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1199 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 Maryline 韻雯.
5.0

1,493 Lessons

Maryline 韻雯

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

Based in Taipei TAIWAN 🇹🇼 J'enseigne le français depuis 2014 et je suis professeur certifiée depuis 2017. Le français est ma langue maternelle. Je parle également le mandarin, l'anglais et l'allemand. I'm a certified teacher and have been teaching French since 2014. I have experience teaching students of ALL AGES in Germany, the UK, Taiwan 🇹🇼 & online and would be happy to help you with your French Reading / Writing / Listening and Speaking skills. I love my job and am looking forward to working with you! 我2014年開始教法文 我目前是高中和家教老師(所以也有很多教小朋友和成人的經驗)

USD 18.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Kim.
5.0

3,803 Lessons

Kim

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
+1

Certified French and English teacher with over 10 years of experience ! I am a passionate, resourceful, patiente and caring teacher whose goal is to introduce a language and culture, as well as to provide the necessary tools for comprehension and expression in an academic, personal, and/or professional context.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Carlos DELE.
5.0

1,704 Lessons

Carlos DELE

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Spanish
Native
English
+2

Certified DELE, TEFL & Enseigner le français langue étrangère with over 6 years of experience What is make me different from other Spanish teachers? / What can you uniquely offer me? 1- Languages: French (I got DELF B2) English (I got TOEFL and TEFL Certification). 2 - A detailed oriented person, I have developed my own effective curriculum. 3 - Building confidence to always express yourself better 4 - Progressing in every session 5 - Reach your goals I've been teaching Spanish since 2015, when I lived on Huanchaco to many foreigners who visited this place. I like my lessons to be fun, because I do a little space to informal conversation so I can know more about my student.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Marie-Angélique.
4.8

1,367 Lessons

Marie-Angélique

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
+3

Je suis une débutante dans le milieu du 'teaching' comme on le dit en anglais. Je suis de nature très patiente donc je le serai bien sûr avec vous. Comme on le dit, Rome ne s'est pas construit en un jour ! Je suis désolée mais je n'enseigne pas aux enfants parce que j'ai beaucoup de mal à le faire.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 09:15 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Clara Inoue.
5.0

1,188 Lessons

Clara Inoue

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Japanese

French tutor & japanese learner, I will help you to speak like a native ! I’m a teacher who: ◊ Loves engaging in conversations about a wide variety of topics ◊ Always tailors lessons to ensure the subjects and resources suit each student (and I love to laugh 😂) I’m someone who enjoys cooking, traveling around the world, and exploring different cultures and traditions, with a special love for Japan. I’m also a big animal lover and have one cat. My students describe me as: ◊ Very patient and friendly ◊ Dedicated and helpful ◊ Empathetic and encouraging ◊ Informative and resourceful Thank you all for your trust!

USD 16.00/Hour
Learn French with the teacher Figue U..
5.0

447 Lessons

Figue U.

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
Turkish
English
Spanish
Italian
+2

Professeur universitaire , certifiée en passation du DELF - DALF, ET FIDE avec 25 ans d’experience Professeur de FLE Français Langue étrangère depuis 25 ans avec différents publics. Je suis habilitée au DELF-DALF depuis 2008 et je continue mes réhabilitations. J’ai un Master 2 sur la didactique des langues et l’apprentissage du français avec le numérique et mon mémoire était sur l’enseignement du français avec des outils en ligne et la motivation. J’aime enseigner le français mais aussi apprendre de nouvelles langues. Je peux aussi vous préparer au FIDE pour la Suisse française.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Stefano Uderzo.
5.0

1,600 Lessons

Stefano Uderzo

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

I fell in love with foreign languages when I began to attend my high school. And from then on, I have never stopped practicing them. One of the things I love the most is teaching them to others. I share what I know with my pupils and mates in order to keep my English, French and German alive as much as I can and to do my best to transmit them my passion. I strongly believe that learning a foreign language must be a pleasure. ​

USD 10.00/trial
Available 20:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Atra.
5.0

