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1198 French tutors available

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 Julie Ruest.

Julie Ruest

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Speaks :French
Native
English
+1

Friendly and experienced full time teacher from Québec - New on italki My students describe me as a passionate and dynamic teacher—organized, authentic, and open-minded. I create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable speaking, asking questions, and making mistakes. I easily adapt to different goals, needs, and learning styles, and my sense of humor helps make lessons enjoyable, motivating, and engaging.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher ADAM ALY.

ADAM ALY

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
German
Native
English
+2

Certified teacher with 6 years of experience. My courses are tailored to my students’ needs. I offer individual and group classes and adapt to my students’ levels and goals. I also offer specialized courses, such as conversation classes, grammar courses, and exam preparation. I am an experienced and passionate teacher, dedicated to my students’ learning. I am patient, understanding, and flexible, and I adapt to each student’s needs.

USD 5.00/trial
Available now
Learn French with the teacher Erin.

Erin

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
English
Native
German
Chinese (Mandarin)
+4

Native English speaker and certified French and German teacher with 8 years of teaching experience I have been teaching French and German for 8 years in mainly in-person settings and some online. I'm an engaging, patient, and fun teacher who understands the challenges of learning a new language. My lessons will leave you feeling confident and excited to learn more.

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

5,219 Lessons

Claire

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Kids
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
+7

As a teacher, I try to have as kind of an attitude as possible to make you feel comfortable. I believe there is no shame in making mistakes, searching for words, or forgetting something that we have learned. Honesty regarding your goals is one of the key to success without frustration, because learning and speaking a new language takes time.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher ⭐️ Mourad⭐️.
5.0

8,030 Lessons

⭐️ Mourad⭐️

Professional Teacherid verified
Technology
Medical
Business
+2
Speaks :French
Native
Arabic
Native
English
Arabic (Maghrebi)
Native
Arabic (Modern Standard)
Native
+1

Native French and International Certified Teacher with 14 years of Experience My teaching experiences started on 2010 when I was a mere English and French Student at the Prestigious Preparatory Schsool of Languages in Montfleury. I tried to diverse my experiences in teaching languages. Hence, my choice to lead a "Liguistic gypsy life" where I roamed from one country to another with one sole mission that consists of spreading French & Arabic languages across the world. These life-changing experiences forged my teaching capacities for exposed to different cultures with different learning and teaching traditions. It also nourished a perpetual love for teaching.

USD 26.99/trial
Learn French with the teacher Yvan Ramsey.
5.0

754 Lessons

Yvan Ramsey

Professional Teacherid verified
Medical
Business
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
+1

Certified French Teacher| Accelerated French for Beginners | TEF/TCF/DELF Coach I am a patient and encouraging guide who specializes in "accelerated learning" for beginners. I love taking students from zero knowledge to confident speaking. However, DAEFLE holder, I know exactly how to prepare you for exams like TEF Canada, TCF, and DELF.

USD 19.00/trial
Available 11:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher sylvain.
5.0

2,934 Lessons

sylvain

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Spanish
+1

Professeur de français diplômé avec 10 ans d'expérience Bonjour, Je m'appelle Sylvain, je suis français et professeur de français en Colombie depuis 10 ans. Je suis titulaire d'un TCF C2 qui justifie mon niveau de français. J'ai plusieurs diplômes de pédagogie, didactique et enseignement du français. J'ai également plusieurs expériences d'enseignement du français (dans deux centres de langues, une école privée et aussi en particulier). L'enseignement est avant tout pour moi, une passion . En plus de la transmission des connaissances, je m'engage à contribuer à l'éducation culturelle de mon pays et à former mes étudiants en vue de leur intégration sociale et culturelle dans les pays francophones.

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

9,023 Lessons

Julian

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Japanese
+1

Supportive & Friendly Certified Teacher with Over 7500+ lessons, DELF, TEF, TCF and Conversations My students told me I am very positive, funny and relaxing during the classes. I always teach with a smile and with positivity. My experience also helps me quickly locate the areas where students have weaknesses so I can find the best and quickest way to approach them.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Lola French Teacher.
5.0

2,957 Lessons

Lola French Teacher

Community Tutorid verified
Technology
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :French
Native
English
Russian
Ukrainian
Spanish
+3

