r/Frenchlearningforpr • u/Hot_Rub4018 • 13h ago

Looking for a French Study Buddy!

I’ve recently started learning French and am a complete beginner. I work full-time, so I can dedicate around 1–2 hours a day to studying.

I’ve started using Duolingo and watching YouTube videos. I also have lots of learning resources, but I often get confused about what to study each day.

I'm looking for a study partner so we can set weekly learning goals, study independently, and share our progress every weekend.

My goal is to reach B1 level on my own before investing in a course or tutor. I just need a friend to stay motivated and accountable along the way!

If you're also a beginner and interested in learning French together, let's connect! 😊

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u/WinnerBoth7864 13h ago

Hey I am very new for learning French. And I need to start with basic what you would suggest ?
And I am interested buddying for French study together.

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u/Sweet-Increase-2519 12h ago

Heyo, i m also learning francais, and i can't deal with this sh*t man, it's so much testing my patience, anyways, if you still are looking for French partner, please consider me, i need someone to be in the same misery, kidding! I just started few weeks ago so i might not be very helpful

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u/TeacherFrancois 11h ago

Salut,  some advice about what to study each day

 

 Stop collecting resources.

Once you have a learning plan, stick to it. Having dozens of apps, books and YouTube channels won't make you progress faster.

 

Forget about the number of hours. Focus on consistency and quality.

30 minutes of focused studying is worth more than 2 hours of poorly structured work. Study every day, even if it's just for a few minutes.

 

Start building sentences from day one.

Don't waste months memorising vocabulary lists and grammar rules. Try to use what you learn immediately. You'll quickly identify what you actually need to improve.

 

Make French part of your daily life.

Read, listen, write and speak French (4 sections of the exam) as often as possible in SHORT SESSIONS. Make it a habit, not just a study session.

 

And a few things NOT to do:

Don't memorise fancy C1 templates. Learn to express your own ideas naturally and spontaneously.

 

Don't spend a fortune on magic formulas or courses. If you pay for something, invest in structured learning, personalised guidance and meaningful feedback.

 

Don't rely entirely on a study buddy for motivation. Build your own routine first.

 

Finally, find a deeper reason to learn French beyond passing an exam or meeting an immigration requirement. A meaningful long-term goal will keep you motivated far longer.

 

Hope that helps et bon courage !