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Muskaan taught 5 days ago
Student and Tutor engaged in extensive French pronunciation practice and expanded vocabulary related to clothing items. They practiced conjugating the verb "porter" (to wear/carry) and translated sentences incorporating new grammar rules and adverbs. For homework, the Student was assigned an exercise on verb conjugations and encouraged to practice listening to French resources.
French Pronunciation & Nasal Sounds
Essential Clothing Vocabulary
Conjugation and Usage of -ER Verbs
Constructing Negative Sentences (ne...pas)
Key Adverbs for Everyday Use
Practical French for Shopping & Communication
Cherith taught 6 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed French cafe vocabulary and then covered new grammar concepts including -ER verb conjugation, methods for forming questions, and how to negate sentences using "ne...pas." Due to the Student's difficulty with focus, the session concluded early with a plan to reschedule.
French Cafe Vocabulary Review
Introduction to -ER Verbs
Understanding Verb Conjugation: Infinitive vs. Conjugated
Forming Questions in French
French Negation: The "Ne...pas" Structure
Gaetan taught 6 days ago
The Student and Tutor engaged in a lengthy conversational French practice session, discussing diverse topics including global politics, current events, geographical locations, social concepts like communism and social scores, and educational/professional fields such as medical ethics and university studies. This session focused on broad vocabulary application and expression in a dynamic dialogue format.
Navigating Global Political Landscapes
Youth Emotions as Societal Barometers
The Impact of Social Scoring Systems
Global Economic & Linguistic Interconnectedness
Medical Ethics and Professional Education
Laurence taught 9 days ago
Student and Tutor continued their French lesson, focusing on mastering numbers up to the hundreds and thousands. They practiced pronunciation, learned the unique French counting systems for the 70s, 80s, and 90s, and applied these skills in a quiz and exercises involving currency. The Tutor recommended listening to French number songs as a supplemental study method.
French Number System: Regular Tens (0-69)
The Soixante-dix (70s) Series
The Quatre-vingts (80s) & Quatre-vingt-dix (90s) Series
Higher Numbers: Cent
Mille
Million
Practical Number Usage: Money & Pronunciation
Karine taught 11 days ago
The Student and Tutor engaged in a detailed lesson on French homophones, starting with the distinction between 'a' and 'à' and progressing to more varied examples. They practiced identifying and correctly using homophones in sentences and discussed a crucial pronunciation rule regarding the 'ent' ending in verbs versus nouns. The next session was confirmed.
French Homophones: Differentiating 'a'
'à'
'as' and 'est'
'et'
'es'
Pronunciation Rules: Silent vs. Pronounced '-ent' Endings
Forming the Passé Composé with 'Être' and Reflexive Verbs
Practical Vocabulary and Deductive Reading for Comprehension
Muskaan taught 13 days ago
The session focused on French language learning, covering a review of vocabulary and the conjugation of -ER ending verbs. The Student practiced translating sentences, reading comprehension, and learned new vocabulary related to sports, places, and days of the week. A homework assignment for additional present tense conjugation practice was given.
French ER Verb Conjugation & Pronunciation
Special Cases in ER Verb Conjugation (`Payer` & `Manger`)
Constructing Negative Sentences (`Ne...pas`)
Prepositions of Location & Sports (`à`
`au`
`à la`)
Days of the Week and French Date Usage
Essential French Vocabulary: Nouns
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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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