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1213 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 Ritchie Soiro.
4.8

327 Lessons

Ritchie Soiro

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Haitian Creole
Native

Professeur de français avec plus de 3ans d'experience J'enseigne le Français ainsi que la production écrite, au niveau du 3eme cycle fondamentale de 2018 à nos jours. J'apprend à mes élèves les méthodes de la production écrite et je les accompagne dans les conversations.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 16:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Jérôme LE BERRIGOT.
5.0

82 Lessons

Jérôme LE BERRIGOT

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Spanish
+2

🌟 Looking for a Fun and Effective way to Improve your French? 🎓 I'm a passionate certified French teacher with nearly 10 years of experience, primarily working with adult learners. My background in Applied Foreign Languages and a specialized teaching certification (PGCE + QTS) ensures that I bring structured yet dynamic lessons tailored to your needs. 💡 Beyond teaching, I create educational videos, write short stories, and explore the world of French culture—bringing fresh, immersive content to my lessons.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Saloni.
4.9

2,033 Lessons

Saloni

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
English
Native
Hindi
Native
+1

Certified IELTS & DELF teacher 👩‍🏫8+ years of experience✍️Specialized in Speaking & test prep📝 As a teacher I am friendly, kind, patient and understanding with my students. I understand my student's needs & goals and customizes the lessons for them accordingly. I am good at making fun lesson plans for my students.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Yasmine Nabet.
4.9

3,085 Lessons

Yasmine Nabet

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Arabic
Native
Arabic (Maghrebi)
English
Russian
Spanish
+1

Teaches only women and children and teenagers ☺️ (Please I teach only women and children) I’m calm, patient, caring, encouraging, and engaging. I’m flexible; I can adapt our lessons to what you want to do. My students are from different levels and ages, I have already taught both 4 and 70 years old students from more than 190 countries (Italki statistics) I taught many children in our neighborhood, who were having difficulty with French language and Arabic grammar, and I had a good experience of teaching English in Russia in private schools. I had a successful experience in teaching online many emigrant children to follow school classes in the French speaking countries, like France or Switzerland or Canada.

USD 6.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Mindy Poulin.
4.9

2,779 Lessons

Mindy Poulin

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
English
Native
Nepali
Haitian Creole
Spanish
+2

Professional English, French and Nepali teacher for over 10 years! I am a motivational certified ESL teacher. I have been a Professional Teacher since September 2011. I have taught children and adults.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher ✨ Audrey ✨.
5.0

838 Lessons

✨ Audrey ✨

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
+2

French Exam Excellence with a Cambridge-Certified Expert As an experienced French teacher and creator of structured, student-focused learning tools, I’m here to help you feel confident, prepared, and proud of your progress. I grew up in a small village in the French countryside, but my passion for languages has taken me around Europe — from teaching in France and Germany to settling in Cambridge, where I now live with my family. My mission? To guide each student to excel in French — not only for exams, but for life. Learning this beautiful language doesn’t have to be stressful or boring — I’ll show you how it can be motivating, clear, and deeply rewarding. Over 500 students have joined me so far — you could be next.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Maria.
5.0

2,863 Lessons

Maria

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Spanish
Native
English
Italian

I am a qualified and experienced Spanish and French teacher living in London. I hold a B.A.(Hons) in Politics, Philosophy and History from the University of London and a Certificate in English Language Teaching from Cambridge University.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Orlando Marin.
5.0

1,565 Lessons

Orlando Marin

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Spanish
Native
English
Japanese
+1

I am a professional language teacher. I have been teaching French and Spanish for more than 9 years. I teach in language schools, in companies. I gave private lessons and I also teach through Skype. I have studied law and politics but I've always been passionate about traveling and languages. I long wanted to become a writer and I have a strong interest in arts. I teach mostly adults from beginner level to advanced

USD 15.00/trial
Available 13:30 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Benjamin Carpie.
5.0

3,798 Lessons

Benjamin Carpie

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Spanish
German
Italian
Polish
Portuguese
+2

I have more than 5 year of experience as a private teacher, I taught French, Spanish, and English, my students were beginners or had an intermediate level. I like teaching beginners because I can see better their improvements, helping a student to speak fluently makes me enormously proud as a teacher. I am very patient and I always carefully listen to my students.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Antoine.
5.0

1,943 Lessons

Antoine

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
+2

Let's talk as if we were having coffee in Paris 🙂 Cela fait maintenant plus de deux ans que j'enseigne sur Italki. J'ai moi-même appris l'anglais de manière autodidacte et je suis persuadé que la meilleure façon d'apprendre une langue et de la pratiquer de manière spontanée, dans un contexte non formel. //English//🇬🇧 It's been more then two years that I'm teaching on Italki :-). Having myself learned English on my own, I'm totally convince the best way to learn a language is to practice in a spontaneous way, in an informal context.

USD 18.00/trial
Available 16:30 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Violili.
5.0

859 Lessons

Violili

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Spanish
Native
English
+3

I talk and allow my student to talk and repeat but also I encourage them to create and interact. .I'm very persistent and patient.I like to learn from my students and I reward them while they do a great job. I do consider that any toy,song,video or phrase is meant to be used in a lesson, it's impossible to run out of subjects but we do have to plan in order focus in what really matters which to practice and master the contents. Knowing is power but applying that knowledge is even more powerful.I will help you to do it, Let's try !!!

