Do I pay once or is this a subscription?

This is a one off payment, this is not a subscription – unlike other online language courses. We operate a transparent business partnership – we are not interested in introducing you to the language as slowly as possible in order to retain you as a paying customer over a long period of time. Not only that, we guarantee you 10 years from the date of payment to access the course.

How does the money back guarantee work?

Try your language course out for 31 days with the option to return it. If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund you 100% of the purchase price. This is our promise to you – no strings attached.

How long can I use the course?

Your access will remain active for 10 years. This gives you more than plenty of time to learn the language. The vast majority of our customers only need three months to work through the course and speak the new language fluently.

Can I test the French course for free?

Of course! We offer you a free trial. You can test our online course for 48 hours and try it for yourself.

On which devices can I use the French course?

The online course works on Windows (11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP), Mac OS and Linux, on the iPhone and iPad as well as on Android smartphones and Android tablets.

Can I change my device at any time?

Yes, you can switch between your devices (smartphone, tablet and laptop) at any time. You simply just pick up where you left off!

Do I need to install anything?

No, the course can be used immediately without installation.

What reference level will I reach with this course?

When you complete the beginner's course in French, you will reach level A1 + A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): The beginner's language course will teach you the skills you need to communicate on a one to one level and in family situations. The basic vocabulary will give you the skills to understand well structured sentences and be able to communicate in writing using simple sentences. More information on the CEFR: Since 2001 there are Europe-wide standards to measure the level of language courses. These standards from the Common European Framework were established by the Council of Europe to clarify the language reference level for language skills across countries. Our language courses were developed according to these European standards.

What is included in this language course?

The French course includes the online course, which you can use with any browser on your smartphone, tablet or computer. In addition, you get an audio trainer that you can listen to and repeat all French vocabulary while driving a car. The French Beginner's Course contains 1,300 vocabulary words, authentic texts and dialogues, a detailed grammar section, all delivered in an engaging and entertaining way. With the beginner's course you will reach level A2 of the European Reference Framework (CEFR).

How do I place my order?

Simply enter your name and e-mail address in the order form below. Next, pay by credit card, Paypal, direct debit or bank transfer. You will receive your access to the language course by e-mail and can start learning immediately.

Will I get an invoice with VAT included on it?

Yes, you will receive an invoice with VAT on it.

How does this course differ from other courses?

In contrast to other providers of online courses, we do not offer a subscription model. This means that we are not interested in tying you to us for as many months as possible to get your money. When you pay for the course you have guaranteed access to your online course for 10 years. (Of course during these 10 years every update is included in the price. So you always have access to our latest software). Furthermore, all vocabulary and texts have been recorded in French by professional speakers. In your language course you will hear the authentic spoken language unlike other courses on the market.

How do I study with the French course?

In the daily trainer, you first read and listen to the vocabulary. The daily training automatically adapts to your individual learning level. Repetition is done alternately by showing and revealing the translation or by multiple choice exercises. The program also provides exercises on sentence structure. A separate verb trainer shows you how to conjugate verbs and use tenses in French. In addition, French grammar is presented step by step. The grammar is integrated into the daily trainer. Exercises are also presented to help you memorise grammar rules quickly and easily.

Learn French with the long-term memory method, no subscription required (2026)

	17 Minute Languages	Other providers
Long-term memory method: words that stick
Daily trainer: your lesson is ready every day
Superlearning music: calm background music to help you focus
Audio trainer: learn without a screen
Sound quality of words and texts	Recorded in our studio by native speakers	Often computer-generated voices
Payment	One-off payment, no subscription	Often a monthly subscription

How to make steady progress in French:

Make steady progress in French with 17 Minute Languages

The daily trainer picks your exercises for you, matched to your level. It brings each word back for review at the right moment.

Learn over 1,300 French words and reach level A1/A2

With the beginner's course you learn over 1,300 words and reach level A1/A2.

With the complete package you learn 5,000 words and work your way up from A1 to C2.

The complete package also contains many more lessons and texts than the beginner's course, so you get much deeper into French.

In the daily trainer you first read, listen to and learn the new words.
You then review them in a set pattern: sometimes you reveal the translation, sometimes you pick it in a multiple-choice exercise.

