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Bite-sized and easy to follow French lessons for beginners. Join Mathilde as she teaches you exactly what you need to know to kickstart your French learning journey, and ultimately speak French clearly and confidently. Each episode covers topics related to French grammar, French pronunciation and French vocabulary. At the end of each episode, you can download the lesson's exercises – so you can start practicing and implementing what you've learned right away. Head to https://mathildekien.com/subscribe-library to subscribe to the FREE french exercises library.

Mathilde Kien


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    The French Made Easy podcast is an exceptional learning resource for anyone interested in becoming fluent in French. This podcast stands out due to its easy-to-follow format, intuitive approach, and the dedication that is evident in each episode. The host, Mathilde, has clearly put a lot of effort into creating a beginner's guide that covers various topics, making it accessible and enjoyable for learners of all levels. The title of each episode gives a clear indication of the topic being covered, ensuring that listeners know exactly what they will be learning.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to make speaking French feel attainable. Mathilde breaks down each lesson into manageable steps, providing clear explanations and guiding listeners through exercises that are incredibly helpful for practice. Her accent is also clear and easy to understand, which is essential for English speakers who may struggle with the unique sounds in the French language. Additionally, Mathilde provides accompanying worksheets and exercises online that act as valuable supplements to the lessons.

    Although it is challenging to find any flaws with this podcast, one aspect that could be improved upon is the inclusion of more in-episode practice. While recent episodes have included quizzes that are fantastic for reinforcing learning, having additional practice exercises within each episode would further enhance retention. However, this minor suggestion does not detract from the overall value and effectiveness of this podcast.

    In conclusion, The French Made Easy podcast delivers an outstanding learning experience for those seeking to learn or refresh their knowledge of French. It features bite-sized episodes that can easily be incorporated into daily routines and provides resources online for further exploration and practice. With Mathilde's soothing voice guiding listeners through each lesson and her meticulous attention to detail evident throughout every step and link provided, this podcast comes highly recommended for anyone looking to learn French or improve their existing skills.



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    177 - 11 Common French Words Starting with an Aspirated H

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 10:05 Transcription Available


    In this episode, you'll learn 11 common French words that start with an aspirated H.

    176 - How to Conjugate “Aller” (To Go) in French (Imperfect Tense)

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    In this episode, I'll break down the imperfect tense conjugation of ‘faire' (to do/make).

    175 - French Dictation Practice for Beginners #9 [Easter]

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    In this episode, you'll practice your French listening and writing skills with a beginner dictation themed around Easter

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    174 - How to Conjugate “Faire” (To Do/Make) in French (Imperfect Tense)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 6:40 Transcription Available


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    173 - The /e/ Sound [French Pronunciation Practice]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 4:42 Transcription Available


    In this episode, you'll practice the French /i/ sound with a simple listen & repeat exercise.

    172 - 10 Common French Idioms (Part 2)

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    In this lesson, you'll learn 10 common French idioms.

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    171 - French Dictation Practice for Beginners #8 [Recipe]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 5:08


    In this episode, you'll practice your French listening and writing skills with a beginner dictation themed around a simple recipe — how to make a classic omelette.

    170 - The /i/ Sound [French Pronunciation Practice]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 5:09 Transcription Available


    In this episode, you'll practice the French /i/ sound with a simple listen & repeat exercise.

    169 - How to Say "Sorry" and "Excuse Me" in French

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 4:50 Transcription Available


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    168 - 15 Common French Words Starting with a Mute H

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 10:52 Transcription Available


    In this episode, you'll learn 15 common French words that start with a mute H and learn the difference between a mute H and an aspirated H in French.

    167 - 10 French Idioms (Part 1)

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    166 - French Dictation #7 [At Home]

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    165 - French Listening Comprehension Story for Beginners #6

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    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 6:47 Transcription Available


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    162 - How to Conjugate “To Be” (Être) in French (Imperfect Tense)

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    161 - 5 Common Reflexive Verbs (Present Tense)

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    In this lesson, you'll learn how to use 5 common reflexive verbs in French, all in the present tense.

    160 - French Dictation Practice for Beginners #5 [Family Members]

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    159 - 25 School Words in French

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    158 - French Listening Comprehension Story for Beginners

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    151 - How to Say ‘You're Welcome' in French

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    150 - French Dictation #3 [Colors]

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    In this episode, you'll practice your French listening and writing skills with a beginner dictation exercise themed around 'Colors'. Choose from two levels: Level 1 for beginners with some gaps to fill, and Level 2 for a bigger challenge.

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    149 - How to Pronounce 8 French Pastries

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 6:48 Transcription Available


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    139 - How to Pronounce ‘Plus' in French

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 14:23 Transcription Available


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    138 - 20 Common Adjectives (Part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 7:26 Transcription Available


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    137 - How to Use Impersonal Verbs in French ('il faut', 'il pleut'...)

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    136 - 21 French Expressions for Grocery Shopping

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 12:15 Transcription Available


    In this episode, you'll learn the essential vocabulary for navigating supermarkets in French.

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    135 - 7 Question Words in French

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 10:52 Transcription Available


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