3,598 Lessons

Atra

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Arabic (Maghrebi)
Native
Arabic
Native
Berber (Tamazight)
Native
English
Japanese
+1

Your future favorite teacher! Look no further; I am your future favorite language teacher. Sorry for the video, I did my best, it is just weird to talk to the camera alone like a crazy person. I am well organized and consistent; if you don't know where to start, after a consultation, we can decide on your pace and learning style. Everything is customized and guarantees your immediate progress. I provide great lessons with constructive feedback, progress sheets, and eventual assessment. I do my best to make your lesson an enjoyable learning moment while getting things done. There will be no lesson finished without something new learned.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Amanda El-Bachá.
5.0

307 Lessons

Amanda El-Bachá

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Portuguese
Native
English
Spanish
Catalan

Graduada em Engenharia Química, Bacharel em Ciências Moleculares e Licenciada em Matemática, me apaixonei pela educação durante um projeto voluntário em 2015 e comecei a atuar profissionalmente como educadora em 2021, e me dedico ao ensino de idiomas desde o início de 2024. Não vejo a hora de embarcar nessa jornada de aprendizagem com você! I've graduated in Chemical Engineering, Molecular Sciences and Mathematics, and I fell in love with education in 2015 during a volunteering project, having started acting professionally as an educator in 2021. I've been teaching languages since the beginning of 2024 and I can't wait to get on this learning journey with you!

USD 5.50/trial
Learn French with the teacher Justine.
5.0

749 Lessons

Justine

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Spanish

Certified teacher, more than 12 years experience! Specialised in conversation classes! I have been teaching one-on-one French classes for over 10 years, both online and in person. I’ve also worked for language schools and academies. I specialise in conversation-based lessons because I truly believe that the best way to progress in a language is by speaking regularly with a native speaker, in a relaxed and supportive environment. As someone who learned Spanish through immersion, I understand how challenging and intimidating it can feel to speak a new language. That’s why I aim to create a space where you can make mistakes without fear, and build confidence step by step.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 09:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Jordan Kengne.

Jordan Kengne

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
+1

French Tutor | TEF/TCF Exam Prep (B1–C1) | Speaking & Writing Coaching As a teacher, I am patient, structured, and goal-orientated. I create personalised learning plans based on each student’s needs, whether for exams, professional communication, or daily conversation. I focus on clarity, cultural context, and real-life usage to ensure long-term progress. My approach is interactive, encouraging active participation and consistent practice. I strive to build both competence and confidence in every learner.

USD 10.00/Hour
Available 21:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Cedric.
5.0

5,885 Lessons

Cedric

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Portuguese
Spanish
German
Italian

Learning to Speak, Speaking to Learn Most students I meet on italki look for an online teacher because they want to be able to actually speak French, and not just “learn things about the French language”. My view is that when teaching a language, speaking should always have the highest priority. I know that eventually my students want to learn French to engage in meaningful conversations and enjoy doing it. And I know that for that, they need a pronunciation that people will praise them for, they need to say things the right way (which means using the right grammar and syntax), overall they need to feel confident about their French, and they need a lot of speaking practice.

USD 19.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Zina Benchouikh.
5.0

13 Lessons

Zina Benchouikh

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Native
Arabic (Maghrebi)
Native
Arabic (Modern Standard)
Native
Spanish
German
Italian
+3

Certificed teacher with over 5 years of experience I have taught English online for over 5 years and I'm currently teaching it at a high school level in a private school in Algiers, Algeria. As for French, it's been 2 years now since I've started teaching it online along with Arabic. I've taught learners coming from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds as well as different levels and age categories. I adapt really well and I make sure understand their needs in order to offer them personalized lessons which will help them progress one step at a time.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 15:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Marion Q.
5.0

1,458 Lessons

Marion Q

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
Esperanto
Occitan
English
Italian
Spanish
Slovenian
+2

