French

1308 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 Aouam Farah.
5.0

895 Lessons

Aouam Farah
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Speaks :French
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Arabic
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C2 French level | Experienced University Teacher | Learn French with Confidence As a teacher, I am dedicated, structured, and genuinely passionate about helping others learn. My experience as a Physiology instructor at the Faculty of Medicine, where I was responsible for leading practical sessions and tutorials, has shaped my teaching approach to be both methodical and student-centered. I enjoy breaking down complex concepts into clear, accessible explanations and guiding learners step by step to ensure they truly understand the material. Teaching is something I sincerely enjoy, whether in an academic setting or through casual learning exchanges. I aim to create a comfortable, motivating environment where students feel confident to ask questions and explore ideas.

USD 8.00/Hour
Learn French with the teacher Flavien ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.
4.9

152 Lessons

Flavien ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐id verified
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Speaks :French
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Professeur natif certifié – 6 ans d’expérience – Spécialiste en conversation, examens (TCF/TEF) Je suis un professeur à l'écoute, bienveillant et adaptable. Mon rôle n'est pas seulement de transmettre des connaissances, mais de vous accompagner vers vos objectifs avec une méthode personnalisée. Spécialisé dans la préparation au TCF et au TEF, je vous propose des cours ciblés, des simulations d'examen et des stratégies efficaces pour aborder les épreuves en toute confiance. Mon engagement : vous offrir un cadre d'apprentissage stimulant et sans pression, où chaque progrès compte.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Marina G.
5.0

951 Lessons

Marina Gid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
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Spanish
·English
·Italian
·Portuguese
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Professeure certifiée avec 10 ans d'expérience / Certified native French teacher with experience Bonjour ! :) Je m'appelle Marina. Je viens d'un petit village de Bourgogne. J'ai des origines portugaises et j’adore les chats : j'en ai 3 ! J'ai vécu : - dans plusieurs régions de France : à Dijon, à Lyon, à Grenoble et à Cayenne (en Guyane) - au Mexique : à Puebla - en Espagne : à Las Palmas de Gran Canaria et à Saragosse où j'habite désormais. Je suis passionnée par les langues et possède plusieurs certifications dont le DELE C2. J'écoute des podcasts dans différentes langues au quotidien et prends des cours en ligne depuis 2020. Après avoir étudié une licence de langues à Dijon, dont une année d'Erasmus à Saragosse (où je suis revenue pour m'y installer à long terme), j'ai suivi un master enseignement (MEEF) à l'Université Lyon 2 que j'ai ensuite terminé à Grenoble (l'année de ma titularisation après l'obtention du CAPES). Depuis, j'ai enseigné, en plus de cours particuliers : - le français : à des collégiens et à des lycéens, en Espagne (à Saragosse et à Las Palmas) et au Mexique (à Puebla). Et à des adultes dans une célèbre banque aragonaise avec des cours de culture et de conservation. - l’espagnol : à des lycéens, en France (à Grenoble et en Guyane). Je m'adapte selon vos besoins. Nous pouvons utiliser un livre (je peux vous fournir “Édito” en PDF), faire des exercices de grammaire ou encore commenter des sujets divers et variés. Je peux aussi vous aider dans la préparation d'examens ayant moi-même passé le DALF C2 pour travailler en Espagne.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Tatiana Dongmo.
4.9

289 Lessons

Tatiana Dongmoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
+1

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Enseignante professionnelle avec 4 ans d'expérience dans l'enseignement. En tant que professeur de français, je me concentre sur la création d'un environnement d'apprentissage inclusif et stimulant. Mon objectif est de motiver mes élèves à maîtriser le français tout en découvrant la richesse culturelle qui l'accompagne. Je m'efforce d'utiliser des méthodes modernes pour rendre les cours interactifs et adaptés aux besoins individuels. Mon mais est de voir mes élèves progresser rapidement et avec confiance dans leur apprentissage du français. J'espère que ces critères correspondent mieux à vos attentes !

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Prisilla.
5.0

333 Lessons

Prisillaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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Tamil
Native
·English

Learn and speak French with confidence - For all levels With me, you will work on everything you need to learn French and become fluent: • Listening comprehension • Reading comprehension • Speaking and conversation • Structured writing • Pronunciation • Grammar, vocabulary, and conjugation I also provide plenty of useful vocabulary, both for everyday life and professional contexts, so that you can express yourself naturally and with confidence.

