Free French Learning Resources

French Odyssey is a YouTube channel that helps you learn French through real-life vlogs shot in France, Asia and other places. Each video has clear French audio, on-screen subtitles and useful everyday vocabulary, so you can improve listening, pick up natural expressions and see how French is used in real situations. Perfect for learners who want immersion-style practice and motivation, not just textbooks.

Learn French through reading and listening to content you enjoy. Import articles, books, or videos. The system tracks your vocabulary and uses spaced repetition. Great for intermediate learners.

Pronunciation dictionary with recordings from native speakers. Hear how French words are actually pronounced by real people from different regions. Essential for improving pronunciation and accent.

France's leading newspaper. Reading French news is excellent for advanced learners. Start with articles on familiar topics, use context to learn new vocabulary, and improve reading comprehension.

Collection of active Discord servers for French learners. Find study partners, voice chat in French, get homework help, and join learning challenges. Great for making friends and practicing daily.

Learn French through context and cloze tests. Gamified approach to building vocabulary and grammar intuition. Uses real sentences from native content. Great complement to traditional learning methods.

Comprehensive grammar reference and learning resource. Covers everything from beginner to advanced grammar topics with clear explanations and examples. Includes listening exercises and cultural notes.

Popular YouTube channel and podcast focusing on natural French. Johan (different from InnerFrench!) teaches through stories and life lessons. Great for intermediate learners wanting to sound more natural.

YouTube channel featuring street interviews with real French people. Includes French and English subtitles. Perfect for learning natural, conversational French and hearing different accents.

Practice French verb conjugations with interactive exercises and games. Covers all tenses and moods. Great for drilling conjugations until they become automatic. Completely free to use.

Free learning resources from the French TV network. Offers exercises based on real videos, games, and tests for all levels (A1-C1). Excellent for improving comprehension with authentic French media.

Comprehensive audio and video lessons for all levels. Offers cultural insights, vocabulary lists, and lesson notes. While it has paid features, the free YouTube channel has hundreds of quality lessons.

Powerful spaced repetition flashcard app. Download pre-made French decks or create your own. The algorithm ensures you review cards at optimal intervals for long-term retention. Essential for vocabulary building.

Active Reddit community with 500k+ members learning French. Get answers to grammar questions, find study partners, share resources, and participate in weekly challenges. Very beginner-friendly and supportive.

Powerful translation tool that shows real-world usage examples from millions of authentic texts. Better than Google Translate for understanding context and natural expressions. Includes conjugation and synonyms.

Popular YouTube channel and podcast for intermediate French learners. Johan teaches through interesting topics about French culture, history, and everyday life. Perfect for improving comprehension at B1-B2 level.

Award-winning podcast series that teaches French through engaging lessons. Each episode is designed to be consumed during your coffee break. Great for building listening skills and learning practical vocabulary.

Comprehensive French-English dictionary with forums where native speakers help with translations and context. Includes verb conjugations, pronunciation guides, and real usage examples from the community.

The world's most popular language learning app. Learn French through bite-sized lessons with gamification. Perfect for beginners and offers a structured curriculum with speaking, listening, reading, and writing practice.