French Language Coaching

A new A2 French program is coming soon 🇫🇷💬

If you already know a little French, but still feel blocked when you have to speak "dans la vraie vie" (in real life), this program may be for you.

I’m preparing a new A2 French program designed to help learners move from basic knowledge to more confident everyday communication.

At A2 level, the goal is not to speak perfectly.

The goal is to feel more comfortable in simple real-life situations, such as:

✨ Introducing yourself and talking about your daily life — "la vie quotidienne" (daily life)
✨ Making "un rendez-vous" (an appointment)
✨ Asking questions in "un magasin" (a shop)
✨ Speaking with "les voisins" (neighbours)
✨ Understanding simple conversations
✨ Talking about your plans, needs, and experiences
✨ Feeling less stressed when someone speaks to you in French

This program will focus on useful French, speaking practice, vocabulary for daily life, and the confidence you need to communicate more naturally "petit à petit" (step by step).

It is especially designed for English-speaking learners who are living in France, planning to move here, or wanting to feel more independent in everyday French situations.

If your goal is to stop feeling stuck at beginner level and start using French more comfortably, you can find all the details here:

👉 https://speakfrenchwithlucile.my.canva.site/flc-summer-program-landing-page

Feel free to send me a message or book a short call if you have any questions.

FLC SUMMER PROGRAM LANDING PAGE

French for going to the market 🇫🇷🛒

Going to "le marché" (the market) in France can be a lovely part of daily life.

You can buy fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese, bread, flowers, or local products — but it can also feel intimidating if you are not sure what to say in French.

The good news is: you do not need complicated sentences. A few useful phrases can already help you feel more comfortable.

Here are some phrases you can use at "le marché" (the market):

🛒 "Bonjour, je voudrais..."
(Hello, I would like...)

🍓 "Je voudrais des fraises, s’il vous plaît."
(I would like some strawberries, please.)

⚖️ "Je voudrais un kilo de pommes."
(I would like one kilo of apples.)

🥕 "Je voudrais trois carottes."
(I would like three carrots.)

🧀 "Vous me conseillez quoi ?"
(What do you recommend?)

💶 "Ça fait combien ?"
(How much is it?)

🛍️ "Vous avez un sac, s’il vous plaît ?"
(Do you have a bag, please?)

🙏 "Merci beaucoup, bonne journée !"
(Thank you very much, have a good day!)

A short example:

— "Bonjour, je voudrais un kilo de tomates, s’il vous plaît."
(Hello, I would like one kilo of tomatoes, please.)

— "Bien sûr. Et avec ceci ?"
(Of course. Anything else?)

— "Ce sera tout, merci. Ça fait combien ?"
(That’s all, thank you. How much is it?)

Going to the market is a great way to practise useful French in a real situation — "dans la vraie vie" (in real life).

You can start small, repeat the same phrases, and build confidence "petit à petit" (step by step).

Do you enjoy going to "le marché" (the market) in France, or does it still feel stressful in French? 👇

Do you know some French, but still freeze when you have to speak?

This is very common at A2 level.
You can introduce yourself.
You can understand some French.
You may know useful vocabulary and grammar.
But when someone asks you an unexpected question, speaks quickly, or waits for your answer… your brain goes blank.

This July, I’m opening a small French Summer Confidence Program for A2 learners who want to feel more confident speaking French in real-life situations.

This is a 4-week hybrid program designed for expats, professionals, and learners who already know some French, but still hesitate, overthink, or avoid speaking.

The goal is not perfect French.

The goal is to help you practise, speak more naturally, and feel more comfortable using French in everyday life.

The program includes:

✨ 4 live group sessions — 6 hours of live online practice
Guided conversations, role plays, pronunciation support, and useful corrections.
Every Wednesday from 18:30 to 20:00 France time
(12:30 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time)
Dates: July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22

✨ 4 recorded video lessons
To learn useful phrases, vocabulary, and structures before the live sessions.

✨ Weekly practical exercises
To help you prepare, practise, and progress between sessions.

✨ Weekly speaking practice
To help you speak more spontaneously and build confidence step by step.

✨ Email access between sessions
You can send me questions, exercises, or short written practice by email during the program.

✨ A small group of 6 people maximum
So everyone has time to speak, practise, and receive feedback.

During the program, we’ll work on:
☀️ speaking more naturally in everyday conversations
☀️ reacting with more confidence when someone asks you a question
☀️ useful French for cafés, markets, shops, and daily errands
☀️ asking for information, help, or clarification politely
☀️ talking about past experiences, future plans, and daily life
☀️ expressing opinions, preferences, invitations, and recommendations

This program is for you if:
You are around A2 level.
You can introduce yourself and have simple conversations.
You understand some French, but speaking still feels stressful.
You want to use French more confidently this summer.

