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Learn how to pronounce each sound in French, the French rhythm, and better understand the rules of liaison and assimilation.
Forbidden liaisons in the French language: rules + examples
In this article, I list the 11 rules to know to master the forbidden liaisons in the French language. You will discover the rules in French as well as examples of pronunciation.
Everything to know about phonological assimilation in French
The assimilation of sonority in linguistics can influence the pronunciation of words and groups of words in French. Consonants can undergo changes that affect the voiceless or voiced character of their pronunciation. This phenomenon is sound assimilation. Learn the rules and watch the video to understand everything about assimilation in French.
Phonetic alphabet: How to spell semi-vowels in French
Semi-vowels in French form an intermediate category between consonants and vowels. This article presents how to write all the semi-vowels of the phonetic alphabet in French. The order of presentation is from the most common cases to the most difficult ones, including exceptions.
Reading practice: Fairy tales in French
Reading is ideal to help you improve your French pronunciation while learning about French culture. I invite you to listen to these tales in order to make you discover the sounds as well as the use of links and sequences.
Phonetic alphabet: How to spell consonant sounds in French
Find out how to write phonetic consonants in French. Watch the video to see and hear the sounds produced.
Phonetic alphabet: How to spell oral vowel sounds in French
Find out how to write phonetic vowels in French. Watch the video to see and hear the sounds produced.
Pronunciation of numbers from 1 to 10 in French
Find out how to pronounce the numbers from one to ten in French. The pronunciation varies according to the place occupied in the sentence.
Pronunciation practice: reading le Chat Botté in French
Reading practice is a perfect exercise to practice your French pronunciation. Watch the video and practice reading le Chat Botté at your own pace.
French accentuation and stress
Discover the two types of stress in a sentence in French. Listen to the audios to better understand the accentuation and stress in the French language.
10 French pronunciation difficulties for English speakers
Discover 10 differences between French pronunciation and English pronunciation. Listen to the audio to better understand these pronunciation differences and improve your French pronunciation.
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