Parlez Français
A Beginner Program for Travel and Personal Enrichment
Master essential French for unforgettable travel experiences and lifelong learning
About The Course
Discover the joy of speaking French while exploring the world! This beginner-friendly course is specifically designed for adults who want to learn practical French for travel, enhance their cognitive health through language learning, and open doors to richer cultural experiences. No prior French experience required – just enthusiasm to learn!
Course Modules
Module 1: French Foundations & Travel Survival
Start your French journey with essential survival phrases! Master greetings, basic introductions, polite expressions, and the magical words that will get you through any situation. Learn to ask for help and navigate your first conversations.
Module 2: Dining & Culinary Adventures
Dive into the delicious world of French cuisine! From cozy bistros to bustling markets, learn to order like a local, discover new flavors, and navigate French food culture. Master menus, dietary needs, and the art of French dining etiquette.
Module 3: Navigating Transportation
Get moving with confidence! Whether you're hopping on the metro, catching a taxi, or renting a bike, learn the French you need to get anywhere. Master directions, transportation vocabulary, and how to handle travel hiccups.
Module 4: Shopping & Transactions
Shop 'til you drop... in French! From charming boutiques to weekend markets, learn to browse, bargain, and buy with confidence. Handle money, sizes, colors, and customer service.​​
Module 5: Accommodation & Hospitality
Make yourself at home anywhere! Master hotel check-ins, Airbnb communications, and hospitality interactions. Learn to express your needs, solve problems, and enjoy French hospitality to the fullest.
Module 6: Social Connections & Small Talk
Break the ice and make friends! Learn the art of French small talk, weather conversations, weekend plans, and those casual chats that turn strangers into friends. Perfect your social French skills.
Module 7: Health & Emergencies
Stay safe and healthy on your adventures! Learn essential phrases for pharmacies, doctor visits, and emergency situations. Handle health concerns, describe symptoms, and get the help you need when it matters most.
Module 8: Culture Deep Dive: Customs & Nuances
Discover different Francophone cultures! Understand social norms, gesture meanings, conversation etiquette, and cultural nuances that will make you feel like an insider.
Module 9: Storytelling & Adventures
Share your stories in French! Learn to talk about your travels, experiences, and adventures.
Module 10: Future Plans & Aspirations
Dream in French! Express your future plans, travel aspirations, and goals. Learn to talk about upcoming trips, career plans, and dreams.
Module 11: Opinions & Debates
Express yourself with confidence! Learn to share opinions, agree and disagree politely, and engage in friendly debates about movies, food, travel, and culture. Develop your French personality!
​​​​​​​​​Module 12: Real-World Challenges & Review
Put it all together! Practice real-world scenarios, challenging conversations, and spontaneous situations. Review key concepts and celebrate your French journey.
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