8+ years experience👩🏻‍💻Specialized in TEF, TCF Canada & France | Business French, Daily French I guess I began teaching because I got frustrated as a student... I wanted to learn Spanish, so I called a language school. They told me it ONLY takes a year to get to A1. I hung up & reached B2 by myself in 6 months!🚀 Then I scheduled some trial classes with a few French tutors to try it out. Sadly, many lacked English skills. Others couldn't break down simple ideas like 'bonjour' = 'bon' (good) + 'jour' (day). Indeed, being a native speaker doesn't equate to being a good tutor. As for me, I spent years traveling all over the world & studying languages before I began teaching. I will provide all the necessary guidance to boost your confidence & help you learn efficiently! On y va?🥐☕️

USD 36.00/trial
Available 12:45 Today
Learn French with the teacher Sofia Sayers.
5.0

5,274 Lessons

Sofia Sayers

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
English
Native
Portuguese
Spanish
Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

Fluency & Pronunciation | IELTS Coach 🗣️ 🇺🇸 🇧🇷 🇫🇷 🇪🇸 🇨🇳 Professional & Helpful. With over 6 years of experience, I can help you have natural and meaningful conversations. *IELTS* If you are looking to score a 7 or higher on your next IELTS exam, I offer: -Speaking & writing prep -Official IELTS practice material -Monthly progress checks -Sample question simulation Looking to improve your conversational skills and/or perfect your accent? I offer fluency & pronunciation classes as well.

USD 70.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Tibo.
5.0

7,765 Lessons

Tibo

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
Persian (Farsi)
Spanish
+3

Tibo teaches French to everyone ! Beginner or advanced level, exams, DELF-DALF. Like to see the smile on a student's face when she/he makes his/her first sentence, discover a new cool expression, or can finally pronounce the trickiest word in French ! Also like to make French easy, and learning process entertaining, to be working without realizing it. Bachelor Degree in Sociology - Science of Education. I was also volunteer in associations, teaching French to migrants. I did several trip, and get use to give private classes abroad, especially in Iran and in Egypt. Those experiences led my to work with heterogeneous audiences, children and adults, of different level.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher ⭐Marie ⭐.
5.0

12.0k Lessons

⭐Marie ⭐

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :French
Native
English
Latin
+2

Bilingual French and English teacher with 22-year world. teach. experience. Boost self-confidence. I am enthusiatic, approachable and strongly committed to facilitate your learning experience. I deeply care about creating a friendly and safe classroom atmosphere in order to raise your self-esteem and confidence and make you feel comfortable to participate. It doesn’t take me long to determine your learning style and adjust my teaching methods to your needs. I’m also very responsive to your learning pace. My teaching style is pretty much task-based. I think you can make the most of our time together and learn more deeply if the activities we are doing make sense. My ultimate goals are to make you fully engaged in your learning and effectively progress while enjoying our language classes.

USD 18.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher 𝕃𝕀𝕃𝕃𝕐❜𝕊.
5.0

5,987 Lessons

𝕃𝕀𝕃𝕃𝕐❜𝕊

Professional Teacherid verified
Kids
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
German
Italian
Spanish
+4

📚 Professional French teacher A1-C2|🗣️ Specialized in Phonetics|🥇Certified examiner for Exams| ✅ Feel free to book a trial lesson!. This trial lesson will be conducted as a regular class, not just an introduction or a simple discussion of your goals. I will teach as I usually do. As a professional French as a Foreign Language (FLE) teacher, I offer interactive and personalized lessons to learn French. With dynamic methods, I guide you toward your language goals! 🥇 The perfect order to start learning French from scratch would be : PHONETICS > GRAMMAR > SPEAKING > WRITING > TEST ( Delf/ Dalf/ TEF/ TCF)

USD 24.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher BibleIELTSkids -Walt.
5.0

6,881 Lessons

BibleIELTSkids -Walt

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Business
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
+1

Oxford-trained university teacher: Bible, IELTS, Kids, Business, Programming, Role-Play I've taught English and French most of my life, to children of all ages and also to adults, as a student giving private lessons, and then as an expat, in schools and universities, as well as being sent by language agencies to teach professional business English and French to managers and directors on site, in their own companies. Later, I taught English as an English university lecturer (CTS University, Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, Belgium). At Radley College, Oxford, after doing Business Studies, and specialising in Theological Bible Studies, I taught the Bible. I am the very model of a Biblical Philologist: https://youtu.be/3x2SvqhfevE I teach classics: Shakespeare, Milton, Chaucer & Dickens too!

