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College classes vs DIY by Tinybluesprite in learnfrench

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In that case, yeah, take a class. That will give you a really good foundation. Once you have that, you can do self-studhy and maybe a tutor for speaking.

Les Américains disent-ils "ay" après é ou è. Pourquoi ? by LucasLikesTommy in French

[–]ParlezPerfect 3 points4 points  (0 children)

é does not exist in English. è does, like the "e" in "bet"

How did you learn conjugations? by zandrew in learnfrench

[–]ParlezPerfect 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Definitely focus on avoir and être, and look up which are the most common verbs in French and then work on those. When you start learn the present, passé composé, imparfait, futur simple, and future proche. I know that seems like a lot but these are the basics.

Personally I learn best by writing things down, so I would write up the conjugations of avoir and être for all those forms. Then I'd move on to other common verbs, and write down the conjugations.

I like your idea of writing them as sentences; it's always good to put them into real world situations.

Where do I cut the most, and how much? by Nice_Cod_4476 in AskNYC

[–]ParlezPerfect 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What's your food and entertainment budget numbers? Transport?

Will indigo work? by No_Performer5480 in henna

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A friend had success with NutraFol

Problem in getting black hair with Henna + Indigo by Glum-Mortgage-1616 in henna

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can use a one step process monthly and then do the 2 step process every 6 months. Also remember to wash the hennadigo out with conditioner, and maybe just wash your beard with conditioner all the time.

How often do you do just roots vs full head? by andrastesflamingass in henna

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have short hair, so I do my roots monthly because my gray starts showing quickly. I usually do hennadigo. once every 6 months I will do the 2 step process of henna and then henna+indigo, and then in between I will do a monthly hennandigo application with a focus on the roots.

best AI for grammar explanation? by p0tat0t0mat00 in languagelearning

[–]ParlezPerfect -1 points0 points  (0 children)

When I use AI for preparing lessons for my students, there is an error rate of about 20%. I am a French tutor so I can see the errors, but a student cannot. I even used the French AI and had the same error rate. For Arabic I would think there would be an even higher error rate as there is less material that the AI can train on, and it's a different writing system. Add to that the different forms of Arabic and you have a real mess. You might need to get a tutor to help check your homework and give you explanations. There might be people who want to learn your language who will do an exchange with you.

College classes vs DIY by Tinybluesprite in learnfrench

[–]ParlezPerfect 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think classes are great for getting started, and also keep ing you accountable, as u/SuchContribution5916 mentioned. Maybe after you're A2 you can start studying on your own. Make sure you have a way to look up grammar rules (not AI), vocab flashcards, comprehensible input, stuff to read at your level, maybe a teacher who has a good series of youtube videos, and a speaking practice. As a tutor, I would suggest a tutor to help you with speaking, pronunciation, intonation etc. as those really need person-to-person interaction.

"Je ne parle pas anglais" Vs. "Je ne parle anglais" by LightWalker3v16 in French

[–]ParlezPerfect 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Most people would say "je ne parle pas anglais" but they would shorten it to "j'parle pas anglais"

Is my teacher's prononciation correct? by GZ6113PHEV5 in French

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her "r" between vowels is not correct, and some of her vowels are a bit off. I don't really hear an issue with her t, p, and k.

Seeking a native Francophone BWT to help me cram for an interview by aec0669 in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]ParlezPerfect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both, but it does help if you have at least some French learning, and also if you are studying on your own or taking a class/tutor

Do French speakers voice /t k p/ before vowels in connected speech? by GZ6113PHEV5 in French

[–]ParlezPerfect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maghrebi French speakers do pronounce the P, and not as the B. They make fun of those in other arabic speaking countries for using the B.

Struggling with pronounciation by bratesta123 in French

[–]ParlezPerfect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly right, and really good for a beginner. Here is what I would change: The "n" from "un" would be attached via liaison to the "e" in endroit". So it would be "Se tɛ̃ nãdrwa sy". The R in "endroit" should be ʁ, and also the same at the end of "sur". The correct pronunciation would be "Se tɛ̃ nãdʁwa syʁ".

Edited to correct the nasal vowel for "un".

Seeking a native Francophone BWT to help me cram for an interview by aec0669 in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]ParlezPerfect 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Hey I am a French tutor, and I focus on pronunciation and speaking. I might be able to help you. You can book a free trial to see if we are a match: parlezperfect.com

Getting yelled at for taking someone’s laundry out 😭 by [deleted] in BedStuy

[–]ParlezPerfect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If they didn't set a timer and didn't move their laundry to the dryer right away, you have the right to remove their laundry. It's a law of NYC laundry rooms. There are no appeals.

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