur FLE certifiĂ© | Français pro, TCF/DELF & entretiens Je suis certifiĂ© dans l’enseignement du français avec la mĂ©thode ANL (Approche Neurolinguistique) et j’ai Ă©galement renforcĂ© mes compĂ©tences en orthographe (UniversitĂ© de Caen Normandie). Je parle plusieurs langues (anglais, espagnol, roumain, hongrois et portugais), ce qui me permet de mieux comprendre les dĂ©fis de mes Ă©lĂšves et de les accompagner efficacement. J’ai vĂ©cu dans plusieurs villes en France (Avignon, NĂźmes, Lille, Lyon, Martinique), ce qui m’a permis de dĂ©velopper une bonne connaissance de la culture française. J’ai aussi voyagĂ© en AmĂ©rique du Sud et je vis en Argentine depuis 5 ans. DĂ©couvrez une approche dynamique pour parler rapidement en toute confiance !

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Learn French with the teacher baptiste.
5.0

753 Lessons

baptisteid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
·
English
C1

Friendly teacher with focus on speaking fluency and natural conversational skills I have been teaching French as a private teacher for more than 10 years. I love teaching and meeting new people. Let’s do a trial lesson together !

USD 12.70/trial
Learn French with the teacher Maria.
5.0

34 Lessons

Mariaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
C2
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Russian
Native
·English
C2
+2

Professional and curious teacher (8 years of experience) КаĐș ĐżŃ€Đ”ĐżĐŸĐŽĐ°ĐČĐ°Ń‚Đ”Đ»ŃŒ я Ń€Đ°Đ±ĐŸŃ‚Đ°ŃŽ ĐžĐœĐŽĐžĐČĐžĐŽŃƒĐ°Đ»ŃŒĐœĐŸ Đž ĐČ ĐłŃ€ŃƒĐżĐżĐ°Ń…, Ń…ĐŸŃ€ĐŸŃˆĐŸ Đ·ĐœĐ°ŃŽ ĐŒĐ”Ń‚ĐŸĐŽĐžĐșу ĐżŃ€Đ”ĐżĐŸĐŽĐ°ĐČĐ°ĐœĐžŃ, Đ”ŃŃ‚ŃŒ сДртОфОĐșаты Cambridge бКб. ĐŸĐŸ Ń„Ń€Đ°ĐœŃ†ŃƒĐ·ŃĐșĐŸĐŒŃƒ Đ”ŃŃ‚ŃŒ сДртОфОĐșат DALF C2. ĐŻ ĐżĐŸĐœŃŃ‚ĐœĐŸ ĐŸĐ±ŃŠŃŃĐœŃŃŽ ĐłŃ€Đ°ĐŒĐŒĐ°Ń‚ĐžĐșу Đž Ń€Đ°Đ·Đ±ĐžŃ€Đ°ŃŽŃŃŒ ĐČ Ń„ĐŸĐœĐ”Ń‚ĐžĐșĐ”, ĐżĐŸŃŃ‚ĐŸĐŒŃƒ ĐżĐŸĐŽŃĐșажу, ĐșаĐș ŃƒĐ»ŃƒŃ‡ŃˆĐžŃ‚ŃŒ ĐČаш аĐșŃ†Đ”ĐœŃ‚. ĐŸĐŸĐŒĐŸĐłŃƒ ĐœĐ°Ń‡Đ°Ń‚ŃŒ ĐłĐŸĐČĐŸŃ€ĐžŃ‚ŃŒ Đž ĐżĐŸĐœĐžĐŒĐ°Ń‚ŃŒ ĐœĐ° ŃĐ»ŃƒŃ…. Đ˜ŃĐżĐŸĐ»ŃŒĐ·ŃƒŃŽ ŃĐŸĐČŃ€Đ”ĐŒĐ”ĐœĐœŃ‹Đ” ĐżĐŸŃĐŸĐ±ĐžŃ Đž Đ°ŃƒŃ‚Đ”ĐœŃ‚ĐžŃ‡ĐœŃ‹Đ” ĐŒĐ°Ń‚Đ”Ń€ĐžĐ°Đ»Ń‹, ĐżĐŸĐŽŃŃ‚Ń€Đ°ĐžĐČаю ĐżŃ€ĐŸĐłŃ€Đ°ĐŒĐŒŃƒ ĐżĐŸĐŽ Đ¶Đ”Đ»Đ°ĐœĐžŃ Đž цДлО ŃƒŃ‡Đ”ĐœĐžĐșĐŸĐČ. ĐœĐŸĐč ĐŸĐżŃ‹Ń‚ Ń€Đ°Đ±ĐŸŃ‚Ń‹ ĐČ ĐŒĐ°Ń€ĐșĐ”Ń‚ĐžĐœĐłĐ” ĐżĐŸĐŒĐŸĐłĐ°Đ”Ń‚ ĐŒĐœĐ” ĐżŃ€Đ”ĐżĐŸĐŽĐ°ĐČать ŃĐ·Ń‹Đș ĐŽĐ”Đ»ĐŸĐČĐŸĐłĐŸ ĐŸĐ±Ń‰Đ”ĐœĐžŃ, а ĐŸĐ±ŃƒŃ‡Đ”ĐœĐžĐ” Đ»ĐžĐœĐłĐČостоĐșĐ” Đž ĐŸĐżŃ‹Ń‚ пДрДĐČĐŸĐŽĐ° - ĐżĐŸĐŒĐŸĐłĐ°Ń‚ŃŒ ĐœĐ°Ń‡ĐžĐœĐ°ŃŽŃ‰ĐžĐŒ Đ»ĐžĐœĐłĐČĐžŃŃ‚Đ°ĐŒ Đž пДрДĐČĐŸĐŽŃ‡ĐžĐșĐ°ĐŒ.

