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Leçons par niveau
The French lessons and comprehension exercises on this site are ranked according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which describes six levels of language proficiency.
Click any link for French lessons and exercises appropriate to that level, or get some info about the official proficiency tests and tips on how to prepare for them.
A1 – Beginning French
Everyday language: greetings, personal details
Grammar | Listening | Pronunciation | Reading | Vocabulary | Writing |
Lawless French for Beginners:
» Self-study checklist
A2 – Low-Intermediate French
Survival language: family, shopping, routines
Grammar | Listening | Pronunciation | Reading | Vocabulary | Writing |
B1 – Intermediate French
Practical language: work, school, travel
Grammar | Listening | Pronunciation | Reading | Vocabulary | Writing |
B2 – Upper-Intermediate French
Conversational language: in-depth discussion, opinions, spontaneity
Grammar | Listening | Pronunciation | Reading | Vocabulary | Writing |
C1 – Advanced French
Proficient language: complexity, sub-text, near-fluency
Grammar | Listening | Pronunciation | Reading | Vocabulary | Writing |
C2 – Near-Native French
At this point, there are no lessons – you just need to talk and read and listen to native speakers to perfect your French.
About the C2 exam
If you’re not sure where to start, try this French proficiency test.
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