french links for the curious mind
L’Obs
This site is the online version of a Parisian weekly newspaper with articles on politics, world news, business and culture. In
ViaMichelin
The Michelin Green Guides have been a trusted travel companion since Michelin published its first guide in 1900 to promote travel
WordReference
WordReference is an online translation dictionary launched in 1999. WordReference provides a one-stop destination for language learners. Learners find the sample
PONS Online Dictionary
PONS is a well regarded online dictionary and translator. Well presented comprehensive single word and short-phrase translations with audio. Grammar tips
Visit Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and it’s most populous urban centre. Brussels is also the de facto capital of the
Coffee Break French
Enjoyable podcasts, about 10 minutes each, presented by Mark (teacher) and Anna (learner) covering essential grammar and useful phrases from beginner
Les Indés Radios
Formerly known as Africa nº 1, Franco-African radio was created in Gabon in 1981. Since 2019, it has been known as
Bonjour de France
Learn french online with Bonjour de France. This website offers content and tests for students preparing for CECRL levels A1 to
Radio-Canada
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) was created in 1936 by the Government of Canada. It is the public broadcaster of radio
Tex’s French Grammar
Tex’s French Grammer was created for students of the french language at the University of Texas. This website offers a wide
Lingolia
Lingolia offers students online self-study grammar and vocabulary exercises. Clear grammar explanations are followed by examples and practice exercises. There is
duolingo french podcast
Duolingo french podcasts are perfect for beginner and intermediate learners. Podcasts are between 20-25 minutes in length in easy to understand
Le Monde
Le Monde was one of the first of the world’s great newspapers to embrace the internet. It’s readers have historically been
France Info
France Info is a collaborative public service news service initiated by France Télévisions, Radio France and France Médias Monde created in
scribens
Correcting grammar and spelling errors in written french is easy with Scribens. One submits text on the website and errors are
Lang-8
Writing in a second language can be difficult. Writing in french is an important method for better understanding french grammar. Lang-8
Académie Française
40 Immortals who reign over the grammar and spelling rules of the French language.
Collins English-French Dictionary
The Collins online English-French dictionary is an excellent resource for beginner students. Basic translations with example sentences are presented in a
Vanatu Tourism
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean one finds an 82 island archipelago. These remote rugged islands formed by volcanic activity
Louvre
Considered by many to be the world’s greatest art museum, the Louvre captivates art lovers the world over. This former 12th
Cannes Film Festival
The French are among the most avid cinephiles in the world. France has a flourishing movie industry that produces almost 300
Français avec Pierre
Many French students first discover French with Pierre on Youtube. Cool videos explain the most common pitfalls of the French language
herodote.net
Herodote.net has named itself after the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. This name fits like a glove for a website focused on
LibriVox
Audiobooks are an excellent method for language learners to improve listening comprehension and acquire new vocabulary. Simply search for french language