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Learn French with the teacher Lola French Teacher.
5.0

2,999 Lessons

Lola French Teacherid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English
C2
·Russian
C2
·Ukrainian
C2
·Spanish
B2
+4

8+ years experience | TEF, TCF - Canada, France | Immigration, naturalisation Bonjour, hello, hola, buongiorno! I’m Lola, your French teacher from the South of France. đŸ‡«đŸ‡· I teach French through your strongest language(s) for faster progress. Teaching since 2016. 3,000+ lessons, 500+ students worldwide. I guide adult learners in navigating cultural differences in communication and professional settings. I began teaching because I got frustrated as a student. I once called a language school - to be told that “It only takes a year to reach A1...” I hung up and reached B2 on my own in 6 months. Then I did a few trial lessons to see how other tutors worked. Many struggled to explain concepts clearly in English or break down basics (like “bonjour” is literally “good day"). Indeed, being a native speaker doesn’t automatically make someone a teacher. So I decided to offer the kind of guidance I wish I’d had: clear, efficient, confidence-building - and genuinely enjoyable. Important info about my classes: 1) My students feel comfortable and safe - we learn, we laugh, we progress.💜 2) Confidentiality: I don't record lessons, shared files remain private. 3) My methods have proven effective for hundreds of learners (including myself). 4) We use official or personalized resources tailored to your learning style: music, videos, quizzes, stories, targeted exercises - whatever keeps you engaged and moving forward. 5) Complete beginners welcome here. Let’s get you fluent! See you in the classroom, Your Teacher Lola❀

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Frequently asked questions about online French classes

What is the fastest way to learn to speak French?

The fastest way to learn to speak French is with an online French tutor. Working with a tutor ensures your time is focused on the skills that matter most, mistakes are corrected immediately, and your lessons adapt to your level and goals.

To make the most of your learning, take private French lessons tailored to your current level and goals, schedule conversational French classes to practice speaking in real situations and build confidence, and track your progress to adjust focus. Your French teacher can pinpoint weak spots, like pronunciation or verb usage, so every session helps you improve steadily. You can also access free French learning resources, which will help you develop your grammar and vocabulary, and writing skills. This coupled with an italki French tutor will help you on your path to French fluency.

