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for learning French.

Curated by Petit Béret and the community: podcasts, YouTube channels, books, apps, and series — sorted by upvotes, filtered by category and CEFR level.

Précision du Vocabulaire

WebsitesB1–C1
1

4 online modules aimed at enriching your vocabulary.

InnerFrench

PodcastsB1–C2
1

InnerFrench is a podcast for intermediate French learners. Listen to engaging stories and learn about French culture and society.

Orthographe progressive du francais - Niveau avancé

BooksB2–C1
1

This spelling book comprises 46 chapters organized into lessons and exercises for CEFR levels B2 and C1.

Project Gutenberg eBooks library

WebsitesB2–C2
1

Project Gutenberg is an online library offering over 75,000 free eBooks, all of which are free from intellectual property rights.

Grammaire progressive du français - Niveau intermédiaire

BooksA2–B1
0

52 chapters covering CEFR A2 and B1 level points.

Arte.tv

WebsitesC1–C2
0

Real French TV offers documentaries, films, and series for C1+ immersion.

Le Petit Prince — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

BooksA2–B1
0

Short poetic sentences, culturally essential. The first real French book most learners read.

Dix Pour Cent (Call My Agent)

Series & FilmsB1–B2
0

Fast-paced Parisian dialogue and strong characterization make this show highly rewatchable for B1-B2 learners.

Alliance Française

CoursesA1–C2
0

Alliance Française offers French courses and cultural activities worldwide. It promotes French language and Francophone cultures.

TV5Monde — DELF/DALF Prep

PodcastsA1–B2
0

Free official-style DELF practice at every level. The best free exam prep available.

Français avec Nelly

YouTubeA1–C1
0

Focuses on nuanced vocabulary and expressions for all levels.

Coffee Break French (Season 1–2)

PodcastsA1–C1
0

Structured, beginner-friendly lessons with clear explanations. Season 1 starts from zero.

Learn French with Alexa

YouTubeA1–C2
0

Clear, structured lessons with a large library covering all basics. Great for A1 starters.

France Inter - Le Grand Bien Vous Fasse

PodcastsC1–C2
0

Unfiltered French radio with diverse topics and fast native-speaker dialogue.

RFI Savoirs — Français Facile

WebsitesA1–C2
0

Audio lessons with transcripts, structured by level. One of the best free listening resources available.

Reverso Context

Apps & ToolsA1–C2
0

This tool helps you see words in real translated sentences, invaluable for understanding collocations.

Français avec Pierre

YouTubeA1–C1
0

Grammar explained simply and consistently. One of the most reliable channels for French learners.

RFI — Journal en Français Facile

YouTubeA1–B2
0

Daily news in simplified French with transcripts. Builds vocabulary fast.

Cours d'Adultes de Paris

CoursesA1–C1
0

French courses from the City of Paris, from A1 to C1 level.

Duolingo

Apps & ToolsA1–B2
0

Good gamified app for beginners to build basic vocabulary and everyday phrases.

La Story - Les Echos

PodcastsB1–B2
0

Every day, Les Echos journalists, economists, and political and economic figures decipher the news simply and clearly.

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