Grow Your Confidence in Everyday French
Stages 6-10 of the Languistique French Learning Path
Through five stages, you will expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, learn to talk about the past and communicate more confidently in everyday French.
Is Beginner Plus Level (A2) Right for You?
This level may be suitable if you:
- can introduce yourself and discuss familiar topics in French
- understand simple conversations and short texts
- can ask and answer everyday questions
- have completed A1 or have equivalent knowledge
- are ready to communicate more confidently in everyday French
CEFR A2 (Elementary) is the second level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), an international standard for measuring language proficiency.
CEFR Levels:
A1 Beginner → A2 Elementary → B1 Intermediate → B2 Upper Intermediate → C1 Advanced → C2 Proficient
The Languistique French Beginner Plus Level corresponds to CEFR A2 (Elementary) and covers Stages 6-10 of the Learning Path.
What Can You Do By the End of Beginner Plus (A2) Level?
- use French confidently when using public transport, buying tickets, booking accommodation and staying at a hotel.
- ask for and give directions, and describe towns, regions and places
- discuss health, wellbeing and healthy lifestyles
- talk about past events, experiences and celebrations
- express opinions, make comparisons and communicate more confidently in everyday French
Vocabulary
Throughout Stages 6-10, you will build vocabulary related to:
- transport, tickets and timetables
- hotels, accommodation and travel services
- directions, buildings and local facilities
- health, illnesses and medicines
- towns, villages, regions and the environment
- festivals, traditions and celebrations
- healthy living, food, sport and wellbeing
Grammar and Verbs
Develop confidence with:
- making comparisons
- asking more complex questions
- giving instructions using the imperative
- expressing necessity with il faut
- distinguishing between savoir and connaître
- using common French prepositions
- giving advice with je vous conseille de
- using the passé composé with regular and irregular verbs
- forming negative sentences and questions
- common verb patterns and high-frequency expressions
Reading and Listening
Improve your ability to:
- follow travel information and practical instructions
- understand health and wellbeing topics
- identify key information in longer spoken and written texts
- better understand descriptions of places, regions and cultural events
- engage with more authentic everyday French
Speaking
- sustaining longer conversations
- responding more naturally in everyday situations
- expressing opinions with greater confidence
- discussing past experiences and future plans
- interacting more independently in French
Stage 6: Transport and Hotels
Learn practical French for travel, accommodation and getting around independently.
Stage 7: Directions, Health and Everyday Problems
Ask for directions, talk about health concerns and deal with everyday situations.
Stage 8: Towns, Villages and Regions
Describe places, regions and local attractions in greater detail.
Stage 9: Celebrations and Traditions
Discuss celebrations, customs, traditions and personal experiences.
Stage 10: Healthy Living and Wellbeing
Talk about health, wellbeing and lifestyle choices with increasing confidence.
Online Tutorials
Follow structured lessons, audio activities and practice exercises at your own pace.
Explore the Online Learning Path
Learner Packs
Download companion PDFs, transcripts, grammar summaries and vocabulary reviews.
Live Lessons
Receive personalised support, feedback and guidance from Françoise.
Choose the learning option that best fits your goals, schedule and learning style.
Can I start at A2 without completing A1?
A2 is designed for learners who can already manage basic everyday French. You should be able to introduce yourself, ask and answer simple questions, discuss familiar topics and participate in basic conversations before starting this level.
Do I need a tutor?
No. The online course and learner packs can be used independently. Live lessons are available if you would like personalised support and feedback.
What topics are covered at A2?
Stages 6-10 cover topics including transport, hotels, directions, towns and regions, health and wellbeing, festivals, traditions, healthy living and everyday situations.
What grammar will I learn at A2?
You will learn to make comparisons, ask more complex questions, give instructions and advice, and use the passé composé with greater confidence. You will also strengthen your knowledge of common verbs and sentence structures.
Can I learn A2 French online?
Yes. You can study independently through the Languistique Online Learning Path or combine online learning with learner packs and live lessons.
What comes after A2?
After completing Beginner Plus (A2), learners typically progress to the Intermediate Level (B1) (Stages 11-15 of the Languistique French Learning Path).
