Conversation between 2 friends about learning French

 

Characters:

• Emma: A young woman learning French.
• Lucas: A native French speaker helping her improve.

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Emma: Hi, Lucas! How are you?
Lucas: Salut, Lucas ! Comment ça va ?

Lucas: I’m good, thanks. And you?
Lucas: Ça va bien, merci. Et toi ?

Emma: I’m fine too. I wanted to talk to you about learning French.
Emma: Je vais bien aussi. Je voulais te parler de l’apprentissage du français.

Lucas: Of course! How’s it going?
Lucas: Bien sûr ! Comment ça se passe ?

Emma: It’s so difficult! Why is French such a complicated language?
Emma: C’est tellement difficile ! Pourquoi le français est-il une langue si compliquée ?

Lucas: (laughing) It’s true, it’s not the easiest. What do you find the hardest?
Lucas: (riant) C’est vrai, ce n’est pas la plus facile. Qu’est-ce que tu trouves le plus difficile ?

Emma: The verbs, the tenses, and the gender of words. Why is a table feminine but a book is masculine?
Emma: Les verbes, les temps et le genre des mots. Pourquoi une table est féminine alors qu’un livre est masculin ?

Lucas: I know, it doesn’t always make sense. But it’s part of the charm of French!
Lucas: Je sais, ça n’a pas toujours de sens. Mais c’est le charme du français !

Emma: Maybe... but I feel like I’ll never be fluent.
Emma: Peut-être… mais j’ai l’impression que je ne serai jamais fluente.

Lucas: Don’t say that! You’re doing really well. You just need practice and patience.
Lucas: Ne dis pas ça ! Tu te débrouilles très bien. Il te faut juste de la pratique et de la patience.

Emma: Do you have any tips for me?
Emma: Tu as des conseils pour moi ?

Lucas: Yes! Watch French movies or listen to French music. And try to speak as much as possible, even if you make mistakes.
Lucas: Oui ! Regarde des films français ou écoute de la musique française. Et essaie de parler autant que possible, même si tu fais des erreurs.

Emma: I’m afraid people will laugh at my accent...
Emma: J’ai peur que les gens se moquent de mon accent…

Lucas: Nobody will laugh, I promise. People will admire your effort!
Lucas: Personne ne se moquera, je te promets. Les gens admireront tes efforts !

Emma: You really think so?
Emma: Tu crois vraiment ?

Lucas: Absolutely. And if you want, we can talk in French together to help you practice.
Lucas: Absolument. Et si tu veux, on peut parler en français ensemble pour t’aider à pratiquer.

Emma: That would be great! Thank you, Lucas.
Emma: Ce serait génial ! Merci, Lucas.

Lucas: My pleasure. Let’s start now—how would you say that in French?
Lucas: Avec plaisir. Commençons maintenant—comment dirais-tu ça en français ?

Emma: Hmm... « Commençons maintenant » ?
Emma: Hmm… « Commençons maintenant » ?

Lucas: Perfect! See? You’re already improving!
Lucas: Parfait ! Tu vois ? Tu t’améliores déjà !

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This mix of English and French creates a natural, bilingual dialogue perfect for learners transitioning between the two languages. 😊

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Where to Learn Japanese Language course in Kolkata

 

 

 

 

 

Learning Japanese in Kolkata is facilitated by several reputable institutions offering comprehensive courses for various proficiency levels. 

Here are some prominent options:

Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture

Kolkata, India

Offers Japanese language courses as part of their School of Languages, with experienced instructors and a structured curriculum. 

A1 Palium Skills Foreign Language Institute

Offers classroom and live Japanese language classes covering reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in Japanese language. Faculty members are certified and have exposure to Japanese culture and life in Japan. The best thing is that they conduct these classes in small batches which ensures better quality of learning.

Henry Harvin

Online only

Offers Japanese language courses from N5 to N1 levels, focusing on reading, writing, and speaking skills, with flexible online classes and experienced trainers. 

Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Kolkata, India

Provides a 60-hour online Japanese language course introducing Japanese culture and communication, with weekend morning classes and joint certification with the Japan Foundation. 

Eiwa Language School

Kolkata, India

Specializes in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) preparatory courses, offering private classes 

and new sessions starting periodically. 

Indo-Japan Welfare & Cultural Association (IJWCA)

Kolkata, India

Offers courses introducing Japanese language and culture, aiming to enhance communication skills and cultural understanding. 

 

International Institute of Language and Culture (IILC)

Kolkata, India

An independent Japanese language school offering courses from beginners to post-advanced levels, focusing on comprehensive language skills. 

 

Academy of Foreign Language

Kolkata, India

Provides Japanese language courses aimed at developing speaking skills, with a focus on practical communication. 

 

 

L&S Language Academy

Kolkata, India

 

Offers Japanese language speaking courses at affordable rates, focusing on authentic language skills and practical communication. When selecting a course, consider factors such as the institution's accreditation, course structure, schedule flexibility, and alignment with your personal or professional goals. It's advisable to contact these institutes directly or visit their websites for detailed information on course offerings, schedules, and enrollment procedure