The French language is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is an official language in over 20 countries, including France. It shares a close linguistic kinship with other Romance languages such as Spanish and Italian. French is also an official language in three countries outside of Europe: Haiti, Canada, and Belgium.
French has many regional dialects that are often associated with specific geographic areas or they may be a variation of the local language that's spoken in France before the French Revolution. It is also has many colloquialisms that are based on popular phrases from films or songs from across all four corners of the globe, giving it a unique flavor for each region where it’s spoken.
If you are looking to learn the French language, this section will help you. It includes resources, phrases, lessons and more.
While the most common way of learning the French language is through classes at a school or college, it is not your only option. You can learn on your own with books and apps – some of which are free! Below are some great resources to help you get started in your language learning journey.