A premium option with 4 private 1:1 sessions is also available if you want more personalized support.

Early bird price: €250 until Wednesday, June 24
Regular price after that: €290

Places are limited to 6 participants maximum to keep the group supportive and personal.

Send me “JULY” if you’d like the details or want to sign up.

How to ask for opening hours in French 🇫🇷🕒

When you live in France, knowing how to ask about opening hours can be very useful — especially before going to "la pharmacie" (the pharmacy), "la boulangerie" (the bakery), "la mairie" (the town hall), or "un magasin" (a shop).

Opening hours can sometimes change during "les vacances" (the holidays), public holidays, lunch breaks, or summer months.

Here are a few useful phrases:

🕒 "Vous êtes ouvert aujourd’hui ?"
(Are you open today?)

🕒 "À quelle heure vous ouvrez ?"
(What time do you open?)

🕒 "À quelle heure vous fermez ?"
(What time do you close?)

🕒 "Vous fermez entre midi et deux ?"
(Do you close between 12 and 2?)

🕒 "Vous êtes ouvert le samedi ?"
(Are you open on Saturdays?)

🕒 "Vous êtes ouvert pendant les vacances ?"
(Are you open during the holidays?)

🕒 "Quels sont vos horaires ?"
(What are your opening hours?)

A short example:

— "Bonjour, excusez-moi, vous êtes ouvert cet après-midi ?"
(Hello, excuse me, are you open this afternoon?)

— "Oui, nous sommes ouverts jusqu’à 18h."
(Yes, we are open until 6 PM.)

— "Très bien, merci beaucoup. Bonne journée !"
(Very good, thank you very much. Have a good day!)

These small questions can help you avoid stress, save time, and feel more independent "dans la vie quotidienne" (in daily life).

Which place do you find most stressful to contact in French: "la pharmacie" (the pharmacy), "la mairie" (the town hall), "le médecin" (the doctor), or "un magasin" (a shop)? 👇

Summer is coming: useful French phrases 🇫🇷☀️

Summer is almost here — "l’été arrive" (summer is coming) — and daily life in France starts to feel a little different.

People talk about the weather, look for shade, enjoy cafés "en terrasse" (outside on the terrace), spend more time at "le marché" (the market), and start asking about holidays — "les vacances" (holidays).

Here are a few useful French phrases about summer weather and habits:

☀️ "Il fait chaud."
(It’s hot.)

🌡️ "Il fait très chaud aujourd’hui."
(It’s very hot today.)

🌿 "Il fait beau."
(The weather is nice.)

🌳 "Je cherche un endroit à l’ombre."
(I’m looking for a place in the shade.)

💧 "Je voudrais un verre d’eau, s’il vous plaît."
(I would like a glass of water, please.)

☕ "On peut s’asseoir en terrasse ?"
(Can we sit outside on the terrace?)

🛒 "Je vais au marché ce matin."
(I’m going to the market this morning.)

🏖️ "Vous partez en vacances cet été ?"
(Are you going on holiday this summer?)

In France, summer often brings small changes in daily habits: slower afternoons, outdoor conversations, meals outside, busy markets in the morning, and many conversations about "la chaleur" (the heat), "le soleil" (the sun), and "les vacances" (holidays).

These little phrases can help you take part in simple conversations and feel more comfortable in everyday life — "dans la vie quotidienne" (in daily life).

You do not need perfect French to enjoy summer in France.
A few useful sentences, repeated often, can make a real difference — "petit à petit" (step by step).

Which summer phrase would be the most useful for you? 👇

A mistake many English speakers make in French 🇫🇷💬

A very common mistake in French is translating directly from English.

For example, in English, you say:
✨ “I am hot.”
So it feels logical to say in French:
❌ "Je suis chaud."
But this does not mean what you want to say in everyday French.
The correct sentence is:
✅ "J’ai chaud."
(I am hot / I feel hot.)
In French, we often use "avoir" (to have) where English uses “to be”.

Here are a few useful examples:
✅ "J’ai froid."
(I am cold.)
✅ "J’ai faim."
(I am hungry.)
✅ "J’ai soif."
(I am thirsty.)
✅ "J’ai peur."
(I am scared.)
✅ "J’ai besoin d’aide."
(I need help.)

These small differences are completely normal when you learn a new language.

The goal is not to avoid every mistake.

The goal is to notice patterns, practise useful phrases, and build confidence "petit à petit" (step by step).

Have you ever translated something directly from English into French and realised it sounded strange? 👇

3 French phrases you need when you arrive in France 🇫🇷💬

When you first arrive in France, you may not feel ready to have long conversations in French - and that is completely normal.

