Learn French: Lesson 1
In addition to general language learning tips, I will try to provide introductory lessons to certain languages; as French is my strongest language other than English, I will start there.
In this lesson I will cover two areas: numbers and basic vocabulary. After this lesson you will be able to count and name some items around the house! Let’s learn french!
Basic Numbers
Below are numbers one through ten in French.
Follow along with this audio file: Learn French – Lesson 1 – Numbers.
(Note: I am not a native French speaker but I am doing my best; if you are a native French speaker and would like to help me out, I would love to hear from you!)
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- un
- deux
- trois
- quatre
- cinq
- six
- sept
- huit
- neuf
- dix
Here are some tips to remembering these numbers:
- Count everything you see. Make sure you count everything you can! Steps to the bus stop, number of traffic lights, everything! Every time you count, try to think un, deux, trois, instead of one, two, three.
- Flash cards. I cannot stress this enough; flash cards are a fun and easy way to brush up on things before you forget. A quick once-over every night will keep them strong in your mind for daily use. Use it or lose it!
Basic Vocabulary: Pets
Many people have pets and will be able to use these words every single day!
Follow along with this audio file: Learn French – Lesson 1 – Animals
le chat
le chien
l'oiseau
le poisson
le serpent
As with numbers, vocabulary must be practiced or it is easily forgotten! Try making some flash cards, or attempt to use the words as much as you can each day in order to solidify this knowledge. Five animals may not seem like much, but it is a step in the right direction!
Learn French: Other Lessons
Credits:
- tanakawho: cat picture.
- Greg Westfall: dog picture.
- mikebaird: bird picture.
- Taras Kalapun: fish picture.
- cygnus921: snake picture.
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