USD 16.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Sylvie.
4.9

2,630 Lessons

Sylvie
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
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Spanish
Native
·Italian
·English

Hello! My name is Sylvie and I'm from France. I am a French and Spanish native speaker. I graduated in Languages in Lyons University and I have taught French to teenagers and adults in Costa-Rica, Chile, France & Italy for the last ten years. I love teaching French as a foreign language. I hope to see you soon in my French class. Languages Spoken: English, French,Italian & Spanish *I update my availability on Thursdays* *In line with iTalki's policy, I only allow rescheduling when asked 24 hours prior to the lesson.* Thank you! I will wait for you for 10 min and consider the lesson complete.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Amelyse.
Amelyseid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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English
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Enseignante depuis 2023, spécialisée dans l'écriture créative en français et en anglais Bonjour, Bonjour, Le désir de rejoindre ITALKI me vient de l'expérience très positive d'une proche qui l'a rejoint il y a cela des années. Après des années accordées à l'écriture scénaristique pour différents médiums, je souhaite aujourd'hui faire profiter de cette expérience créative comme base pour l'apprentissage et le développement de la maîtrise du français. Cela mélange mes deux domaines d'expérience, la narration appliquée et l'enseignement. J'aime utiliser tout particulièrement les milieux artistiques du jeux vidéo et du cinéma, ou encore du manga et du webtoon pour les plus jeunes, ce qui rend la langue très accessible, souvent moins littéraire et donc plus proche de celle parlée. Je suis disponible tous les jours et à toute heure, par message ou en visio, afin d'offrir mes services. J'espère que nous apprendrons ensemble !

USD 8.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Gabrielle.
5.0

54 Lessons

Gabrielle
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Speaks :French
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English
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·Russian
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Polyglot teacher to help you with your English and French I'm Gabrielle, a French Canadian woman with a passion for languages and learning. I'd love to help you improve your English or French based on your needs. I conduct interactive speaking sessions that give the student positive feedback and useful tips on how to improve pronunciation. In addition to English and French, I'm fluent in Spanish and Russian. I've lived in six countries, including nine years in Russia.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Florencia A..
5.0

105 Lessons

Florencia A.id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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Spanish
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·English
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Apprendre le français à ton rythme avec une future prof certifiée Je m’efforce de préparer des cours personnalisés et dynamiques, centrés sur les intérêts et les besoins de chaque apprenant. Pour moi, l’apprentissage est un travail d’équipe : professeure et étudiant(e) avancent ensemble vers des objectifs communs, tes objectifs deviennent aussi les miens. Dans un cadre bienveillant et motivant, je t’accompagne pas à pas pour progresser avec confiance et plaisir.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Ahlem Hassani.
5.0

1,037 Lessons

Ahlem Hassaniid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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Arabic
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·English
·German
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Tuteur de français avec 5 ans d'expérience ! Bonjour ! C’est Ahlem, j’ai 31 ans et je suis ingénieur diplômée de l’Ecole Polytechnique. Le français est ma langue maternelle et je l’enseigne depuis bientôt 3 ans. C’est une langue que j’adore et que je perfectionne. En parallèle, j’aime découvrir les autres cultures du monde à travers la gastronomie, l’histoire et la géopolitique et j'aimerais partager ça avec toi ! Depuis mon jeune âge, j’ai appris le français de manière intuitive et naturelle, sans devoir pour autant connaître ou retenir toutes les règles, on appelle ça "la méthode inductive" ! Ça m’a permis d’apprendre rapidement et efficacement cette langue. C’est donc cette méthode là que je préconise et que par ailleurs j’utilise actuellement avec mes élèves. Que vous soyez débutant ou intermédiaire et quel que soit votre objectif, mes cours seront adaptés et englobent tous les niveaux, à partir du A1 jusqu'au C1. Quand j’enseigne la langue française ? 💡Comment ? ✔ Définir les conversations les plus probables ✔ Mémoriser des phrases utiles ✔ Réexaminer constamment le vocabulaire ✔ Demander du feedback à l’étudiant ✔ Utiliser des plateformes d’apprentissage ludiques et interactives 📖 Tout en assurant une progression dans la compréhension orale et écrite. Je serai attentive à : 🔎 Vos besoins spéciaux 🔎 Ce que vous aimez pendant le cours et ce que vous n’aimez pas 🔎 Ce qui marche pour vous et

USD 13.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Teacher Quentin王钢蛋老师.
5.0

2,981 Lessons

Teacher Quentin王钢蛋老师id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)
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Trilingual Language Expert | 5+ Years in Teaching & Translation English Version (Teacher Profile) : I’m here to share my passion for French and English and provide learners with proven strategies I’ve refined over five years of teaching online. With over 2,500 hours on Italki, I’ll help you build confidence, master communication skills, and stay motivated throughout your journey. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced learner, my personalized approach will guide you step by step. Translation Services FRENCH / ENGLISH / CHINESE 文书翻译修改及润色(中英法) 中文版本(教师简介): 我在这里想与你分享我对法语和英语的热情,并提供我在五年线上教学中积累的高效学习方法。在 Italki 上,我已授课超过 2500 小时,能帮助你提升信心、掌握沟通技巧,并在学习过程中保持动力。无论你是初学者还是进阶学习者,我的个性化课程都将为你带来稳步进步!

