What is the best way to practice French conversation?

The best way to practice French conversation is to combine regular speaking practice, real-life topics, and feedback from qualified teachers. Learners progress faster when they practice speaking in context, listen to natural French, and receive guidance to correct mistakes and improve fluency. Random conversation without structure often leads to stagnation.

How can Americans improve their French speaking skills?

Americans improve their French speaking skills by practicing conversation regularly and learning how French is actually used in real life. Understanding cultural differences, pronunciation patterns, and common mistakes made by English speakers is essential. Structured practice with teachers and guided tools helps build confidence and natural expression.

Is GoodFrenchTips better than language apps?

GoodFrenchTips is different from most language apps because it offers a complete learning method designed by French teachers in the United States. While apps often focus on isolated exercises or gamification, GoodFrenchTips emphasizes real conversation, cultural understanding, and personalized feedback to help learners progress sustainably.

Who is GoodFrenchTips for?

GoodFrenchTips is designed for English-speaking adults learning French, especially Americans. It is particularly effective for intermediate learners who feel stuck, as well as motivated beginners who want a structured, real-life approach rather than textbook-based learning.

How does the GoodFrenchTips method help learners progress?

The GoodFrenchTips method develops all four essential language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Each skill is supported by dedicated tools such as live workshops, conversation practice, articles with audio and quizzes, and personalized feedback, ensuring steady and measurable progress.

What makes GoodFrenchTips effective for intermediate learners?

Many intermediate learners understand French but struggle to speak fluently. GoodFrenchTips helps them move forward by focusing on oral production, correcting recurring mistakes, and providing human guidance. This structured support restores confidence and helps learners break through the intermediate plateau.

How does TCF preparation work with GoodFrenchTips?

GoodFrenchTips offers targeted preparation for TCF exams including TCF Canada, TCF IRN, and TCF TP. Learners practice exam-style speaking tasks, receive corrected oral feedback from teachers, and participate in guided workshops. TCF conversations are stored temporarily to allow detailed correction and advice.

Can I try GoodFrenchTips before subscribing?

Yes. Learners can start with free content including articles, audio, videos, and a free conversation practice. This allows them to experience the GoodFrenchTips method before choosing a paid program such as the French Progress Program or the TCF Success Program.

TCF METHOD

GoodFrenchTips is a French learning platform created by French teachers in the United States. It helps American learners practice French through conversation, cultural content, live workshops, and guided progress programs.

TCF Prep • Clear Method • Exam-Focused

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Prepare for the TCF with a Clear Method — Step by Step

The TCF (Canada, IRN, TP, Québec) is demanding and requires strong B2 skills. With GoodFrenchTips, you follow a structured, exam-focused method — guided by Violaine de Landes, French teacher at the Alliance Française de Los Angeles, who has prepared TCF candidates for years.

What the TCF tests

• Speaking (Production Orale – PO)

• Writing (Production Écrite – PE)

• Listening (Compréhension Orale – CO)

• Reading (Compréhension Écrite – CE)

GoodFrenchTips is not vague “tips”. You train each skill separately with the right format, then you put everything together — exactly like the exam.

The GoodFrenchTips Method (skill by skill)

Listening — CO

1) Learn the article vocabulary
2) Listen to the audio carefully
3) Take the quiz to confirm understanding

Reading — CE

1) Learn the vocabulary
2) Read the article with purpose
3) Take the comprehension quiz

Speaking — PO (the game-changer)

Train with our AI conversation tool built around the 3 official TCF speaking tasks:
1) Review key vocabulary
2) Repeat with audio to improve pronunciation
3) Speak with the AI — anytime, in exam conditions, without stress
4) 2 oral conversations corrected per month by a GoodFrenchTips teacher (personalized advice to improve your score)

Writing — PE

Practice with TCF-style prompts and get teacher correction (one corrected writing per month), with clear feedback on grammar, coherence, and exam strategy.

Why learners choose GoodFrenchTips

✅ Method aligned with official TCF tasks

✅ Real speaking practice

✅ Clear structure for each skill

✅ Cultural context to understand prompts

✅ Teacher feedback (not only automated corrections)

No vague advice, no useless theory — just a method that works.

Get a clear weekly plan, realistic speaking practice, and teacher feedback — so you know exactly what to do next.

