12 common mistakes in French
French is known to be a language full of subtleties and nuances. Failure to provide a strong base for these nuances, however, can mean a nightmare for any learner. If making mistakes are a crucial part of the learning process, identifying and correcting them is just as essential. Such mistakes include using incorrect words in a specific situation, syntax errors, barbarisms, anglicisms among others. Ability to spot these mistakes is the key to rectifying them. Our teachers have, for your ease, selected 12 of the most frequently detected errors that you should be paying extra attention to avoid during your [...]
The Mindset For Successful French Learning
Do you know the story of Pygmalion? According to legend, Pygmalion, a talented sculptor, one day decided to sculpt a statue of a woman of extraordinary beauty. His project was so successful that, once the statue was completed, the artist fell in love with his work. He couldn't help but kiss her with the intimate wish that his creation would morph into a real woman. Immediately kissed, the statue arose into life, and was embodied in the body of a real woman. His wish had come true. In the social sciences, this story gave its name to the Pygmalion Effect. [...]
10 Tips To Start Your French Learning Journey
If you want to learn French but don't know where to start, this article is for you. Learning French could be both exciting and challenging. Vocabulary, grammar, conjugations, etc. There is a lot to learn! It is very common to feel overwhelmed and not know where to start. That’s why we would like to present 10 tips that you can set up today to help you get started in the best possible way. #1 Define Your Objectives Before diving headfirst into new adventures, it may be a good idea to think about the goals you want to achieve. Do you [...]
Introducing The French Learning Institute Blog
Welcome to our new blog! We look forward to sharing News, Events, Workshops, Class Updates, Tips to Learn French, Recipes, Travel, Music, and more. Please check back to keep up with the latest from The French Learning Institute.