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Isabelle taught 3 days ago
Mme Bagassien conducted a French lesson on August 13, 2025, with a student from New York University. The focus was on improving pronunciation, acquiring new vocabulary through thematic learning and picture descriptions, and enhancing reading comprehension. Together, they delved into a short story about a llama and a lion, meticulously working on pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and answering comprehension questions, including inferring information. Although the lesson concluded earlier than planned, they made arrangements to resume their studies on Thursday.
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Pronunciation of 'a'
Contractions with 'à'
Story Comprehension
Using 'de'
Sounds 'an' vs 'am'
Vocabulary Acquisition
French Pronunciation - 'a' sounds
Laurence taught Richard 10 days ago
During their French language lesson, Richard and L V honed their conversational skills by practicing dialogues for common scenarios, including visits to a bakery, pharmacy, grocery store, and hotel. The focus was on improving pronunciation, expanding vocabulary, and grasping cultural nuances in language use. The pair also made plans to practice these dialogues with Caroline and scheduled their return to classes for August 26th, following a two-week break.
French Pronunciation
French Slang
French Grammar - 'Tenir'
Word-by-Word Translation
Polite French
Isabelle taught Anne 10 days ago
Mme Bagassien engaged in a French language lesson with a student from Pace University in the Financial District. They worked on a transcription exercise and discussed various aspects of French culture, grammar, and vocabulary. They analyzed dialogue, addressed pronunciation challenges, and touched upon topics ranging from cinema to historical figures. The lesson concluded with Mme Bagassien indicating she would provide pricing information in the next class.
French Cinema
French Numbers
French History
French Geography
Transcription Exercise
Elise taught Elquis 12 days ago
Elise provided French tutoring to Elquis, with the lesson concentrating on greetings, introductions, and expressing preferences for hobbies and activities. Elquis actively practiced pronunciation, sentence construction, and differentiating between masculine and feminine forms. For their upcoming French lesson, Elquis is tasked with preparing a personal introduction, and they will also explore family members, related vocabulary, and scheduling.
French Pronunciation - 'F'
Masculine vs. Feminine Nouns
Expressing Preferences
Verb Conjugation - Infinitive
Introducing Yourself
Days of the Week
Hristina taught Serena 17 days ago
Hristina guided Serena through a French lesson, concentrating on animal vocabulary and related verbs. Serena actively engaged in identifying various animals, writing down new words, and applying verbs to describe animal actions through interactive games and drawing activities. For homework, Hristina tasked Serena with learning a section of a French song and provided the lesson slides for her review, with their next lesson scheduled for the following week.
French Animal Actions
Describing Animal Actions in French
French Animal Vocabulary
Hristina taught Hugh 23 days ago
Hristina tutored Hugh on the French grammar concepts of when to use "se/c'est" versus "il/elle est" for introductions, descriptions, and opinions. Hugh practiced identifying the correct usage through fill-in-the-blank exercises and sentence construction. Hristina will send Hugh additional practice materials and plans to continue with another grammar topic in the next session.
Se vs. Il/Elle
Adjective Placement
Professions
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Eve Owens rated Clara
Elmhurst, Queens
3 months ago
If you’re looking for a tutor who’s always on time, kind, and fun, Delgado is the perfect teacher! She has made learning French so much easier and not as scary. Delgado knows how to teach in a way that works best for me, so every lesson is fun and really helpful!
Dwayne Delacruz rated Cynthia
Flatbush, Brooklyn
4 months ago
I’m just beginning to learn French, and Akwadah was super amazing! Our first lesson was like a fun adventure, and I learned tons of cool stuff already. She reallly is a great tutor
Allisson Wu rated Ella
Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
4 months ago
Thompson has been an amazing tutor while I’ve been learning French! After all our lessons, I can now have real conversations in French. She makes learning fun and interesting, and her way of teaching really helped me get better at the language.
Darrell Fitzpatrick rated Judith
Bushwick, Brooklyn
4 months ago
Rodrigo is an amazing teacher! She brings so much energy to every lesson and makes sure to teach in a way that works best for you. She’s really patient and helps you learn French at your own speed, so you can see how much you’re improving.
Taliyah Barajas rated Cameron
Jackson Heights, Brooklyn
4 months ago
Cameron is an amazing tutor! he’s helped me a lot with understanding how French works, and because of his, I’m much better at speaking and writing in French. he’s super patient and always ready to answer my questions. Cameron makes learning fun and always makes sure I feel supported. Thanks to his, I’m more confident using French, and I think anyone would love learning with his!
Maci Horton rated Alyssa
East Harlem, Brooklyn
6 months ago
Gaouette is an awesome tutor! She explains things really clearly and is super patient. She’s great at breaking down hard parts of French so they’re easy to understand, making learning fun and super helpful.
Deacon Ramirez rated Maarie
Sunset Park, Brooklyn
6 months ago
I’m so happy to recommend Rt as a fantastic French teacher! She’s always honest, reliable, and really cares about helping her students succeed. She comes to every lesson prepared, and she’s super patient and kind. Rt makes learning feel comfortable and fun, and she’s always there to support you.
Amiya Perkins rated Cynthia
Lower Manhattan
7 months ago
Akwadah truly loves the French language and it shows in her teaching. She knows a lot about French grammar and literature and explains everything in a clear, fun way. Her passion makes learning with her both easy and enjoyable.
French learning made easy, New York City perspective
All about learning French in New York
Learning French in New York has many benefits. It enriches culture, boosts careers, and connects you with a lively French-speaking community. The state follows the New York State Learning Standards for World Languages. These focus on communication, cultural understanding, and skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
But learning French can be tough. Fluency, pronunciation, and native accents take time. Grammar rules and verb conjugations can be tricky. Students preparing for tests like the AP French Language and Culture exam or DELF/DALF certifications may find advanced reading and writing challenging.
Luckily, many resources can help. The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) offers structured courses and cultural experiences. The New York Public Library provides free language programs. Universities like CUNY offer French classes. Private French tutors in New York help with pronunciation, grammar, and test prep. With the right support, learning French becomes easier and more enjoyable.
Top study resources for French students in New York
- French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) – A leading French cultural center. It offers immersive language classes, cultural events, and film screenings.
- New York Public Library – Language Learning Programs – Free access to French books, audiobooks, and conversation groups.
- CUNY French Language Programs – Colleges like Hunter and Queens College offer in-depth French courses. These focus on literature and professional use.
- Alliance Française de Westchester – Provides French courses for all ages. Includes DELF/DALF exam preparation.
- Meetup Language Exchange Groups – Social events where learners practice French with native speakers.
- Columbia University Language Resource Center – Offers French courses and conversation practice. Open to students and the public.
- Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)- Affordable, flexible French courses for all learners.
French tutoring costs in New York: What to expect and how to budget
French tutoring in New York varies in cost based on expertise and lesson structure. For $30–$50 per hour, students can learn from college students, online tutors, or non-certified instructors. These lessons cover basic grammar and conversation skills.
For $40–$70 per hour, high school and college students get structured lessons from experienced French tutors in New York. These tutors may not be native speakers but provide strong guidance. These sessions cover reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension.
For $80–$150 per hour, certified instructors or native speakers offer advanced lessons. They focus on business French, fluency improvement, and exam prep for AP French and DELF/DALF.
For a budget-friendly option, the New York Public Library provides free language programs. Meetup groups offer informal conversation practice. CUNY and BMCC offer affordable courses.
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