But a few simple phrases can already help you feel more comfortable in everyday situations - "dans la vie quotidienne" (in daily life).

Here are 3 useful phrases to remember:
✨ "Bonjour, excusez-moi."
(Hello, excuse me.)
This is one of the most important phrases in France. Before asking a question in "un magasin" (a shop), "une boulangerie" (a bakery), "une pharmacie" (a pharmacy), or in the street, starting with "bonjour" is very important.
✨ "Je ne comprends pas très bien."
(I don’t understand very well.)
This phrase is helpful when someone speaks too quickly or gives you too much information at once. It is simple, honest, and useful in many situations.
✨ "Est-ce que vous pouvez répéter, s’il vous plaît ?"
(Can you repeat, please?)
This gives you more time and shows that you are trying to communicate. You can use it during "un rendez-vous" (an appointment), a conversation with "un voisin" (a neighbour), or a daily interaction.

You do not need perfect French to start connecting with people.

A few polite and practical phrases can already make your first weeks in France feel easier — "petit à petit" (step by step).

Which French phrase helped you the most when you arrived in France? 👇

Walk & Talk — in Nantes or on the phone 🇫🇷🌿💬

Learning French does not always have to happen at a desk.

Sometimes, speaking feels easier when you are walking, moving, and having a natural conversation — "une conversation naturelle" (a natural conversation).

That is why I offer Walk & Talk sessions, either in person around Nantes or on the phone.

In Nantes, we can practise French while walking through "un parc" (a park), near "la rivière" (the river), in "un quartier" (a neighbourhood), or around cultural places in the city.

On the phone, we can also create a relaxed conversation session, wherever you are. This can be a good way to practise listening, speaking, and reacting naturally in French.

During a Walk & Talk session, we can work on:

✨ Everyday conversation — "la conversation du quotidien" (everyday conversation)
✨ Useful vocabulary — "le vocabulaire utile" (useful vocabulary)
✨ Pronunciation — "la prononciation" (pronunciation)
✨ Confidence when speaking — "la confiance à l’oral" (speaking confidence)
✨ Cultural habits and social codes — "les codes sociaux" (social codes)

The goal is simple: to help you speak French in a relaxed, practical, and human way.

No pressure to be perfect.
Just real practice, real conversation, and progress "petit à petit" (step by step).

Would you prefer to practise French while walking in Nantes, or during a phone conversation? 👇

What happens during a French coaching session? 🇫🇷💬

If you are learning French to live more comfortably in France, you may wonder what actually happens during a French Language Coaching session.

The answer is simple: we focus on YOUR real life.

A session can include conversation practice, useful vocabulary, pronunciation, role plays, cultural explanations, and personalised feedback.

For example, we might practise:

✨ Introducing yourself to "un voisin" (a neighbour)
✨ Making "un rendez-vous" (an appointment)
✨ Asking for help in "un magasin" (a shop)
✨ Ordering something in "une boulangerie" (a bakery)
✨ Understanding polite phrases with "vous" (formal “you”)
✨ Preparing for an administrative situation — "les démarches administratives" (administrative procedures)

The goal is not to follow a fixed textbook from beginning to end.

The goal is to help you feel more confident in the situations that matter most to you.

During the session, you can ask questions, practise at your own pace, make mistakes safely, and receive clear explanations adapted to your level.

You learn useful French — "le français utile" (useful French) — and you build confidence "petit à petit" (step by step).

French Language Coaching is practical, supportive, and personalised, so you can speak more naturally and feel more independent in your daily life in France.

What situation would you like to practise in a coaching session? 👇

Confidence tip for speaking French 🇫🇷💬

Many French learners wait until they feel “ready” before they start speaking.

But the truth is: confidence does not come before speaking.
Confidence comes from speaking — "petit à petit" (step by step).

You do not need to create perfect sentences to communicate.

Sometimes, a simple phrase is enough:

✨ "Je voudrais..."
(I would like...)

✨ "Je cherche..."
(I am looking for...)

✨ "Je ne comprends pas très bien."
(I don’t understand very well.)

✨ "Vous pouvez répéter, s’il vous plaît ?"
(Can you repeat, please?)

✨ "Je suis en train d’apprendre le français."
(I am learning French.)

These sentences are short, useful, and easy to reuse in many everyday situations.

A good confidence tip is to prepare 3 or 4 “safe phrases” before going into a real-life situation, such as "la boulangerie" (the bakery), "la pharmacie" (the pharmacy), "le marché" (the market), or "un rendez-vous" (an appointment).

You may still make mistakes — and that is completely normal.

The goal is not to sound perfect.
The goal is to communicate, connect, and slowly feel more comfortable in French.

Every small conversation is progress. 🌿

What is one French phrase you would like to feel confident using this week? 👇