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    What is the quickest way to learn French?
    Lorenzo Garriga
    French Translator & Native Speaker
    Lorenzo is a native French speaker and French language connoisseur. He has many years of experience as a translator, writer and reviewer. He is also a composer, pianist, and globe-trotter, who has been travelling the world on a shoestring for almost 30 years with a backpack.
    French Translator & Native Speaker
    Expert Answer
    The best way to learn French quickly is to surround yourself with people who speak the language. Having people around you speaking French all the time helps you catch up faster than if you sit alone in your room with a book. It’s best to go somewhere they speak French to learn the language.
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    How do I learn proper pronunciation?
    Community Answer
    Listen to the way French people speak French (in person, on a TV show, in movies, in online videos) and practice imitating them.
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    What is the difference between un and une?
    Community Answer
    "Un" is masculine singular, and used for "male" words. "Une" is feminine singular, and used for "female" words.
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    Listening to french is a nightmare! My reading and writing is okay, but I can't understand a thing when it is spoken. What do I do?
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    When in doubt, check out how babies learn things, they do it best. I'm afraid you'll have to dive right into the nightmare if you want to train your ear. If you can't hear people talking directly or you prefer to take steps, it can be done with movies/series/games in French, with french subs. Reading while listening helps a lot. After this, try some french YouTube videos.
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    How can I understand which is feminine and which is masculine?
    Community Answer
    Feminine words end with "e". Masculine words usually end with consonants.
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    How can I speak French quickly when I don't know the language?
    Community Answer
    You can't - you'll have to learn the language first. After you do, you'll probably speak slowly for a long time until you get more comfortable with the language, intonation, pronunciation, etc. Then you can begin speaking quickly.
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    How can I remember all the rules for adjectives?
    Community Answer
    You can't just simply learn all the rules at once. Try writing down a rule and practice it until you are comfortable enough with it, then start with the others.
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    I've been on language learning websites and they always do not distinguish the difference between verbs. They don't distinguish between mangeons, manges, mange. How can I tell which to use?
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    Look at the context around the verbs. Usually, it is who is doing the action that determines the conjugation. Is it I? You? They? We? Each one requires a different conjugation.
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    How come some words in French have an "e" at the end and some words don't?
    Community Answer
    In French, most masculine words end with a consonant, while feminine words end with the letter "e".
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    Do masculine words end with an "E" as well?
    Jessica Phan
    Community Answer
    Sometimes they do, but not commonly. For example, the word "homme" means man, and the word brother means "frere." Those end with an "E" and they are masculine.
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    Is there a way to remember tenses easily?
    Community Answer
    List each tense on a sticky note and put them somewhere you will see them often, such as your bedroom mirror or near where you eat meals. Each time you pass the area, read the notes. Soon you will have them memorized.
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    I need help using the verbs with the nouns. It's really confusing to me. What can I do?
    Community Answer
    Just sit down for a couple hours a day and study it until you are more comfortable with it.
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    How do I know the difference between feminine and masculine?
    Community Answer
    Most feminine words in French end with an "e," while masculine words normally end with a consonant.
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    What is the best website or app to learn French?
    Community Answer
    If you want something free, I suggest using the Duolingo app or website. I personally suggest the website. Babel is very useful, but requires a subscription.
  • Question
    How can I say my name in French?
    Community Answer
    Start by saying 'je mapelle' (pronounced 'jeh ma pell'), then say your name normally.
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    But some masculine words end in "e." Is there some sort of rule?
    Community Answer
    Unfortunately, there are many exceptions and you just have to memorize them. The rules are a helpful guide, but they are not absolute.
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    Can I learn French if I have nobody to talk to in French?
    HuskyMega
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can. Speaking to people in French is a faster way to learn, but again, it's just faster. It doesn't mean you can't learn. YouTube videos and some websites like Duolingo and such will help you learn the basics, as well as the tips in this article.
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    How do I say, "I hurt you" in French?
    Jessica Phan
    Community Answer
    Je tais blesse. Normally you shouldn't say this to a person, but if you really need to, then this is how.
  • Question
    Which techniques teach French in the quickest way?
    Community Answer
    Try Duolingo. It has quizzes and story tests you can learn. It is very helpful, if not, try doing worksheets about topics that you learned or listening to audio books in French for help.
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    If I live in a community where they don't speak French, what must I do since I need to communicate with others to learn quickly?
    Community Answer
    As they say listening to the language is the best way to learn it. There are lots of listening videos online in French depending on your level. Also find someone online who you can speak to regularly.
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    How can I learn to read French?
    CageyCat
    Top Answerer
    The website DuoLingo lets users learn various languages, including French. The very basic teaching is free, but you can pay for a subscription if you want. On the site, you learn to see, read and write, and hear and write simple sentences. You set your own daily goals.
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    What's the best app or channel where I can learn French for free?
    Community Answer
    For apps, there are a few options: Duolingo, Mondly and Memrise. For YouTube channels: FrenchPod101, Learn French with Alexa and Easy French.
  • Question
    How can I learn French in 2 hours?
    IshitaKP
    Community Answer
    You can't, but you can learn a few essential phrases such as greetings, introductions, and common expressions. There are various language-learning apps that offer quick lessons and interactive exercises. Apps like Duolingo, Babbel, or Rosetta Stone can be helpful in learning the basics in a short amount of time.
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