Over the next few days, each new word comes back just before you would forget it. A word you get wrong goes back into the loop until you know it.
That is how you memorise the translation, the pronunciation and the spelling of each word.

Words alone do not make a language. So you also get texts and dialogues to read and listen to, matched to the words you have just learnt.
With the sentence construction trainer you practise putting complete sentences together.

The course also includes a verb trainer, so you can practise the French verb forms until you get them right.

The course carries on exactly where you left off – you don't have to look for the right lesson.
Whether you study for three minutes, 17 minutes or an hour a day is up to you.

There are also a few extras that keep you motivated:
For every word you learn, you earn points.
The longer you study on a given day, the more points each word earns you.
Study on several days in a row and your learning streak earns you an extra bonus.

After each session you can compare your score with other learners and exchange points for bonuses – a bit like a frequent flyer programme.
On days when you study for an especially long time, there is a small surprise at the end.
Learn a little longer than yesterday and you earn extra points – and more bonuses.

Each word is illustrated and was recorded in our studio by native speakers of French – no computer voice.

You are not learning on your own: in our learning community you can compare notes with other learners and find a learning partner.

The course runs online. Use it on your computer, smartphone or tablet and switch devices whenever you like. You have 10 years of access.
After your daily lesson you can start the audio trainer with today's new words and the ones you got wrong.
You hear each word in English and French and repeat it.
That helps the words stick.

The French course takes you from your first words to real conversations: a first simple exchange after about 3 hours, fluent after about 50 hours.
The words you learn come back until they stick.
Step by step you build whole sentences – and you start talking in French.

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French learning statistics, trends and diagrams

How long does it take on average to reach a certain level in French?

A0🕑 3.7 hours (Basic vocabulary – 300 words)

A1🕑 7.5 hours (Level A1 – 600 words)

A2🕑 16.4 hours (Level A2 – 1,300 words)

B1🕑 26.5 hours (Level B1 – 2,100 words)

B2🕑 37.5 hours (Level B2 – 3,000 words)

C1🕑 51.3 hours (Level C1 – 4,000 words)

C2🕑 62.5 hours (Level C1 – 5,000 words)

What are the personal reasons for learning French?

	Travelling	26.1 %
	Emigration	18.3 %
	Job and career	17.2 %
	School, studies or internship	12.1 %
	Improving memory	7.6 %
	Communicate with relatives	6.2 %
	International friendships	5.4 %
	Bilingual relationship	3.6 %
	Getting to know new cultures	2.9 %

How old are French learners?

Mobile (iOS, Android)

PC (Windows, Mac, Linux)

How long do users learn French every day?

	3 minutes:	6.8 %
	5 minutes:	7.2 %
	7 minutes:	3.3 %
	10 minutes:	12.7 %
	17 minutes:	48.8 %
	20 minutes:	7.2 %
	30 minutes:	3.7 %
	45 minutes:	1.4 %
	60 minutes:	5.6 %
	90 minutes:	1.3 %
	120 minutes:	1.5 %

How much faster do you learn French with Superlearning music?

This is how long it takes on average to learn French words in the daily trainer using the long-term memory learning method:

1,000 = 14.1 hours

♫ + 1,000 = 10.7 hours

2,000 = 28.3 hours

♫ + 2,000 = 21.5 hours

3,000 = 42.5 hours

♫ + 3,000 = 32.3 hours

Time saved with Superlearning: 23.9%

1,000 words without Superlearning = 14.1 hours
1,000 words with Superlearning = 10.7 hours
★ Saved: 3.4 hours

2,000 words without Superlearning = 28.3 hours
2,000 words with Superlearning = 21.5 hours
★ Saved: 6.8 hours

3,000 words without Superlearning = 42.5 hours
3,000 words with Superlearning = 32.3 hours
★ Saved: 10.2 hours

Which devices are used for learning?

	Windows PC:	39.1 %
	Android phone:	24.3 %
	iPhone:	13.5 %
	Mac:	9.2 %
	iPad:	8.2 %
	Android tablet:	3.0 %
	Linux PC:	2.6 %

Where do users learn French?