What is the 80/20 rule for learning French?

The 80/20 rule suggests that roughly 20% of what you study produces about 80% of your progress. For French learners, this means focusing on the high-value areas that you use most: common verbs, everyday vocabulary, core grammar patterns, and regular speaking practice.

On italki, a French tutor can help you apply the 80/20 rule by identifying the skills and topics that matter most for your goals. Instead of spending time on rarely used grammar or obscure vocabulary, your private French tutor guides your online French lessons to stay focused, helping you see progress faster.

Are private French tutors worth it?

Yes, private French tutors are worth it if you want faster, noticeable progress in your French learning.

Hiring a private French tutor is worth it because:

  • Lessons are tailored to your goals, whether it’s French lessons for beginners or French conversation classes.
  • You get immediate feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary.
  • One-on-one attention ensures you actively practice speaking in every lesson.
  • Tutors can adjust your French lessons online to focus on your strengths, weaknesses, and learning pace.

Many learners find that combining private French lessons with additional resources, like apps or podcasts, makes learning more efficient and keeps them motivated.

Can you learn French without a tutor?

Yes, you can learn French without a tutor, but most learners progress faster when they work with a French tutor or an online French tutor.

A French tutor helps you:

  • đŸ—Łïž Build correct pronunciation from the start
  • đŸ› ïž Fix pronunciation and grammar issues before they become habits
  • 📅 Stay consistent with a clear study plan
  • 💬 Get real conversation practice, which self-study can’t provide

Many learners try to study only with apps, books, or videos. It works, but it usually takes longer because you don’t get feedback, correction, or regular conversation time.

Using a platform like italki gives you access to experienced online French tutors for one-on-one lessons. When you combine private French lessons with extra resources such as apps or podcasts, your progress stays steady and more balanced.

How much does a French tutor cost?

French tutors on italki cost between $4 to $60 per hour, depending on the tutor’s experience and lesson format.

Many learners choose private French tutors because they provide personalized guidance, instant correction, and real conversation practice that help them progress faster than studying alone.

On italki, you have access to both community and professional tutors, making it easy to find a French teacher that matches your goals and budget. A 30-minute online French lesson typically costs between $4 and $10.

Is 3 months enough to learn French?

Yes. With intensive French classes and a dedicated French tutor, you can reach a basic conversational level (A2-B1). At this stage, you can hold simple conversations, introduce yourself, order food, ask for directions, and manage everyday travel situations.

Full fluency takes longer, usually 1–2 years, but 3 months of focused French lessons can help you understand slow, clear French and respond confidently in common situations.

How long does it take to learn French with a tutor?

It depends on your goals and study intensity, but most learners reach conversational French in 6-12 months when they work with an online French tutor. Regular private French lessons help you stay consistent, fix mistakes early, and get real speaking practice.

Basic French conversation (A2) typically takes 3–6 months with 2–3 French lessons per week.
Intermediate French fluency (B1–B2) may take 6–12 months while advanced fluency (C1–C2) may take 1–2 years.

A private French tutor speeds up your progress by providing immediate feedback and consistent speaking practice. Learners who book 3–5 French classes online per week usually move through levels faster than those studying only once a week.

How do I find a good French tutor on italki?

Finding a good French tutor on italki is easy with filters.

  1. Narrow by price, native language, availability, and specialization (conversation, grammar, exam prep).
  2. Watch intro videos to check teaching style, read student reviews to see how others rate their lessons.
  3. Start with a trial lesson to test compatibility.

A good French teacher adapts lessons to your goals, corrects mistakes constructively, maximizes speaking practice, and tracks progress. If the first tutor isn’t a fit, try another.

Can I find French tutors for specific needs on italki?

Yes, italki offers French tutors who specialize in different learning needs and goals.

