Learn which French verbs use être in the passé composé, including the Dr. & Mrs. Vandertramp verbs and past participle agreement rules. Lesson by French teacher David Issokson.
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The French Word of the Day is génial, meaning “great,” “awesome,” or “fantastic.” Learn how to use this common French adjective and interjection to express enthusiasm and approval naturally in everyday conversation, with real-life example sentences and native audio.
This comprehensive French grammar curriculum was developed by David Issokson, a graduate of McGill University and professional French teacher since 2014. Grounded in a structured, pedagogical approach, these lessons are designed to transition students from foundational basics to advanced C1-level fluency through clear, expert-led instruction. This comprehensive French grammar guide organizes all essential language principles …
The French Word of the Day is crème brûlée. Learn how to pronounce and use this classic French dessert name naturally in everyday French with real-life example sentences and native audio.
Some French words look just like English — but mean something completely different. These false cognates (faux amis) are a major source of mistakes for learners, and mastering them helps you avoid confusion and speak more accurately.
