A1
Grammar
Learn how verbs are conjugated in the present tense, focusing on regular -er, -ir, and -re verbs.
Master the use of French pronouns, including subject pronouns such as "je," "tu," "il," and "nous."
Discover the structure of simple sentences, ensuring subject and verb agreement.
Understand how "avoir" and "être" function as auxiliary verbs in compound tenses.
Use definite and indefinite articles ("le," "la," "les," "un," "une," "des") correctly in context.
Employ possessive adjectives ("mon," "ma," "mes," "ton," "ta," "tes") to indicate ownership.
Master the pronunciation of the French alphabet and emphasize unique sounds such as "ç" and "é."
Learn the infinitive forms of verbs and when to use them.
Use the imperative to give commands and instructions, primarily in the "tu" and "vous" forms.
Distinguish between regular and irregular verb conjugations in the present tense.
Apply gender rules to nouns, ensuring proper agreement with adjectives.
Use "sous," "sur," "devant," and other prepositions to describe locations.
Form negative sentences with "ne" and "pas."
Use conjunctions like "et," "mais," "ou," to link simple sentences.
Vocabulary
Learn to count from 1 to 100 in French and perform simple arithmetic.
Use common colors in everyday conversation and ensure agreement with nouns.
Familiarize yourself with the days of the week ("lundi," "mardi," etc.) and how to plan your schedule.
Discuss family members and relationships with vocabulary like "père," "mère," "frère," etc.
Navigate a French menu and order food by knowing vocabulary like "pain," "viande," "fromage," etc.
Recognize and name common animals in French such as "chat," "chien," "oiseau," etc.
Learn how to tell time and express dates in French.
Describe the weather with phrases like "Il fait froid" or "Il pleut."
Build a strong foundation with essential vocabulary for everyday situations, including greetings and common objects.
Master common French greetings and phrases for introductions, such as "comment ça va" and "enchanté(e)."
Discuss clothing items like "robe," "chemise," "manteau," etc.
Key Words
Use "être" to describe states of being in the present tense.
Use "avoir" to form compound past tenses.
Use "faire" when discussing actions like hobbies, chores, or weather.
Using "pouvoir," express ability or possibility in the present tense.
Use "aller" to form the near future tense and indicate movement.
Use "venir" to describe coming to a place or forming the recent past.
Use "voir" in contexts related to seeing or perceiving visually.
Use "dire" when quoting someone or stating facts.
Use "vouloir" to express desires or willingness.
Use "savoir" to express knowledge of facts or information.
Use "donner" in contexts involving giving or presenting something.
A2
Grammar
Learn to form the past tense with "avoir" or "être" and past participles.
Use "aller" + infinitive to talk about immediate future plans.
Employ direct and indirect object pronouns for clarity and emphasis.
Use prepositions like "dans," "en," and "pendant" to express time.
Learn additional negative structures like "ne... jamais" for "never."
Use the conditional to express polite requests or hypothetical situations.
Use conjunctions such as "parce que" to connect related ideas.
Use "qui" and "que" in relative clauses for more complex sentences.
Learn which verbs require the infinitive form, such as "vouloir," "pouvoir," "devoir."
Learn comparative structures for adjectives, using "plus... que," "moins... que."
Use reflexive verbs like "se lever" to describe daily routines.
Vocabulary
Describe different jobs and professions in French, such as "médecin," "professeur," "ingénieur," etc.
Use terms like "médecin," "hôpital," and "médicament" to discuss health and medicine.
Discuss modes of transportation, including "train," "voiture," "bus," etc.
Use travel-related vocabulary to plan trips and vacations.
Use phrases like "combien ça coûte" when shopping.
Use adjectives to describe objects and people with agreement rules in mind.
Learn essential phrases for everyday situations.
Key Words
Use "mettre" to describe actions like putting or placing objects.
Use "prendre" for discussing taking or consuming things.
Use "devoir" to discuss obligations or necessary actions.
Use "trouver" to describe the act of finding or locating something.
Use "partir" in contexts related to leaving or departing a place.
Use "rester" to describe staying or remaining in a place.
Use "sortir" for mentioning going out or exiting a place.
Use "passer" to describe passing time or movement.