USD 15.00/trial
Available now
Learn French with the teacher Yvan.
5.0

3,078 Lessons

Yvan

Community Tutorid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
Spanish
+1

Professeur de français natif: Conversation/Préparation aux examens de français DELF/DALF/TCF/TEF J'ai 6 ans d'expérience en tant que professeur de français natif. J'adapte toujours mes cours selon vos attentes, besoins et objectifs. J'enseigne aux étudiants de niveau pré-intermédiaire à expérimenté (A2 à C2). Je peux également vous préparer pour les examens de français tels que le DELF, DALF TCF, TEF et FIDE. I am a native French teacher with 5 years of experience. I always adapt my lessons to ensure they encompass your specific interests, needs and objectives. I teach students from pre-intermediate to advanced level (A2 to C2). I also have experience teaching for French examinations such as DELF, DALF TCF, TEF and FIDE.

USD 11.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Alan.
5.0

2,892 Lessons

Alan

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Arabic
Native
English
Spanish
Russian
Portuguese
+3

Native French Teacher & PhD candidate with 8 years of experience - Hablo español - говорю по-русски I have been teaching French (as well as English and Arabic) for the last 10 years. Right now I teach French at a high school in New York City, and I also give Arabic lessons and English lessons to non-English speakers. I have taught these languages in England, Switzerland, and Tunisia, and I had students of all ages and all levels. I use interactive, fun, and yet productive methods that I have developed myself, and I focus on conversation and self-expression. With me you will not only learn the language, but also be equipped with the right tips and practices to make your language learning experience as enjoyable and as productive as possible. Keep learning and I hope to see you soon!

USD 28.00/trial
Available 16:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher Kevin Ferreira.
5.0

6,420 Lessons

Kevin Ferreira

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Spanish
Portuguese
+3

TOP 1% BEST FRENCH TUTOR ON ITALKI J'aime dans un premier temps vous poser des questions ouvertes pour voir ce avec quoi vous êtes à l'aise en français et ce qui vous pose problème. Je fais mon maximum pour vous mettre à l'aise, sans aucun stress afin de vous mettre dans les meilleures dispositions d'apprentissage. Je suis quelqu'un d'assez cool qui aime que ses élèves s'investissent dans leur travail.

USD 23.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher Eamon.
5.0

4,609 Lessons

Eamon

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Other)
+2

🌟🎯 Master Speaking, Writing & Exams — Personalised Lessons for Fast Results ⚡📚 🌟 Why Book a Lesson with Me? 🌟 ✳️ Post-lesson, expect an extensive report on your vocabulary, grammar, and many exercises. ✳️ I adopt intuitive and innovative approaches, ensuring you get maximum speaking time in class. ✳️ While I emphasize fluency over grammar learning, I'll delve into specific rules when necessary. ✳️ As both a teacher and a language enthusiast learning Arabic, Chinese, German, and more, I teach with the very methods I've found effective in my own journey. ✳️ With my Irish 🇨🇮 roots and upbringing, I command English at a native level, which proves invaluable when clarifying concepts or sharing cultural nuances.

USD 12.99/trial
Available 07:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher ⭐ Michael ⭐.
5.0

9,538 Lessons

⭐ Michael ⭐

Community Tutorid verified
Business
Speaks :French
Native
English
+1

Let's talk about what you like, improve your french and have fun ;) L'apprentissage par le dialogue est, selon moi, la clé d'une progression rapide. Je m'adapte totalement à votre niveau et à vos objectifs pour vous offrir un environnement sans stress. Ensemble, nous pratiquerons votre français sur les sujets que vous choisissez, des plus légers aux plus complexes. Mon rôle est de vous écouter, de vous encourager et de vous aider à vous exprimer avec fluidité et précision. I am deeply convinced that dialogue is the key to fast progress. I totally adapt to your level and goals to provide a stress-free environment. We will practice your French on the topics you choose. My role is to listen, encourage, and help you speak with fluency and accuracy.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Learn French with the teacher Anis Haryouli.
5.0

5,781 Lessons

Anis Haryouli

Professional Teacherid verified
Kids
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :French
Native
Spanish
English

Professeur de français certifié (5000+ leçons, 5★) Je suis un professeur ouvert d’esprit, curieux et toujours à l’écoute. J’accorde une grande importance à l’échange et à l’adaptation : chaque élève est unique, et mes cours sont construits en fonction de vos objectifs, de votre niveau et de vos centres d’intérêt. Que vous aimiez parler, découvrir la culture française, ou approfondir la grammaire, je m’adapte à votre rythme et à votre style d’apprentissage. Mon but est de vous faire progresser dans une ambiance détendue, bienveillante et motivante.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Your final payment will be made in USD

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:

  • 🗣️ Build correct pronunciation from the start
  • 🛠️ 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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