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Practice examples

Included in the TCF Success Program & French Progress Program

TCF (ALL)

Speaking • First prompts

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Pouvez-vous vous présenter ? — TCF (ALL) : la première question

First prompt

Can you introduce yourself? — TCF Speaking Test (first prompt)

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TCF IRN

Tasks 2 & 3 • Speaking practice

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Dans un magasin d’ameublement (TCF IRN)

Task 2

In a furniture store — Speaking practice (task 2)

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À l’office du tourisme — demander des renseignements (TCF IRN)

Task 2

Tourist office — Speaking practice (task 2)

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Organiser une fête — Expliquez ce que vous voulez ! (TCF IRN)

Task 2 • B1–B2

Organize a party: Explain what you want — Speaking practice (task 2)

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Ce que vous aimez faire le week-end (TCF IRN)

Task 3 • B1–B2

What you like to do on the weekends — Speaking practice (task 3)

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Dans un magasin de sport (TCF IRN)

Task 2 • B1–B2

In a sports store — Speaking practice (task 2)

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Comment vous informez-vous ? (TCF IRN)

Task 3 • B2

How do you stay informed? — Speaking practice (task 3)

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TCF (CANADA & TP)

Tasks 2 & 3 • Speaking practice

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Centre sportif — demander des renseignements (TCF Canada & TP)

Task 2

Sports center — Speaking practice (task 2)

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Acheter des meubles à son voisin (TCF Canada & TP)

Task 2

To buy furniture from your neighbor — Speaking practice (task 2)

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Les réseaux sociaux (TCF Canada & TP)

Task 3 • B2

Social network — Speaking practice (task 3)

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Les voyages (TCF Canada & TP)

Task 3 • B2

Travels — Speaking practice (task 3)

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Start practicing today

The fastest way to improve speaking confidence for TCF.

Try a free conversation Discover the TCF Success Program

TCF Writing Essentials + Practice

Included in the TCF Success Program & French Progress Program

Choose a resource below and start practicing with a clear method — focused, practical, and aligned with TCF expectations.

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TCF Canada / Québec / TP — Writing (Production écrite)

Writing practice

Clear guidance + prompts aligned with the exam format (Canada / Québec / TP).

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TCF IRN — Writing (Production écrite)

Writing practice

Practice the IRN writing tasks with a method that helps you gain points fast.

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Want structured guidance?

Join the TCF Success Program for step-by-step preparation, or the French Progress Program to build your level steadily.

Discover the TCF Success Program Explore the French Progress Program

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Preparing for B2? Make sure you know what examiners really expect

Before practicing, take 3 minutes to understand the real B2 requirements for the TCF: speaking, writing, listening and reading — with concrete expectations and examples.

👉 TCF B2 – Expected Competencies 🔗 TCF – Linking Words (Connecteurs logiques)

Upcoming Training at the Alliance Française de Los Angeles

If you’re preparing for the TCF soon, join Violaine for a special online workshop hosted by the Alliance Française:

👉 Online TCF B2 Preparation Workshop

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026 — 9:00 am to 11:00 am (PST)

📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026 — 9:00 am to 11:00 am (PST)

⏰ 2-hour online class led by Violaine de Landes, certified TCF instructor

Contact me : violaine@goodfrenchtips.com

This workshop will review all parts of the TCF B2 exam: listening, reading, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and writing. A perfect opportunity to boost your confidence and get exam-ready with expert guidance.

Find your TCF exam date in the U.S. (2026)

Looking for TCF Canada, TCF Québec, TCF IRN, or TCF Tout Public (TP)? Use our 2026 calendars to compare official exam dates, deadlines, and testing centers — then register directly on official Alliance Française websites.

TCF 2026 TCF Canada TCF Québec TCF IRN TCF Tout Public Alliance Française French exam USA

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – California

Statewide view (Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Pasadena when available) with official registration links and verification notes.

TCF Canada
TCF Québec
TCF IRN
TCF Tout Public

View California TCF Calendar →

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – New York State

Market-wide overview focused on NYC (Manhattan), with official exam dates and registration links.

TCF Canada
TCF IRN
Other NY options: check availability

View New York State TCF Calendar →

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – United States

Complete U.S. overview with California, New York State, top metro areas, and official links to all certified TCF exam centers.

All U.S. states
Top metro areas
Official exam center directory

View U.S. TCF Calendar →

Important: Calendars are provided for convenience only. Exam dates, formats, deadlines, and availability may change at any time. Always verify details and register on the official Alliance Française or testing center website.

Prepare for the TCF with a Clear Method — Step by Step

Practice examples

TCF (ALL)

TCF IRN

TCF (CANADA & TP)

TCF Writing Essentials + Practice

Preparing for B2? Make sure you know what examiners really expect

Upcoming Training at the Alliance Française de Los Angeles

Find your TCF exam date in the U.S. (2026)

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – California

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – New York State

📅 TCF Calendar 2026 – United States

Don’t wait — give yourself the best chance to succeed on your TCF exam!