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Karine taught Arkadiusz 6 days ago
Karine tutored Aleksander in French, focusing on future tenses and reading comprehension for his GCSE exam. They are working through practice exercises, and Karine is adjusting the difficulty level to better suit Aleksander's abilities, planning to introduce higher-level exercises and listening comprehension practice.
Future Tense (proche vs. simple)
Reflecting Verbs
Adjective Placement
Carative vs. Ly
Neighbors (le voisinage)
Laurence taught James 7 days ago
L V is tutoring James Risk in French, focusing on practical vocabulary and listening comprehension for everyday situations like shopping, cafe visits, and neighborhood interactions. They work through dialogues, review vocabulary, and discuss cultural nuances. The lessons are tailored to James's needs, with L V providing context, translations, and additional exercises.
French Greetings
French pronunciation - 'but'
French numbers
DIY & Hardware
French verbs - 'emménager'
French phrases - 'n'hésitez pas'
Laurence taught Richard 8 days ago
L V tutored Caroline Woodhouse in French, working on pronunciation and vocabulary related to dining, socializing, and general conversational phrases. Caroline practiced translating sentences and learned new vocabulary, with a focus on cultural context. They reviewed several phrases and plan to continue with the document in the next session, from phrase 41 to 70.
Pronunciation of 'ent'
Nuances of 'Commander'
French vs. English Sentence Structure
The verb 'Goûter'
The word 'Frais'
The word 'Pourboire'
Asmaa taught Manjot 8 days ago
Asma tutored Manjot in French, working on reading comprehension, pronunciation, and vocabulary related to describing France and daily routines. Manjot practiced reading texts and repeating phrases to improve his speaking skills. As homework, Manjot was asked to prepare a description of his daily routine in French, using the vocabulary and sentence structures learned during the lesson.
Connectors
Understanding Text
Sale
Routine Vocabulary
Demi
Quart
Hristina taught Serena 10 days ago
Hristina Mihalkova tutored Serena on describing appearances in French, focusing on hair and eye color vocabulary and the use of 'J'ai,' 'Elle a,' and 'Il a.' They played a character description game to reinforce learning. They will schedule the next lesson via WhatsApp and plan to cover the topic of "more food" next time.
Describing Hair and Eye Color in French
French Vocabulary for Physical Descriptions
Describing Personality in French
Using 'Rapide' to Describe Speed
Using 'Petit' to Describe Size
Asmaa taught Manjot 12 days ago
Asma tutored Manjot in French, covering pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar through a Kahoot game, and listening comprehension with a focus on French regions and weather. Manjot was assigned homework to summarize the weather in France from a provided link, to be presented in the next class. Asma also agreed to ask another student about their experience with the TEF exam.
TEF Test Speaking Section
French Question Structure
Weather Vocabulary
Past Tense Conjugation
Importance of Consistent Practice
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Alijah Fitzpatrick rated Hamid
Austin, Chicago
about 1 month ago
Hamid ’s French lessons are one of the best parts of my studies! he teaches in a fun and creative way that really helps you learn. he’s patient and makes sure to include topics I enjoy, which has really helped me improve. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn French in a fun and easygoing way!
Angel Fischer rated Olivia
Jefferson Park, Chicago
about 2 months ago
Nzeyimana is a great tutor, and is also amazing! After just two months of lessons, I can already form simple sentences in conversations. Highly recommend!
Freddy Cohen rated mariam
Belmont Cragin, Chicago
2 months ago
imanian has been a wonderful support in helping me improve my advanced French. She’s kind, dedicated, and always encouraging. Thanks to her, I feel much more confident speaking French. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting to get better at the language!
Kara Bond rated Jennet
South Lawndale, Chicago
3 months ago
Mathews is great at explaining French in a simple and clear way that’s easy to understand.
Derrick Wolfe rated Stelle
Portage Park, Chicago
3 months ago
Matha is an amazing tutor! She's patient, kind, and really listens before helping. Her support has made learning French easier and more enjoyable for me. I’m so glad to have her as my guide!
Alanna Thornton rated Coppélia
West Town, Chicago
4 months ago
Massimo-Maisonneuve is an amazing French tutor! She really knows the language well and was super supportive during our lessons. Her kind and helpful way of teaching made learning fun and easy to follow!
Kaiya Villarreal rated Ayuta
Near North Side, Chicago
5 months ago
Learning French with Liladar has been amazing! Her fun and lively way of teaching makes every lesson interesting and easy to follow. She’s patient, explains things clearly, and her love for the language really motivates me. I highly recommend Liladar to anyone who wants to improve their French in a fun and supportive way.
Kristen Herman rated Angele
Ashburn, Chicago
6 months ago
Learning French with Ntsame Meyo has been a great experience! She personalizes each lesson to fit how I learn best, which really helped me make progress and enjoy it too. I’m thankful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone wanting fun, customized French lessons.
Your guide to French in Chicago
Mastering French in Chicago: Everything you need to know
Learning French in Chicago is accessible through private French tutors, local language schools, and online platforms. One common challenge for students is mastering pronunciation and grammar rules. Chicago’s curriculum includes both classical and contemporary French, with standardized tests assessing language proficiency.
Local resources such as Alliance Française provide a range of courses, from beginner to advanced, helping students refine their language skills and immerse themselves in French culture. Tutors in Chicago offer personalized lessons that focus on speaking, writing, and listening comprehension.
These lessons are designed to overcome common challenges like sentence structure and verb conjugation. French language exchange programs are also available, offering real-world practice opportunities.
Whether you're learning French for travel, academics, or career advancement, Chicago offers ample resources and expert support to help you master the language. With consistent practice and tutoring, you'll gain the skills needed to speak French fluently and confidently.
Top study resources for French students in Chicago
Libraries
Alliance Française de Chicago: A great resource for French books, audio courses, and language materials.
Chicago Public Library: Provides French learning resources, including textbooks and films.
School language learning programs
University of Chicago French Department: Offers study groups and language learning services.
DePaul University: Provides tutoring for French language learners.
Academic workshops
Alliance Française de Chicago: Regular language learning workshops and cultural events to immerse yourself in French.
University of Chicago: Hosts French-related cultural and French language learning workshops.
Competitions
French Language Competitions: Engage in language challenges like those held by the French Embassy.
University of Chicago: Hosts French poetry and writing competitions.
French tutor costs in Chicago: What to expect & how to budget
French tutoring in Chicago averages around $46 per hour. Online tutoring can be a more affordable option. Entry-level tutors charge about $35/hour for basic grammar and vocabulary, while mid-range tutors charge $45-60/hour for intermediate lessons, including conversational skills and writing. Expert French tutors specializing in advanced topics like French literature or fluency practice charge $70-85/hour.
Local resources such as Alliance Française de Chicago offer specialized French tutoring programs and cultural workshops. Find expert-vetted French tutors on Wiingy starting at $32/hour, with a free trial lesson offered by tutors to ensure the right fit for your learning needs.
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