	At home	80.4 %
	On the go	2.3 %
	Both	17.1 %

Source of all learning statistics: French online language course, with data from 16,851 French learners.

If you have learned French with 17 Minute Languages, you will have these advantages:

Build your career!

You will increase your professional opportunities now that you can speak French more confidently.
You now have the skills to work in France whenever you wish.

Meet new people!

Every new language opens a door to a new world for you.
You will meet many new and interesting people!
Who knows: maybe the love of your life speaks French?
Are you in a bilingual relationship?
You can impress your partner by speaking French!

Unforgettable experiences!

Broaden your horizons as you travel to France.
If you can speak French, your trip will become an unforgettable experience:
You will have a deeper comprehension of the country and its people.

Make more of your free time!

You will be able to watch movies in French!
What a joy it is to be able to read a book in French!

Stay in great mental shape!

Scientific studies have shown:
Continued learning increases quality of life and life expectancy.
Train your brain!
Research indicates that learning languages can help delay dementia and Alzheimer's.

Free French trial version

Varied exercises that are fun and engaging:

Variety is key to learning.
To increase your motivation for daily learning, your language course offers varied and engaging learning methods, visualisations and bonuses.

This course will motivate you to learn every day and you will be speaking fluent French in no time.

learn French with a variety of daily tasks

New vocabulary is introduced to you in the course according to a carefully designed system.
You repeat these as often and as long as it takes to really master the vocabulary in your sleep.
The program is designed to grow as your knowledge grows.
New words will be introduced to you amidst repetitions in a range of daily activities.

varied learning methods for fluent French

A variety of learning approaches such as illustrated vocabulary, multiple-choice tasks, matching games, translation exercises and dictations ensure that learning is always fun.

points for all French vocabulary you have learned

You will receive points for all the vocabulary you have learned - and the longer you learn, the more points you earn.
Obviously, there's little purpose in accumulating points if they aren't redeemable for rewards.
That's why you can gradually exchange your collected points for valuable rewards.

We have implemented detailed statistics that will tell you exactly how extensive your knowledge is in French.
You can choose to compare your scores with other learners time and time again.

Verbs are at the heart of every language.
We've created a verb trainer just for you.
This training program will teach you frequently used verbs and all their tenses.

Typical everyday dialogues are narrated by professional native speakers and set to music to give you that authentic feel of real situations you are very likely to encounter.

Superlearning music, a favourite element, is included in all language courses to ensure a relaxed language learning experience.
(Of course you can also learn without this music.)

To perfect your relaxation, you also have the opportunity to do a guided meditation after each day of learning.
This means that each of your learning sessions ends in complete relaxation.

Get involved with our learning partner group:
You have the opportunity to find learning or tandem partners to study together and to support and motivate each other.

During the course we will introduce you to French grammar.
Step by step, the course introduces you to all the important rules of the language and gives you an understanding of the grammar with entertaining exercises.

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Learn French 32.9% faster with Superlearning music

Your learning will be accelerated by next-generation superlearning meditation music.
Expect to experience music that will significantly soothe you.

Within a very short time you will become very focused:
You will be completely calm, breathing slowly and deeply and be able to concentrate completely on the French vocabulary.

You will also be able to concentrate on the French course longer than without superlearning music, as you will be less distracted.

The superlearning music includes 'binaural beats' (a sound wave) known for their health benefits: increased memory, relaxation and reduced anxiety.

It's essential to use headphones to fully enjoy the advantages.

You can use the superlearning music any time!
You might like to try it when you're working or studying for exams.

And of course you can switch the superlearning music off at any time, if you would prefer to learn without music.

Adaptable dialogues and beneficial phrases

All words and dialogues have been recorded by a French native speaker.

From the very beginning, you will learn clear, accent-free pronunciation and correct emphasis.

The texts and phrases were developed through the cooperation of a linguist and a French native speaker.

In this course, you will learn how French is really spoken in France.

Content of texts and dialogues:

You will accompany the two main characters of the language course on their holidays and in their day-to-day lives at home in 42 different dialogues.
With their assistance, you'll face crucial circumstances that could take place on holiday or in your home life with your partner.
In the many dialogues provided, you will practice sentences that you can really use.
When you work with the dialogues provided in this course, you will improve your conversation skills day by day.

