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Caroline Jestaz
Experienced online language teacher & Novelist


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Five typical mistakes when using French
And most have nothing to do with French itself!
Apr 5


Five tips to resume learning a language
The process of getting started again does not have to be painful!
Apr 1


Embracing the unpredictable
Not everything in language learning can be planned and that is the whole point.
Mar 14


5 Tips to start learning languages
Preparation, as with most things in life, is key in order to learn a language.
Mar 7


I use a language app every day, I make progress, so why can’t I speak?
Language apps are everywhere, most of them free and easy to use. But they don't do the job well.
Feb 16


Speaking French like Jodie Foster
Actors are not the only one using languages for work!
Jan 10


How do you wish 'Happy New Year!' in French ?
There are a couple of options...
Jan 4


How do I know when a French word is masculine or feminine?
Is there a foolproof way to know the gender of nouns in French and is it that important?
Nov 17, 2025


Can AI help you learn a foreign language?
The answer is not as clearcut as you might think.
Nov 2, 2025


Five reasons to learn a language for work
Learning a foreign language can a be a career move
Aug 26, 2025


New language = new personality?
Does our personality change according to the language we speak and should it?
Aug 18, 2025


How many words do I need to know to speak a foreign language?
Learning how to use vocabulary is more important thant simply knowing it.
Aug 7, 2025


Speaking a language does not have to be scary
How you choose to learn and use a language is entirely up to you.
Jun 3, 2025


Achieving life goals in French
Mastering French can help your life or start a new one.
May 12, 2025


Achieving work goals in French
Mastering French can help you further your career or business plans.
Apr 28, 2025


The most satisfying thing about language teaching
It's probably not what you think it is...
Apr 21, 2025


French as a unique selling point
Yes, English is the language of business, but native speakers do appreciate when you make the effort to speak their own language.
Apr 14, 2025


Chocolate as a teaching tool
When it comes to teaching languages, anything can become useful context.
Apr 7, 2025


Sink or swim?
Is it a good idea to throw students in at the deep end?
Mar 31, 2025


Another student feedback
Posting the above image means leaving my comfort zone and fighting the inner voice telling me that I'm bragging. The fact is, I care...
Mar 17, 2025

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