French Grammar

Welcome! This section is dedicated to mastering French grammar and usage — without the overwhelm.
Here you’ll find clear explanations, real-life examples, and simple tips to help you understand tenses, pronouns, sentence structure, and the tricky details that textbooks rarely explain. Whether you’re brushing up on the basics or polishing your advanced skills, these guides will help you use French more naturally and confidently.
Using study methods such as flashcards or relating words to your home language will strengthen your proficiency. You will soon be able to apply all the knowledge in real time with French speakers.

Explanation of the difference between Imparfait and Passé Composé in French, with examples and tips for learners.

Imparfait or Passé Composé: A Complete Guide For Learners

1 January 2026|French Grammar | 8 Min Read

Imparfait or Passé Composé: A Complete Guide for Learners Last updated date : 1st January 2026 Learning how to talk about the past in French can be tricky. Unlike English, [...]

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The Past Conditional in French: Structure and Uses

20 December 2025|French Grammar | 6 Min Read

The Past Conditional in French: Structure, Uses, and Examples The past conditional in French is an essential tense that expresses regret, hypothetical past situations, advice, and reported information. In English, [...]

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The French subjunctive explained

18 December 2025|French Grammar | 12 Min Read

The French subjunctive explained : Rules and Usage Guide Updated 18th December 2025 The French subjunctive, or le subjonctif, is an important part of French grammar that you will encounter [...]

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Top common mistakes in French to avoid

16 December 2025|French Grammar, French Vocabulary | 16 Min Read

Top common mistakes to avoid in French Updated 16th December 2025 Mastering French requires patience and consistent practice. By identifying frequent errors in French from the start, you can enhance [...]

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Tellement, Tant, Si: Mastering Their Nuances in French

16 June 2025|French Grammar | 8 Min Read

Tellement, Tant, Si in French: Mastering Their Nuances Learning French can be challenging, especially when it comes to expressing intensity. The words "tellement," "tant," and "si" all translate to "so" or [...]

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Improve your French : Better Use the Tonic Pronouns

17 May 2025|French Grammar | 9 Min Read

Improve your French : Better Use the Tonic Pronouns Tonic, disjonctive or stressed pronouns in French play a key role in emphasizing subjects and making sentences more expressive. These pronouns [...]

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The French Pluperfect : The Plus-que-Parfait made easy

3 March 2025|French Grammar | 9 Min Read

The French Pluperfect : The Plus-que-Parfait Made Easy Understanding the French pluperfect, or plus-que-parfait, can enhance your grasp of past actions in the language. This verb tense is essential for expressing [...]

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A Complete Guide to Understanding Impersonal Verbs in French

8 December 2024|French Grammar | 8 Min Read

A Complete Guide to Understanding Impersonal Verbs in French Impersonal verbs and expressions play a vital role in French grammar, allowing you to express general ideas and statements. These verbs, [...]

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Mieux or Meilleur : How to choose the correct one?

25 November 2024|French Grammar | 7 Min Read

Mieux ou Meilleur: How to choose the correct one? When you compare "mieux" and "meilleur," it can be easy to get confused. Both words mean "better" in English, but they [...]

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Use “Si” to express conditions and hypothesis in French

5 November 2024|French Grammar | 10 Min Read

Use 'si' to express conditions and hypothesis in French Using "si" in French can seem tricky at first, but it's a powerful tool for expressing conditions and hypothesis. You can [...]

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