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Ask Alexa: April FAQ

Last month, we received many French questions for Alexa via social media. Our community members on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube were very curious. We did our best to answer as many questions as possible during the month.

Wednesday Live with Alexa Summary

To help you stay entertained and knowledgeable during the quarantine period, Alexa hosts a live Q&A on YouTube every Wednesday at 7PM GMT.

Do Language Apps Really Work?

Now more than ever, people want to learn new skills. At the top of the list is learning a new language. Many people are turning to their mobile devices to do just that.

Experience French Culture from the Comfort of your Home

Travel to and from France, and within the country, is pretty much nonexistent for the near future, as the country is on lockdown. For those of you who had plans to travel to France around this time, we know that it must have been devastating to cancel or postpone your trips.

Netflix Party with Alexa!

On Thursday 2nd April 2020, Alexa and fans watched a movie together!

French Books and Movies for Children and Teenagers

In English

With children and teenagers off schools indefinitely, parents everywhere are looking for ideas to keep them occupied. Two of the best sources of entertainment are of course books and movies.

Tips to avoid cabin fever during self-isolation

A lot is still unknown about the coronavirus right now, and many countries and cities are implementing lockdowns and many are taking it upon themselves to practise social distancing by self-isolating for a minimum of fourteen days.

Ten Famous French Food Specialities

Famous for its gastronomy and fashion, France is full of many traditional dishes that can not be found anywhere else.

CEFR French Levels Explained

In this blog, we take a look at the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) system of levels and how they apply to the Learn French With Alexa website.

How to start listening in French

In this blog we give you some tips and advice on how to improve your French through active and passive listening.