More information on the dialogue texts
- Our two main characters get to know each other during their vacation.
  They introduce themselves and tell each other where they come from.
  Surprisingly, they discover that they both come from the same country and, in fact, from the same city.
- They decide to do something together.
  As they are staying in the same hotel, they agree to have a meal together.
  You learn which words are needed at breakfast and how to read a menu at dinner.
- You can, of course, do a lot more on holiday together than just share a meal:
  A city tour and an enjoyable day downtown make for a wonderful holiday experience.
  If you happen to lose your way in the city, you can simply ask someone for directions.
  You can find time to relax in a little café with a nice cup of tea.
- Not an easy task:
  The two main characters buy train tickets in French.
- How should the trip continue?
  Good thing the weather forecast comes on the radio.
  It helps you to decide what to do next in your travel plans.
- You learn vocabulary that helps you to easily solve this situation:
  Reserve a hotel room and order breakfast for the next few days.
The two main characters can get together once in a while now that they are back from their vacation and at home once again.
- But before one can invite his travel friend to dinner, one has to refill the fridge at home.
  You accompany the main character to the supermarket and help find everything on the long shopping list.
- They get to know each other better on a weekend trip.
- An evening together at the movies:
  What a fantastic film.
- Accompany the two main characters downtown.
  Help make the right decision when buying new clothes.
- Both are invited to a friend's birthday party.
  They had to stop on the way to the party:
  There is an accident...
- A visit to the gym keeps you healthy.
  But which of the many training methods would you like to choose?
  The decision is difficult...
In this language course, you will find many fantastic, fun and interesting dialogues.
You learn how to build simple and clear sentences in the foreign language.

All of the text was recorded for you by a native speaker.
From the beginning, you learn an authentically and currently spoken language.
You will get a very good feel for the sound and pronunciation of the foreign language through this course's recordings.

The dialogue texts can be read, printed out or listened to with a click of the mouse in English or in French.

In addition, we offer you multiple learning possibilities along with the texts:
- You learn with exciting fill-in-the-blanks exercises:
  With these tests, you can expand your vocabulary and practice your grammar.
- All texts are spoken by a native speaker.
  You can hear, read and repeat aloud all of the course's texts and vocabulary.
- You learn how to write correctly:
  You can also use the course's dialogues as dictation.
  With this language course you will learn to write French error-free.
- Would you prefer to learn without a computer?
  You can print out all of this language course's texts.
- All 42 texts have been recorded by a French native speaker.
  You can listen to and repeat each line of text as often as you'd like.
  This is how you learn clear and accent-free pronunciation from the very beginning.

On holiday

En vacances

Pierre is on holiday. He meets Sophie.

Pierre est en vacances. Il rencontre Sophie.

Hello, my name’s Pierre.

Bonjour ! Je m'appelle Pierre.

I am twenty-six.

J'ai vingt-six ans.

Nice to meet you. My name is Sophie.

Enchantée. Je m'appelle Sophie.

Where do you come from?

D'où viens-tu ?

From France. I was born in Paris.

De France. Je suis né à Paris.

At a café

Dans un café

Pierre is hungry and thirsty.

Pierre est affamé et assoiffé.

He goes to a café and sits down at a free table.

Il va dans un café et s'assoit à une table libre.

The waitress comes over to him.

La serveuse vient vers lui.

What would you like to drink?

Que souhaitez-vous boire ?

A cup of black tea and a glass of water, please.

Un thé noir et un verre d'eau, s'il vous plaît.

Would you also like something to eat?

Souhaitez-vous aussi manger quelque-chose ?

Pierre‘s flat

L'appartement de Pierre

Pierre and Sophie are talking about Pierre‘s apartment.

Pierre et Sophie parlent de l'appartement de Pierre.

I like the way you‘ve furnished the rooms.

C'est sympa la manière dont tu as aménagé ta chambre.

Everything looks bright with these big windows.

À travers la fenêtre, tout à l'air clair.

Thanks. I‘m very pleased I found this flat.

Merci. Je suis très content d'avoir trouvé cet appartement.

It wasn't easy at all.

