French online resources

A guide to some of the best resources to support your French studies from around the web.

General language practice

Lawless French - All-round skill development, including listening, vocabulary, and reading for all levels.

Bonjour de France - A great range of exercises and lessons that are organised by level.

Le Point du FLE - A useful directory of more than 6,900 links to the best courses and free exercises to learn French.

TV5 Monde - Useful vocabulary and comprehension exercises for all levels, including topics related to French culture.

Listening

Podcast Français Facile - French podcasts on various themes, with transcripts and exercises. For beginner and intermediate levels.

News in Slow French - Slowed-down current affairs listening segments with transcripts. For beginner and intermediate levels.

Placement tests

Institut Français Placement Test - The Institut Français offers a 20-30 minute written test, which is assessed according to CEFR, A1-C1.

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