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Zamo  Robert.
5.0

1,307 Lessons

Zamo Robert

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
+1

Certified IELTS tutor with 5 years of experience. I have been teaching French both online and in schools for the past two years now. I do teach French to people who are interested in learning for various reasons like travelling or having a conversation to enhance their language skills.

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

401 Lessons

Maria

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Romanian
Native
Italian
English
Spanish
+2

Certified French-Romanian teacher (French Institute) with over 12 years of teaching experience I think that the human connection has an essential role, your needs are very important for me. I want you to feel at ease and know that mistakes are part of the learning process and help you progress. My motivation, listening skills, creativity are the watchwords of my professional behavior. My goal is to foster a positive and very interactive learning environment for my students. I also use interdisciplinarity in my lessons as I am passionate about the visual arts. Learning is largely based on the visual method, the interpretation of the image and the balance between the oral practice of the language and the written one.

USD 38.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Sara.
5.0

178 Lessons

Sara

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

Professeure de FLE diplômée et passionnée. Apprends le français selon tes besoins et ton rythme ! En tant qu’enseignante, je suis patiente, attentive et enthousiaste. J’aime créer un environnement chaleureux et bienveillant où chaque élève se sent à l’aise pour parler et poser des questions. Je pense que la motivation et la confiance sont essentielles pour progresser et je m’efforce d’encourager mes élèves à apprendre avec plaisir. Mon approche est basée sur l’écoute et l’adaptation aux besoins et au rythme de chacun, tout en valorisant les échanges culturels et les expériences personnelles.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Kristina Ivanovic.
5.0

4,221 Lessons

Kristina Ivanovic

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Serbian
Native
English
Italian
+1

A Certified French teacher with more than 5 years of teaching experience Together, we’ll explore fun activities and exercises that will help you brush up on your speaking skills. I’ll help you train your ears to listen carefully and understand what French people are saying. We’ll exchange opinions, ideas, and past experiences in French, and before you know it, you’ll be speaking French confidently on the street.

USD 6.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Asma.

Asma

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Arabic (Maghrebi)
Native
Arabic (Modern Standard)
English
+3

Professeur de Français avec 6+ ans d'expérience Je suis une enseignante sympathique et dévouée, passionnée par l’apprentissage des langues et heureuse d’aider mes élèves à progresser. J’aime créer un environnement chaleureux et bienveillant où ils se sentent confiants et motivés. J’adore également voyager et découvrir de nouvelles cultures, ce qui inspire mon enseignement et me permet de me connecter avec des personnes du monde entier. Rencontrer de nouvelles personnes est l’un de mes aspects préférés de ce métier, et j’aime apprendre à connaître le parcours, les objectifs et les centres d’intérêt de mes élèves. Si vous cherchez une tutrice positive, patiente et enthousiaste, je serais ravie de vous accompagner dans votre apprentissage

USD 5.00/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Sabrina.
5.0

1,069 Lessons

Sabrina

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Italian
Native
Afrikaans
English

My 35 years of teaching are at your disposal! I have been teaching languages since the age of 19 and have a lot of experience dealing with different types of people. I do have a lot of material prepared and I make it available to my students via email, Skype and WhatsApp. I am very organized, but the three decades of teaching experience allows me to 'go with the flow' if needs be.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:30 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Gabriel Bourdeau.
5.0

1,327 Lessons

Gabriel Bourdeau

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Spanish
Native
+1

Tutor con paciencia para mejorar tu conversación / Tuteur patient pour améliorer ta conversation Soy ingeniero civil y he trabajado en laboratorio de materiales y en control de calidad de geosintéticos. Me apasiona el trabajo manual, especialmente la carpintería. Llevo más de 5 años en italki y disfruto conocer personas, sus pasiones y proyectos, aprendiendo juntos en cada conversación. Je suis ingénieur civil et j’ai travaillé dans un laboratoire de matériaux ainsi que dans le contrôle qualité de géosynthétiques. Je suis passionné par le travail manuel, en particulier la menuiserie. J’ai plus de 5 ans d’expérience sur italki et j’aime rencontrer des personnes, découvrir leurs passions et leurs projets, et apprendre ensemble à travers chaque conversation.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Fred.
5.0

27 Lessons

Fred

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Greek
Italian
+1

Dynamic and cool tutor to improve your french ! Even though I am not a language teacher, I have experience delivering IT training in my professional environment, within the IT field.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 17:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Chiara.
5.0

84 Lessons

Chiara

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Italian
Native
English
Spanish
Japanese
+1

Interprete e traduttrice con esperienza di insegnamento della lingua italiana L2 per stranieri Sono una persona paziente e molto curiosa, da sempre entusiasta di imparare a conoscere culture diverse dalla mia. Non appena ne ho l'occasione cerco di dialogare con le persone non italiane che incontro, parlando nella loro lingua madre e chiedendo loro di raccontarmi qualcosa del loro paese. Credo sia il modo migliore per stringere amicizie e superare barriere linguistiche, migliorando il proprio livello di lingua. Dunque, sarò molto felice di ascoltarti parlare in italiano e di spiegarti la traduzione delle espressioni che non comprenderai. Ti parlerò in modo informale ed amichevole per aiutarti a diventare più fluente in italiano, risolvendo anche i tuoi dubbi grammaticali.

USD 6.00/trial
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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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