I’ve compiled my best tips about how to improve your French listening skills after receiving this question from many of you. If you find it a struggle to hold a conversation in French because you can’t understand the replies, if you think French people speak too fast or if you find that your ear hasn't tuned in to French language yet, I hope my recommended exercises and resources will help you! A written version of this podcast episode is available on my website for easier reference. Check out www.frenchyourway.com.au/improve-your-french-listening-skills LINKS and RESOURCES Check my … Read More →
How to Improve your French Listening Skills?
Listen to the audio version in Episode 35 of French Your Way Podcast. Many of you find it difficult to understand spoken French. You find it too fast, daunting, overwhelming sometimes: I struggle with understanding the response. It would seem that my ear is still not ‘tuned-in’ to native speakers. I can usually get the drift if something is written down but quite often not if it is spoken. (Deryck) I struggle with holding a conversation in French ( everyone seems to speak so fast). (Willie) Si vous pouvez me donner quelques conseils pour améliorer ma compréhension orale? Selon moi, la … Read More →
FYW 020 : The 3 Ways to Pronounce Plus in French
How do you know when to pronounce or not the "s" at the end of the word "plus" ? This question comes from a listener of French your Way Podcast, Philipp. In this episode, I will run you through the 3 different pronunciations and you will also learn WHY there are differences! For a full explanation, also check my article at www.frenchyourway.com.au/plus . I’ve included an exercise worksheet which you can get for free. Vocabulary and Spelling of the French Words mentioned in this episode Deux plus deux égalent quatre (2+2 = 4) plus cher = more expensive plus grand = taller plus … Read More →