You’ll find French tutors for beginners,
French tutors for kids, and
French tutors for conversations, as well as tutors who focus on conversation practice, French grammar, or specialized areas like exam preparation (DELF, DALF, TCF) and business French.

If you feel more comfortable learning French with someone who can speak your native language, italki also offers tutors for
French classes for English speakers and
French classes for Arabic speakers. Whatever your goal, there’s a French tutor for it.

How does italki work?

italki’s online French 1-1 lessons with tutors are simple, flexible, and personalized:

  • 🧐 Browse tutors – After creating an account, browse through qualified French tutors with detailed profiles showing their teaching style, experience, and student reviews.
  • ✅ Choose your tutor – Filter by price, availability, specialization, or tutor type to find a tutor that fits your goals and schedule. Many offer trial lessons to help you find the right match.
  • 📅 Book and attend lessons – Once you book a lesson, you’ll meet your private French tutor via italki’s video platform. Your tutor will assess your level, discuss your objectives, and tailor lessons to your needs.
  • 🚀 Learn at your pace – French classes are fully flexible and can be scheduled daily, weekly, or as often as you like. Between lessons, tutors often provide extra resources or conversation practice to help you progress in learning French online.

How many hours a week should I study French?

It depends on your goals, schedule, and current level, but most learners see steady progress with 3–5 hours of French lessons per week.

Beginners often benefit from 3–5 hours a week to build consistency, practice speaking, and reinforce new grammar and vocabulary. Intermediate and advanced learners may have 2–4 hours a week for focused practice, exam preparation, or conversation skills.

Your learning style also matters: some students thrive with intensive French classes, while others prefer a slower, steady pace. A private French tutor can help you design a schedule that fits your pace, and lessons can be adjusted as your goals evolve.

How often should I meet with an online French tutor?

How often you meet with an online French tutor depends on your goals, schedule, and level. Beginners often benefit from 3–5 online French lessons per week to build consistency, practice speaking, and reinforce new grammar and vocabulary. Intermediate and advanced learners may have 2–3 online French lessons per week to focus on conversation, exam prep, or specific skills.

Short, regular lessons usually work better than long, infrequent sessions. Your private French tutor can help create a schedule that fits your lifestyle and adjust it as your goals change.

Do italki's French tutors offer free online French lessons?

While italki French tutors don’t offer completely free lessons, many provide discounted trial lessons. Each student can book up to three trial lessons (one per tutor) to experience different French teaching styles before committing.

Trial lessons let you try a French lesson online, assess the tutor’s approach, discuss your goals, and see if their style fits your needs. It’s a low-risk way to find the right French teacher.

Do I need a basic understanding of the French language before I can take French classes with italki?

No. You don’t need any previous knowledge to start learning French on italki. The platform has many French tutors for beginners who specialize in teaching students starting from scratch and make the language approachable from day one.

Starting as a complete beginner can be an advantage, as your French tutor will help you build good pronunciation and grammar habits from the very beginning.

What is the difference between an italki Community tutor vs. Professional tutor?

The main difference between an italki community tutors and a professional tutors lies in their qualifications, teaching style, and focus.

Professional tutors are certified teachers with formal training. They offer structured lessons with prepared materials, covering grammar, vocabulary, and exam prep. They provide study resources and detailed feedback during online French lessons, making them ideal for beginners or students seeking systematic learning.

Community tutors, on the other hand, are native or fluent speakers without formal teaching credentials. They focus on French conversational practice, helping learners build fluency and confidence in a flexible, informal, and often more budget-friendly way.

Many learners use both: professional tutors for foundational skills and community tutors for speaking practice.

How can I find the best online French tutors near me?

To find the best online French tutors near you, use italki’s location filter to browse tutors from your country or region.

You can also explore French tutors in major cities like:

All lessons take place online through italki Classroom, providing personalized and convenient French tutoring wherever you are.

Ready to start learning French today? Sign up now to find the perfect French teacher for you and take your language skills to the next level!

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