Use "rendre" to talk about giving something back or rendering a service.
Use "chercher" in contexts involving searching for or looking for something.
B1
Grammar
Use the imperfect tense for continuous actions or descriptive past scenarios.
Use the past perfect to talk about actions that occurred before another past event.
Form the future tense with regular and irregular verbs to discuss distant future plans.
Recognize when to use the subjunctive for expressions of doubt, emotion, or uncertainty.
Use modal verbs like "devoir" to express necessity and "pouvoir" for possibility.
Understand how to construct conditional sentences with "si" clauses.
Learn advanced uses of pronouns, both direct and indirect.
Master verb conjugation in different tenses, focusing on irregular forms.
Form sentences using conditional structures for hypothetical or future courses of action.
Learn how to report another's speech using "dire" and "que."
Craft longer sentences with multiple clauses using conjunctions.
Use indirect object pronouns like "lui" and "leur" to clarify indirect recipients.
Vocabulary
Describe emotions like "heureux," "triste," "furieux," etc.
Describe household items with terms like "canapé," "chaise," "table," etc.
Use phrasal verbs (verb+preposition) in different contexts for added complexity.
Learn synonyms and antonyms to expand your vocabulary range.
Use food-related vocabulary for cooking and dining contexts.
Identify and use correct terms for different vehicles.
Key Words
Use "appeler" in contexts related to calling or naming.
Use "connaître" to talk about familiarity with people or places.
Use "continuer" to describe ongoing actions or events.
Use "croire" in contexts involving belief or opinion.
Use "comprendre" in situations about understanding or comprehension.
Use "tenir" for holding or maintaining something physically or metaphorically.
Use "revenir" to describe the action of returning to a previous location.
Use "vivre" to discuss living in various contexts, from location to experience.
B2
Grammar
Form and use the past conditional to express hypothetical outcomes in the past.
Understand when to use "avoir" versus "être" in the passé composé for certain verbs.
Learn how and when to form sentences in the passive voice.
Use complex subjunctive structures for advanced vocabulary and clause construction.
Formulate hypothetical situations with "si" clauses.
Use advanced relative clauses to add more detail.
Utilize compound tenses for past, present, and future situations.
Learn to recognize and form the passive voice in both written and spoken French.
Distinguish when to use active vs passive to shift focus in a sentence.
Use conjunctions for creating complex sentences with nuanced meaning.
Vocabulary
Use technological vocabulary for everyday and workplace contexts.
Know business-specific vocabulary such as "entretien," "investissement," "emploi," etc.
Use sophisticated adjectives and adverbs for nuanced communication.
Navigate topics such as "économie," "élections," and "gouvernement."
Key Words
Use "réussir" to express success or achievement.
Use "recevoir" to discuss receiving items or information.
Use "munir" when giving or equipping someone with something, often with "de."
Use "couvrir" for actions involving covering or hiding something.
Use "conduire" in contexts involving driving or leading.
Use "commander" for ordering services or goods.
Use "construire" for actions involving building or constructing something.
Use "tordre" to describe twisting or bending something, often with an object or a limb.
C1
Grammar
Use the subjunctive for complex clause structures.
Implement inversion correctly, especially in formal or literary contexts.
Combine tenses to narrate events and express complex ideas.
Use concessive clauses with conjunctions like "bien que" and "quoique."
Create sentences with multiple layers of subordination and complexity.
Employ tenses like imparfait and passé composé for storytelling and narrative flow.
Use conjunctions for clear and coherent expression of complex ideas.
Vocabulary
Master idiomatic expressions for a more colloquial or nuanced style.
Use economic vocabulary for discussions on finance, trade, and global issues.
Modify language use depending on the social setting or formality required.
Use common proverbs and their translations for cultural and contextual understanding.
Use expressions like "avoir faim" or "avoir peur" for adjectives linked to "avoir."
Key Words
Use "abandonner" in contexts involving giving up or leaving behind.
Use "visiter" to discuss visiting places or attractions.
Use "envoyer" to talk about sending messages, letters, or parcels.
Use "empêcher" in situations involving preventing or stopping someone or something.
Use "garder" to mean keeping, holding on to, or retaining.
Use "pleurer" in contexts for crying or weeping, often used with states of emotion.