Ce n'était pas si simple.

I would also prefer to live in a flat on my own.

Je préférerais aussi vivre seule dans un appartement.

The letter

La lettre

Pierre writes a letter to his brother.

Pierre écrit une lettre à son frère.

Dear brother,

Cher frère,

How are you? I haven't seen you in a long time.

Comment vas-tu ? Cela fait longtemps que je ne t'ai pas vu.

I hope grandpa is okay. Is he healthy again?

J'espère que grand-père va bien. Est-il de nouveau en bonne santé ?

I have some good news for you. I‘ve met a girl.

J'ai de super nouvelles pour toi. J'ai rencontré une fille.

Her name is Sophie and she's from Lyon.

Elle s'appelle Sophie et vient de Lyon.

Renting a car

Louer une voiture

Pierre has invited Sophie. He wants to take her along to his parents.

Pierre a invité Sophie. Il voudrait qu'elle vienne avec lui chez ses parents.

They rent a car in order to drive there.

Ils louent une voiture pour se rendre là-bas.

Pierre dials the number of the car rental company.

Pierre fait le numéro du loueur de voitures:

Hello. I'd like to rent a car for two weeks from next Saturday.

Bonjour. Je voudrais louer une voiture pour deux semaines à partir de samedi prochain.

Do you still have a car available for this time?

Avez-vous une voiture de libre pour cette période ?

You're in luck. For that period there are still two cars available.

Vous avez de la chance. Il y a encore deux voitures de libres pour cette période.

The verb trainer methodically takes you through all verbs and their respective conjugations

At the heart of every language are the verbs.
You will begin with the most frequently used verbs and all their conjugated forms.
When you recognise and form verbs correctly, you have already learned the most important part of grammar and can now form meaningful sentences.

With the verb trainer, you will learn how to conjugate the most frequently used verbs, how to use the verbs in constructing sentences and apply the tenses correctly in French.

When you master this you have already learned the essentials of French grammar.
You will understand sentences and confidently have your first conversations in French.

The verb trainer will systematically teach you all important verbs in all tenses within the first few days.
The playful exercises build on each other making it very easy for you to follow.

See how verbs are formed in French here:

to have	avoir
I have	j'ai
you have	tu as
he has	il a
we have	nous avons
you have	vous avez
they have	ils ont

to be	être
I am	je suis
you are	tu es
he is	il est
we are	nous sommes
you are	vous êtes
they are	ils sont

to go	aller
I go	je vais
you go	tu vas
he goes	il va
we go	nous allons
you go	vous allez
they go	ils vont

can	pouvoir
I can	je peux
you can	tu peux
he can	il peut
we can	nous pouvons
you can	vous pouvez
they can	ils peuvent
you can (formal)	vous pouvez (formule de politesse

to do	faire
I do	je fais
you do	tu fais
he does	il fait
we do	nous faisons
you do	vous faites
they do	ils font

I have had	j'ai eu
you have had	tu as eu
he has had	il a eu
we have had	nous avons eu
you have had	vous avez eu
they have had	ils ont eu

I have been	j'ai été
you have been	tu as été
he has been	il a été
we have been	nous avons été
you have been	vous avez été
they have been	ils ont été

I have gone	je suis allé
you have gone	tu es allé
he has gone	il est allé
we have gone	nous sommes allés
you have gone	vous êtes allés
they have gone	ils sont allés

I have done	j'ai fait
you have done	tu as fait
he has done	il a fait
we have done	nous avons fait
you have done	vous avez fait
they have done	ils ont fait

I will have	j'aurai
you will have	tu auras
he will have	il aura
we will have	nous aurons
you will have	vous aurez
they will have	ils auront

I will be	je serai
you will be	tu seras
he will be	il sera
we will be	nous serons
you will be	vous serez
they will be	ils seront

I will go	j'irai
you will go	tu iras
he will go	il ira
we will go	nous irons
you will go	vous irez
they will go	ils iront

I will do	je ferai
you will do	tu feras
he will do	il fera
we will do	nous ferons
you will do	vous ferez
they will do	ils feront

Is there ... ?	Y a-t-il...?
May I ... ?	Puis-je...?
I need ...	J'ai besoin de ...
Where is ... ?	Où est...?
What is ... ?	Qu'est-ce que...?
How much is ... ?	Combien coûte...?
I would like to have ...	J'aimerais...
Can you ... ?	Peux-tu...?
Can you (formal) ... ?	Pouvez-vous...? (forme de politesse)

Bonus: Additional Audio-Trainer

As an extra to the French learning software you get the French audio trainer.