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Pierre-Louis.
5.0

4,530 Lessons

Pierre-Louisid verified
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Speaks :French
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Portuguese
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Certified teacher with over 5 years of experience (TEF - TCF - DELF - DALF) Hi guys, my name is Pierre-Louis, I am a native French speaker and also a civil engineer. I have been living abroad for 8 years. I have 5 years experiences teaching French to foreigners from beginners to advanced students. I adapt my teaching method to the goals of the student such as (DELF, DALF, TCF, Conversation, travelling…), If you would like to speak this language, i would love to help you to achieve this objective. ✅ Taught hundreds of students from all over the world 🌎 (ex: Spanish people, English people, Portuguese people, Asian people, African people etc..). My teaching method is very simple, firstly I will evaluate you and make a program to help you to reach you goals, I use different teaching materials like ( texts, audios,videos ) to make my classes dynamic and enjoyable. 📚 COURSES OFFERED: 🔶 General/Basic French-Intermediate-Advanced. 🔸Pronunciation and Accent correction to sound like native. 🔸Speaking, Writing and listening exercises daily. 🔸Useful idiomatics expressions & Vocabularies. 🔸Innumerous Conversation topics. 🔸Homeworks & Self-studying techniques. 🔸Grammar & Conjugation. 🔸Very relaxing and friendly classes. 🔴 FRENCH FOR BUSINESS ☑️ Customized Lesson just for you. 📕🖊 TEST PREPARATION DELF/DALF/TCF etc...+ Academic

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Yoann.
5.0

4,362 Lessons

Yoannid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
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English
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Professeur de français langue étrangère certifié avec plus de 10 ans d'enseignement. I have been teaching French for 10 years in classes (in France, in Georgia, in Peru and in Poland) and for 8 years online. I can adapt my way to teach according to your profile and your objectives. I had different adult profiles: people in love who met a French woman or French man, persons who want to study in a French speaker country, retired people or just people who love French language. I speak English very well. I also have a Spanish and Polish intermediate level. I also know a little bit of German, and Georgian. So I understand the difficulties than the different students can have with learning my mother tongue. I can also give class to teenagers. I respect your learning rhythm. We choose one topic together. We can study many documents on the same topic. The amount of time that we spend on the topic is variable, it’s up to you. During the class, you talk as much as you want. When we are done with one topic, we can study the same topic, in the upper level, or we can just change of topic, it’s up to you. Between 2 classes, I will always give you some homework to do (studying on oneself is also important). You will make the exercises on our common notebook, and I will correct it, you will be able to see everything. During the following class, normally you will be able to talk about the document studied during your free time.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Julie A..
5.0

1,179 Lessons

Julie A.id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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English
·German
·Italian
+2

Je peux adapter les leçons à vos connaissances et à vos besoins. Je peux tirer parti de mon expérience de comédienne pour améliorer vos compétences en matière de diction et de communication verbale et non verbale. Je peux vous conseiller sur la prise de parole en public et vous aider à préparer une présentation ou une réunion en français. I can tailor lessons to your knowledge and needs. I can draw from my acting and theater experience to improve your diction, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills. I can advise on public speaking and help you prepare for a presentation or meeting in French.

USD 18.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Francois| TEST PREP.
Francois| TEST PREP
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Speaks :French
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English
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🎯 Certified FLE Teacher | 8 Yrs · 1,400+ Students | TCF/TEF Canada · DELF/DALF (CLB7+) | PDF+Audio 🇫🇷 72H to speak French as a Beginner (A0 - A1) Are you learning French for immigration to Canada, an official exam, your career, or everyday conversations? I'm here to help you achieve your goals with confidence! I'm a certified French teacher specializing in FLE (French as a Foreign Language), with 8+ years of online teaching experience and 1,400+ students trained across 20+ countries. I teach in English and French, and my lessons are personalized to your level, needs, and objectives. 🎯 What Can I Help You With? 📝 TCF Canada & TEF Canada: Prepare for all four exam skills and work toward your target score, including CLB 7+. 📚 DELF A1–B2 & DALF C1: Develop your listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills with exam-focused practice. 🗣️ Everyday French: Speak more naturally, improve your pronunciation, and communicate confidently in real-life situations. 💼 Professional French: Prepare for job interviews, write professional emails, participate in meetings, and deliver business presentations. 📚 My Teaching Method Forget memorizing grammar rules without knowing how to use them! My FLE approach focuses on real-life communication, practical vocabulary, grammar in context, and personalized feedback. You'll start speaking from the first lessons and progress at your own pace. After every lesson, you'll receive a personalized 📄 PDF and an audio 🎧 file to practice pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation. To help you review and continue learning between lessons.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Maïrane.
5.0

