How to learn French: a realistic 6-step method
How to learn French effectively as an English speaker: a 6-step method, daily study time, which resources to use and the mistakes that waste months.
Learn French
Methods, realistic timeframes and tools to learn French effectively, with or without a teacher.
How long does it take to learn French? Hours per level
How many hours you need to reach each French level (A1 to C2), how long it takes at your weekly pace, and why English speakers can progress faster.
The best apps to learn French (and what they can't do)
Duolingo, Babbel, Busuu, Anki, Memrise or Rosetta Stone: what each app to learn French is good for, its limits and how to combine them to make real progress.
French pronunciation: a guide for English speakers
How to improve your French pronunciation: u vs ou, nasal vowels, the French r, silent letters, liaison and stress, with exercises for English speakers.