For 16 years, I teach occitan and esperanto, volunteer or as employee in a language training center. I runned for 6 years online training, I regularly teach courses of all kinds. I do not have a university education, I learned as we say "on the job" but I'm very interested in pedagogy, I like to read, to explore and train myself on the subject, I like to experiment with new techniques and I always try to improve myself.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Pantxika.
5.0

1,377 Lessons

Pantxika

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
Spanish
+1

Ensemble parlons Français!!!!Let’s talk French Together!!!!! Learning a new language is not always easy, so this is why I prefer to teach in a non-formal way.Discussion about topics that you are interested it would be my focus. If there’s something you don’t understand we will take the time together to make sure you will get it.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Christelle Astier.
5.0

786 Lessons

Christelle Astier

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :French
Native
English
German
Spanish
Catalan
+1

Professional French teacher Since then, I’ve been teaching French in various language schools, for big companies and at university. This experience allowed me to be in contact with different types of students, from children to adults, from beginner to proficiency, for leisure or business purposes or to prepare for the official French certifications (I’m also a DELF-DALF examiner-marker). Therefore, I’m used to adapt to the needs and learning objectives of my students. This means that I can choose the right teaching material so that we can practice and progress according to your own goals and interests.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Isabel Ojea.
5.0

2,319 Lessons

Isabel Ojea

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

OFFICIAL DELF/DALF EXAMINER, OFFICIAL DELE EXAMINER I first had the opportunity to teach in the Philippines. After that, I worked as a teacher and a DELF/DALF and DELE examiner in several institutions and perfected my skills through accredited courses for French and Spanish teachers. I strongly believe there’s always room for growth and improvement; therefore, I constantly seek to become better at what I do. To me, a great teacher never stops being a student. My goal is to connect with my students on a deeper level and show them how wonderful and enlightening it is to be able to speak multiple languages. In me, you’ll find not only a teacher but also a considerate friend, determined to help you succeed in anything that you set your mind to.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Marina G.
5.0

909 Lessons

Marina G

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

Professeure certifiée avec 6 ans d'expérience / Certified native French teacher with experience Après avoir étudié une licence de langues à l'Université de Bourgogne, à Dijon, dont une année d'échange Erasmus en Espagne, à Saragosse, j'ai suivi un master enseignement (MEEF) à l'Université Lumière Lyon 2 que j'ai ensuite terminé à l'Université de Grenoble (année de titularisation après l'obtention du CAPES). 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 de Gran Canaria) et au Mexique (à Puebla) * l’espagnol : à des lycéens, en France (à Grenoble et en Guyane française). Je peux vous aider dans la préparation d'examens. J'ai moi-même, étant native, passé le DALF C2 pour travailler en Espagne.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 16:00 Tomorrow
Learn French with the teacher Javier Gonzales.
5.0

1,901 Lessons

Javier Gonzales

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :French
Spanish
Native
English
+1

Licenciado en lenguas extranjeras con orientacion en la ensenanza del idioma frances, ex. de 9 años. Soy un profesor de idiomas apasionado por acompañar a mis alumnos hasta que logran cumplir sus metas. Me considero una persona paciente, cercana y comprometida con generar un ambiente de confianza en el aula, lo que permite un aprendizaje más fluido y motivador. Trabajo todas las competencias necesarias para dominar un idioma: comprensión oral, escrita, expresión verbal y escrita, siempre adaptándome al ritmo y a los intereses de cada alumno. Para enriquecer el vocabulario y mejorar la comprensión, utilizo materiales auténticos como canciones, noticias, artículos o cualquier contenido que el alumno disfrute. Además, incorporo ejercicios de fonética y diálogos prácticos.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn French with the teacher Jade 乃玉.
5.0

2,129 Lessons

Jade 乃玉

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :French
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Spanish
+3

Certified examiner for DELF ✅ Certified and Experienced 1. Teacher at the ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE of Taipei. 2. Certified examiner for DELF/DALF exams, ready to help you prepare for certifications. 3. Over 8 years of teaching French, specialized in teaching beginner and intermediate levels.

USD 30.00/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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