The audio trainer teaches you in blocks of 5 minutes, which you can play manually or via autoplay function – ideal if you don't have a free hand.
You will be able to consolidate what you have learned and learn new words.

You can listen to the French audio trainer on your mobile phone or run it on your PC.

To help you remember the words even better, we have added the superlearning music to the background of each track.

With the audio trainer you learn French just by listening, almost without noticing, for example:

	...when doing physical activity or riding a bike
	...while driving
	...while sitting comfortably on the sofa at home
	...on the train or bus
	...in between breaks or waiting periods

Audio trainer example 1

Audio trainer example 2

What do our clients say
... regarding the learning methods of the language courses

"It speaks the words so I can hear pronunciation instead of just guessing how written words might sound.
I also like the multitude of ways the words are presented: written words, pictures, fill in the blank sentences, spoken dialogue, etc.
This allowed me to speak more authentically and to learn the words more thoroughly.
This is the best program I have used."
(Ashley Crust)

"It is a more fun approach than other courses.
I like the repetition rhythm of words I do not know. I need a visual approach to support aural learning."
(Andrea Matrosovs)

"I am very content with your language course and I really enjoy learning with it. I like the well-structured way of the course and the wide-ranging possibilities which make learning so much easier and varying as well. Besides I think it's great you can choose to listen to the language as often as you want to as well as being able to print the vocabulary on flashcards. In any case I would love to thank the experts who developed the course very much! It's fun to learn a new language with this course!"
(Gillian Smith)

"This is my first exercise program for PC ever - especially the offered possibilities of long-term memory training as well as the literacy test which are very helpful for me are fascinating to me."
(Tom Livingston)

"The varied learning possibilities are gorgeous! They have something in store for everyone.
Especially being able to print flashcards has been new to me and I think it's brilliant! They are really easy to print and front and back are fitting on top of each other! The everyday situations make learning much easier since sentences out of everyday life are a great motivation learning a language. Learning varies at all times because there are so many different ways teaching myself the language."
(Kelly Roberts)

What our clients say
... about the long term memory learning method

"I've been mostly impressed by the long-term method for learning new vocabulary, since I didn't expect to know the vocabulary after a pretty long break. The explanation of the psychological backgrounds and the systematics of the memory performance respectively makes the learning methods much more comprehensible."
(Scott Wilkinson)

"The long-term memory learning method for keeping vocabulary in long-term memory is, in my opinion, particularly efficient. Thereby you are developing ambition which keeps you going. Also the pages which hide the vocab are tremendously good to get a quick overview and are very suitable to repeat in fast track. I find the displaying of the last seven wrong inputs in the long-term memory learning method very supportive."
(Frank Collins)

"I really really like the vocabulary training method. Here, I'm especially using the long-term memory learning method. I mostly prefer multiple choice and input. This method makes me build up on my vocabulary knowledge quickly. I'm able to connect proper spelling as well as the right pronunciation by the audio output. To get a quick learning success this is essential to me.
The distinct lessons are prepared well and are really easy to access. Here it's especially useful having the possibility playing the particular sequences."
(Lauren Grey)

"I was especially amazed by learning with the long-term method. The recordings of the entire vocabulary and dialogues sound very natural and realistic since they were all spoken by native speakers. Putting it in a nutshell, it's a well-made language course."
(Marcus Großkautz)

"I've been using this language course for 4 months intensively. I think it's really convenient having the possibility to repeat the vocabulary regularly with the long-term memory learning method. I really enjoy this program for it keeps asking until the correlate word is typed in correctly. Moreover the digital speech of the respective vocabulary is also great."
(Gautam Kumars)

"I'd learned this language already basically before but I could hardly remember anything about my basics, nevertheless I was able to reaccess the language. For this I'm sure the clear and logical structure of the language course is crucial and also the opportunity to operate within the program in so many different ways."
(Jean-Baptiste Novak)