424 Lessons

Maïraneid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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English

Le langage relie les gens. Apprendre une langue est une nouvelle ouverture en soi. Bonjour, je suis Maïrane, éducatrice spécialisée et passionnée par la psychologie. Forte de mon expérience auprès d’élèves neurodivergents et de parents d’enfants handicapés, j’offre un accompagnement authentique et personnalisé en français. Inspirée par la nature, les animaux et la créativité, j’aime sculpter, écrire et encourager chacun à s’exprimer pleinement. Maman d’une adolescente neuro atypique, je comprends les défis et propose un espace d’écoute bienveillant. Si vous cherchez à progresser en français tout en explorant vos passions et votre singularité, je serais ravie de vous accompagner.

USD 7.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Philippine.
5.0

1,302 Lessons

Philippineid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :French
Native
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Spanish
·English
·Dutch
·Armenian
+4

Alliance Française certified teacher & experienced language coach with great conversation topics! Besides teaching dozens of private students of all ages for 15 years, I have worked as French student assistant at my university and as a language teacher at several companies. Having learned (and currently learning) several languages, I get a personal sense of what the difficulties are as well as what can really help the learning process. If you feel shy or too impressed by the task at hand, no worries, I'll do my best to make you feel comfortable! ➔ Here is a blog with some of the texts and video's I like to work with: lapausefrancaise.tumblr.com/ ✅ Certified as a French teacher by the Alliance Française.

USD 18.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Eddy D.
5.0

3,075 Lessons

Eddy Did verified
Community TutorTest Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
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Haitian Creole
Native
·Other
·Sign Language(Other)
·English

Since 2013, I am a French teacher at the “French Institute". I have received special training to teach in a fun way while taking into account the psychological constitution of each learner. I am responsible of several classes of foreign students, some with children, some with students and others with adults, from level A1 to B2. I am a DELF / DALF corrector-examiner and authorized to give the TCF (Test de Connaissance en Français). I also give private French lessons online (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Skype). I recently graduated with DDIFOS (Diplôme Didactique du Français sur Objectif Specific) which allows me to teach French in business companies.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Sabrina- Farah.
5.0

70 Lessons

Sabrina- Farah
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Community Tutor
Speaks :French
Native
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Arabic (Maghrebi)
Native
·Arabic (Modern Standard)
+1

Apprendre le français avec patience, bienveillance et réussite Diplômée d’état moniteur-éducateur en France. J’ai aidé. Des jeunes à améliorer leur diction, leur expression orale et écrite. J’aime utilisé pour l’enseignement différente méthodologie , par exemple j’utilise les couleurs, les quizz, j’aime aussi bien écouter l ‘élève pour savoir comment il aime apprendre et utilisé son pon tentiez pour trouver la méthode qui vas l’aidera à progresser.

USD 14.00/Hour
Learn French with the teacher Pham Thuy Vy.
Pham Thuy Vy
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Community Tutor
Speaks :French
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English
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Born and raised in Switzerland, I am a native French speaker Bonjour, je m'appelle Thuy Vy Pham, je suis Suisse d'origine et la langue française est ma langue maternelle, mais je vis en ce moment en Angleterre et maîtrise l'anglais. J'ai une formation de médecin, mais suis en ce moment en pause et souhaite profiter de ce temps libre pour partager mes connaissances en français pour ceux qui en ont besoin. J’aime enseigner et je me réjouis de vous aider à apprendre le français ! C’est une langue qui peut parfois sembler difficile, mais mon objectif est de rendre son apprentissage plus simple, agréable et amusant grâce à des cours interactifs et adaptés à vos besoins. Hello! My name is Thuy Vy Pham. I’m from Switzerland and am a native French speaker. I currently live in England and speak English fluently. I have a medical degree, but I’m currently taking a break and would love to use this free time to share my knowledge of French with others. I love teaching and look forward to helping you learn French! It can be a difficult language to master, but my goal is to make learning it easier, more enjoyable, and more fun through interactive lessons tailored to your needs and goals.

