I have already used numerous materials from book stores but want to become fluent and having a hard time finding something of substance. i have a background from high school and took a little in college. but want to go futher. Please any suggestions?
2007-01-30 08:02:31 · 14 answers · asked by janegi 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Try Rosetta Stone. It really works!
www.rosettastone.com
2007-01-30 08:05:36 · answer #1 · answered by Marvelissa 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I can understand where your questioning is coming from: I speak around four languages however find it hard to keep up on the languages after college. One of the best sites I have found for most languages is the below link. Basically, the site below has a free download however you can purchase a more intense course later if you chose to do so. I have been using the program for a language though for a few months now, and I haven't had to purchase anything. It is wonderful! It has flashcards and voice responses to learn how to pronounce the words. It is wonderful!
My second suggestion would be not to waste your time on books from book stores. Although it is interesting to read them, I find that they do nothing to learn the language. There may be some good ones out there however I find that they are just trash. I would suggest the second link on my list. I know it seems strange however I go to my old college and look at the bookstore to see what the professors are teaching from - they are worth the money. Then, you can go to half.com or ebay.com and get the books for under ten dollars usually.
Third suggestion: practice makes perfect. There are a lot of people that speak French - once you start looking around for them. Plus, you can start writing to a pen pal on the internet. There are a lot of pen pal sites that are out there that are legit.
Good luck with your French lessons! Hopefully someday you can go there and visit or live to improve your fluency! Best Wishes!
2007-01-30 08:12:28 · answer #2 · answered by Tonya B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a program that's supposed to be great--it's called "Rosetta Stone," or something like that. Also, check the iTunes music store, there are some language podcasts that might be helpful. Also, try getting a cd or audio program so you can actually hear pronunciation.
2007-01-30 08:07:40 · answer #3 · answered by Rayen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My suggestion is that you do two things. Try Rosetta Stone and then find a good French tutor. After a little more French find out where people who speak French hang out. You can then find a friend that speaks French and wants help with their English.
I know this works because I learned Japanese and Spanish this way. Good luck.
2007-01-30 08:10:16 · answer #4 · answered by Catie I 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree going to france is the best way...a cheaper way is to get online and see if you can find french people in your area who might want to get together for coffee or something and try having a conversation...see if you can start a study group with others trying to learn it...like put a post on craigslist or flyers at local store seeking others who want to learn it as well...
2007-01-30 08:08:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a holiday, or better, an immersion situation, in a French environment. in NA look into such opportunities in Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or France, of course. You will learn more in two weeks in a French-only environment than from any courses....
2007-01-30 08:08:34 · answer #6 · answered by waynebudd 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rosetta Stone.
2007-01-30 08:07:35 · answer #7 · answered by Captain Rob 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do you mean without such pesky systems as conjugations? Grammar? Idioms? If you love love love France you had better learn to love love love French.
2016-03-29 10:13:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
look at the library or take a class from community college. They sponser classes at the local high school where I'm at.
2007-01-30 08:09:02 · answer #9 · answered by wish I were 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to France. Total immersion is the answer. If you're in the States, go to Quebec.
2007-01-30 08:06:10 · answer #10 · answered by Dave 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