Where Does Beginner Plus (A2) Fit in the Learning Path?
Beginner (A1) → Beginner Plus (A2) → Intermediate (B1) → Intermediate Plus (B2) → Advanced (C1)
Stages 6-10 help you move beyond the basics and communicate more independently in French, providing a strong foundation for the Intermediate (B1) level.
What you will learn
What Can You Do By the End of Beginner Plus (A2) Level?
- use French confidently when using public transport, buying tickets, booking accommodation and staying at a hotel.
- ask for and give directions, and describe towns, regions and places
- discuss health, wellbeing and healthy lifestyles
- talk about past events, experiences and celebrations
- express opinions, make comparisons and communicate more confidently in everyday French
Vocabulary
Throughout Stages 6-10, you will build vocabulary related to:
- transport, tickets and timetables
- hotels, accommodation and travel services
- directions, buildings and local facilities
- health, illnesses and medicines
- towns, villages, regions and the environment
- festivals, traditions and celebrations
- healthy living, food, sport and wellbeing
Grammar and Verbs
Develop confidence with:
- making comparisons
- asking more complex questions
- giving instructions using the imperative
- expressing necessity with il faut
- distinguishing between savoir and connaître
- using common French prepositions
- giving advice with je vous conseille de
- using the passé composé with regular and irregular verbs
- forming negative sentences and questions
- common verb patterns and high-frequency expressions
Reading and Listening
Improve your ability to:
- follow travel information and practical instructions
- understand health and wellbeing topics
- identify key information in longer spoken and written texts
- better understand descriptions of places, regions and cultural events
- engage with more authentic everyday French
Speaking
- sustaining longer conversations
- responding more naturally in everyday situations
- expressing opinions with greater confidence
- discussing past experiences and future plans
- interacting more independently in French
Topics and Stages
Stage 6: Transport and Hotels
Learn practical French for travel, accommodation and getting around independently.
Stage 7: Directions, Health and Everyday Problems
Ask for directions, talk about health concerns and deal with everyday situations.
Stage 8: Towns, Villages and Regions
Describe places, regions and local attractions in greater detail.
Stage 9: Celebrations and Traditions
Discuss celebrations, customs, traditions and personal experiences.
Stage 10: Healthy Living and Wellbeing
Talk about health, wellbeing and lifestyle choices with increasing confidence.
Study Options
Online Tutorials
Follow structured lessons, audio activities and practice exercises at your own pace.
Explore the Online Learning Path
Learner Packs
Download companion PDFs, transcripts, grammar summaries and vocabulary reviews.
Live Lessons
Receive personalised support, feedback and guidance from Françoise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I start at A2 without completing A1?
A2 is designed for learners who can already manage basic everyday French. You should be able to introduce yourself, ask and answer simple questions, discuss familiar topics and participate in basic conversations before starting this level.
Do I need a tutor?
No. The online course and learner packs can be used independently. Live lessons are available if you would like personalised support and feedback.
What topics are covered at A2?
Stages 6-10 cover topics including transport, hotels, directions, towns and regions, health and wellbeing, festivals, traditions, healthy living and everyday situations.
What grammar will I learn at A2?
You will learn to make comparisons, ask more complex questions, give instructions and advice, and use the passé composé with greater confidence. You will also strengthen your knowledge of common verbs and sentence structures.
Can I learn A2 French online?
Yes. You can study independently through the Languistique Online Learning Path or combine online learning with learner packs and live lessons.
What comes after A2?
After completing Beginner Plus (A2), learners typically progress to the Intermediate Level (B1) (Stages 11-15 of the Languistique French Learning Path).
Learning Path
Where Does Beginner Plus (A2) Fit in the Learning Path?
Beginner (A1) → Beginner Plus (A2) → Intermediate (B1) → Intermediate Plus (B2) → Advanced (C1)
Stages 6-10 help you move beyond the basics and communicate more independently in French, providing a strong foundation for the Intermediate (B1) level.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Take the free French Level Test to identify the best starting point on the Languistique French Learning Path.