USD 10.00/Hour

What our French students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,576,537 customer reviews

  • Grace

    Learning French

    Josie is amazing! I really wanted to improve my conversational skills, and I chose her because she seemed dynamic and fun in her video. I’m now more than 20 lessons in and I can definitely confirm that she is not only engaging and easy to talk to, but also incredibly diligent, energetic, smart, thoughtful and hilarious. I expected that we would simply chat in French for an hour each week, and we definitely do that, which has improved my speaking ability immensely. But Josie also goes out of her way to make her lessons as comprehensive and personalized as possible. I moved to France a year and a half ago, and she has been very thoughtful about structuring lessons that will help me to navigate daily life in France and give me exposure to important cultural references. She also tries to make my French less formal and textbook, and more colloquial and natural, which I appreciate immensely. In short, she’s pretty much the idea French teacher!

  • Katty Zambonino

    Katty Zambonino

    Learning French

    Je recommande Gilee à toute personne souhaitant se préparer au TEF. C'est une professeure exceptionnelle, très professionnelle, patiente et engagée dans la réussite de ses étudiants. Grâce à son excellente méthode d'enseignement et à ses explications claires, mon niveau de préparation au TEF s'est considérablement amélioré. Elle sait identifier les points à renforcer et propose des stratégies efficaces pour progresser rapidement. J'apprécie énormément son dévouement, son sérieux et la qualité de son travail. Son accompagnement a été d'une grande valeur pour moi et m'a permis de gagner en confiance dans mes compétences en français. Je la recommande sans aucune hésitation à 100 %. Merci beaucoup pour votre excellent travail et votre soutien constant !

  • Wing lam Cheung

    Learning French

    During the lessons, I discussed a lot of TCF speaking topics with Rim, for example, environmental issues and health topics. I learned how to organize my speech and how to speak more fluently in French. Also, Rim encouraged me to think of different angles for each topic. She definitely helped me a lot in preparing for the exam.

  • 杨雪微 Xuewei Yang

    Learning French

    I really enjoyed this lesson. Molka was patient and clear, explaining grammar points in simple, practical ways instead of just going over textbook rules. She encouraged me to speak up and gently corrected my mistakes, which helped build my confidence. The class pace suited me perfectly, and the materials were well-prepared. I felt I made visible progress in this session. I highly recommend this teacher. Looking forward to our next lesson!

  • Silindile Shozi

    Learning French

    Brian is perfect for anyone who wants to practise actually speaking French, rather than having someone speak mostly English and never really learning the language. He is patient and understanding, and even when I feel like giving up, he explains things again in slower French. That has been perfect for me as someone who has tried to learn French before but felt like I wasn’t progressing. His lessons push you to speak French, which has been really helpful for my development. If you want to actually learn to speak and have real conversations in French—not just memorise vocabulary that may not feel practical—I would definitely recommend him.

  • Mallory Voye

    Mallory Voye

    Learning French

    I look forward to lessons with Virginie each week. We have fun and real conversations, and I can’t believe I’m able to converse so well and am able to express myself in another language. Virginie has been pivotal to my improvement as she takes notes during our conversations, so that I know where I need to improve. I feel relaxed and encouraged in my lessons with Virginie. Virginie is a fabulous teacher that I highly recommend!

  • Ruslan Galyanurov

    Ruslan Galyanurov

    Learning French

    Gaëlle is an absolutely wonderful teacher! My 8-year-old daughter Margaret has only recently started learning French, and she already looks forward to every lesson. Gaëlle has a fantastic way of connecting with children. She is energetic, creative, patient, and makes learning feel like fun rather than schoolwork. They sing, laugh, play, and learn together, and Margaret genuinely enjoys every minute. As a parent, I couldn’t be happier. Finding a teacher who can inspire a child to love a new language is something special. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Gaëlle, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a wonderful French teacher!

  • Daewoong Jun

    Learning French

    Benjamin helped me so much in improving my French abilities. I remember I could barely speak in French but after 8 months, I was able to achieve B2 in TCF on first try. His advice on the exams really helped. Highly recommend!!

  • Giovana Coelho

    Learning French

    Antoine helped me prepare for the TCF every lesson. Although I was on a time crunch I was able to practice for multiple topics with him. He’s very patient and informative. I would recommend him to everyone who wishes to improve their french or practice for an exam!!

  • Enrique

    Learning French

    An excellent lesson with Manon. Her teaching methods help me build vocabulary in French and she helps make my French sound more natural with exercises and discussions. I feel my French getting better with each lesson. Amazing teacher ! I will keep getting lessons with her. She’s great ! Merci beaucoup Manon !

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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:

  • 🗣️ 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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