"Every day before I go to sleep I'm practising my vocabulary with the long-term memory learning method. By purchasing your software I've made a good decision since it's fun learning and gives me a sense of achievement most of the time. As far as I'm concerned this course enhanced my linguistic knowledge because its design is varying. Another great advantage is the course being suitable for all kinds of operating systems. This is what I really like about it since I'm a Linux user and therefore limited concerning software."
(Chris Worthingham)

"I really do like learning using the long term memory learning method. Using the PC is much simpler than writing manually. Moreover using the PC is much more efficient since you cannot cheat yourself - The system is correcting every single mistake also including emphasis which are also registered. Storing the different levels makes repeating the vocabulary and the texts based on the flashcard principle possible and thereby more effective. Learning foreign languages has become a hobby to me - for me, personally, it is not only learning by heart but a leisure pursuit."
(Emily Snyder)

"I liked the logical structure of my language course. The dialogues are easy to follow and very comprehensible. The further possibilities which can be chosen to learn vocabulary by different styles and ways both verbally and written are very well-suited for keeping them in the long-term memory. Even after several months they are still available. My basic understanding of languages has been broadened by this course."
(Anthony Hockner)

"It's very beneficial being able to organize your individual schedule and also being able to print out the entire course. The variety of the teaching materials is also great.
When it comes to learning vocabulary by using the long term memory learning method you only decide once how long you would like to learn per day. Once you've decided on how long you want to learn a day, this will be happening automatically afterwards. So, once you get started you will pull through.
This is also very helpful when having a hard time with motivation. Being able to decide on your own how long you want to learn makes this course "feasible"."
(Henry Smalls)

"The long term memory learning method makes sure the learned language remains "available". In comparison to other language courses the vocabulary is spoken and recorded by native speakers thus it's possible to speak virtually accent-free. The vocabulary being taught makes you capable to communicate with native speakers easily. People who struggle to organize themselves when it comes to learning a language are given the opportunity to work on daily exercises. What has made me choose your course is being able to determine by yourself how much and when you want to learn. The course provides a great variety of different learning aids. They really have something in store for everyone."
(Joseph Holmes)

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"The daily exercises are the greatest thing about this learning software. In this way I'm able to learn in a structured way. Thereby, I can learn both the vocabulary training and text exercises quickly and continuously. Moreover I'm convinced by the different methods of vocabulary training and different learning methods. Above all the text input and the automatic testing of your knowledge gives me a quick and really good result."
(Chris Osborne)

"I enjoy the daily exercise program because it's easy to work on and it's varying. Mostly I use the long term memory learning method and the quick repetition. This course allows me to continue my studies on a daily basis and I feel really really motivated to learn another language."
(Jason Big)

"I like the interval repetition, the division in levels and the monitor how much time is left to achieve a level, I like the reward system, when it is possible to get other courses in other languages, I like the meditation music."

"I find the daily exercises very encouraging. Having the possibility to exchange information with others and also motivate each other online helps me stay motivated. In general the program is designed logically and very comprehensible. "
(Mason Spooner)

"I am given the possibility to determine the learning rate myself. The daily exercises are giving me the pressure necessary I need to do them.
Apparently different brain areas are getting activated by different learning methods of the program. In my own case, the learning success seems to be lasting."
(Craig Miller)

"The daily exercises are encouraging me to really stay focused even though there are no new words added. Regardless of whether working on quick repetition or text input: The recorded vocabulary combined with the written word itself is perfect for me."
(Sabine Schwarz)

"The daily exercises learning method seems very effective. It gives you a well-structured schedule that guides you through the program.
And if there is time left you could additionally use further training methods."
(Gunther Rummel)

"I especially enjoy the daily exercises since they really enhance the quality of learning new languages. I'll try learning a new language every year. I also like being constantly encouraged by the program and getting learning tips. Without the learning tips it would definitely take me longer to learn a language and also the feeling of success wouldn't be as huge (as it is now)."
(Claudia Sawitsch)

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... in regard to structure and content of the programme

"This course has broadened my vocabulary knowledge tremendously.
For me personally, listening to texts and thereby improving my own pronunciation was particularly helpful. Of course this is really motivating, helpful and is giving me a feeling of getting more and more confident when communicating with native speakers. The method by which you acquire vocabulary is excellent - at the same time it's a fantastic exercise to train my brain."
(Bill Green)

"I appreciate the course's systematic regarding the structure, the clarity regarding the titles you can click on.
I also like being able to print out whatever I like and having the correcting aid at my disposal. It's very beneficial having the opportunity to listen to the appropriate vocabulary. This course is definitely meeting my expectations!"

