French Language I notes

7 chapter notes, in syllabus order. Each starts with the key points.

Unit 1

French Alphabet and Pronunciation · note coming

Unit 2

Greetings, Introductions & Polite French ConversationsUnit 2 of French Language I covers essential French phrases for greetings, introductions, and polite exchanges—including formal/informal speech, handshakes, and cultural nuances—with real-world applications in tourism, hospitality, and daily interactions.8 min read

Unit 3

Numbers, Days & Months in French – Essential Vocabulary & UsageUnit 3 of French Language I covers cardinal and ordinal numbers (0–100+), days of the week, months, and their correct pronunciation and usage in travel/tourism contexts (e.g., dates, times, prices, and itineraries).9 min read

Unit 4

French Articles & Gender: Definite/Indefinite Articles, Noun RulesUnit 4 of French Language I covers the two types of French articles (definite le/la/les and indefinite un/une/des), their gender rules for nouns, and how to apply them in sentences. This note explains the grammatical rules, exceptions, and real-world usage with visual aids and practical examples from tourism contexts l8 min read

Unit 5

Present Tense Verbs in French: Conjugation, Rules & UsageUnit 5 of French Language I covers the present tense (le présent) in French, including regular and irregular verb conjugations, common exceptions, and practical usage in travel and tourism contexts. Learn how to form sentences, ask questions, and describe actions in real-time scenarios.13 min read

Unit 6

Asking Questions · note coming

Unit 7

Describing People & Places in FrenchUnit 7 of French Language I teaches how to use adjectives, prepositions, and vocabulary to vividly describe people’s physical traits, personalities, and locations in French, with practical examples for travel and tourism contexts.10 min read

Unit 8

Travel Vocabulary · note coming

Unit 9

Hotel & Restaurant French: Key Phrases & ScenariosUnit 9 of French Language I teaches essential vocabulary and dialogues for hotel and restaurant interactions, including check-ins, ordering food, and handling complaints—critical for travel and hospitality roles.10 min read

Unit 10

French Reading/Writing: Texts, Comprehension & Basic CompositionUnit 10 of French Language I builds practical skills to read short texts (dialogues, descriptions, simple stories) and write responses, emails, or short paragraphs—key for real-world communication in travel, tourism, and hospitality.10 min read