"I like being drilled - and measured against A1/A2 proficiency. I also like the dialogs. I go back over them again and again. (Occasionally the dialog translations are not real accurate but they do give the meaning.) After reading dialogs, I will also type them into my own document, give me a good practice writing. I also like the dictation."
(Ira Lund)

"I like the learning units being split in small very achievable units. The vocabulary being taught is very applicable especially for beginners - that's what I really like since I want to learn this language only on a "vacation" kind of level. Additionally I want to point out the learning monitoring and the opportunity given to print out the vocabulary which makes learning a lot easier for me."
(Mark Curtis)

"I'm very pleased with this course and it helps a lot with my studies. This course is especially helpful when it comes to learning vocabulary and a proper pronunciation. I'm pretty sure I would have given up learning this language if it wasn't for this course. I like the lessons being short and therefore clear. Also the flashcards which can be printed out are great for taking with you and learn whenever I feel like studying."
(Holly Wilkinson)

"The lessons are very versatile. This program also provides the possibility to print out cards which I think is very crucial. Since we're getting ready to move these lessons are great to get prepared.
This course is great!"
(Tess Carlson)

"I'm really motivated by the short and not too challenging lessons. They encourage me to hang in there because they are easy to process by the self-learning principle. I really like the versatile testing options. Each term or sentence can be repeated - this way the pronunciation can be memorized much better."
(Christen Nixon)

"The listening examples are suitable for the daily use and are worth learning.
Within a short period of time I acquired essential vocabulary which encouraged me to keep going.
In addition the recording is realistic, comprehensible and I as a student was given the chance to get an impression what feeling for language means."
(Chester Fields)

"I was positively surprised by the many lessons. The lessons aren't stuffed full and contain an appropriate amount of vocabulary. The dialogue texts are well-chosen and the basic vocabulary is extensive.
The flash cards which can be printed are a good learning method - it really worked out for me."
(Nicki Chestnut)

What our clients say
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"What I like most about the course is the long term memory learning method. This way it's possible to learn vocabularies which you consider to be essential. Moreover I was surprised by the price... I think it is a very fair price! Kudos to you!"
(Sebastian White)

"I don't think there's a better program to learn vocabulary fast and effectively."
(Emma Cooper)

"I've tried bunches of language courses and this one is the best so far! The price-performance ratio is absolutely justifiable. The course's navigation is easy to handle whereas the course is both visually and acoustically orientated. This way learning is easy and progress can be seen very soon. This course is highly recommendable - especially for beginners."
(Daniel Robinson)

"I would like to thank you for the excellent price/performance ratio. "
(George Murphy)

	Recommended learning time: 17 minutes a day. Any time, anywhere, on any device. For travelling, to emigrate and for school, studies or internships.
	The long-term memory method brings each French word back just before you would forget it – after 2, 4, 8 and 16 days. If you still know it, it stays. If not, it goes back into the loop.
	Superlearning music: calm background music that helps you relax and focus. With it, you learn 23.9% faster. You can switch it off at any time.
	You don't need a study plan: Every day the course puts the right exercises in front of you. You open it, do your 17 minutes, and your French improves a little every day.
	Dialogues, multiple-choice exercises, the verb trainer and the sentence construction trainer: the variety keeps your daily French lesson fresh. That makes it easier to come back tomorrow.

	Practice French in the morning on the train using your iPhone or Android smartphone.
	You can pick up where you left off during your lunch break on your laptop, using Windows, Linux or on a Mac.
	In the evenings, you can kick back in your favourite spot and learn while you relax, whether it's on your iPad, Windows or Android tablet.

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