🇫🇷 1 minute in slow French (French podcast for beginners)
Published by Victoria Vernhes
Education
Language Learning
Welcome to 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French, podcast for beginner French learners (A1–A2) who want to understand spoken French and gain confidence. Each episode features a short story in slow, clear French, perfect for: • learning basic French vocabulary • understanding spoken French for beginners • practicing French listening comprehension • learning useful everyday French expressions This podcast is ideal if you’re learning French for travel or daily life, or if you want short, effective French practice. Created and hosted by Victoria Vernhes, a certified French teacher, 1 Minute in Slow French helps you learn real French, Got questions about the podcast or want to share your opinion ? Drop me a line at slowfrenchpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, I tell you about a French sailor who passed away yesterday. 🇫🇷 Take Action: Practice This Episode! Ready to turn what you just heard into real French skills? Join our Beginner’s French Practice Platform ! Every new episode now comes with 2–3 written exercises and 1–2 oral exercises designed specifically for beginners to build vocabulary and speaking confidence. Best of all? I personally review and correct every single exercise you submit. Work at your own pace for just 15€/month . Stop just listening and start speaking. Details : https://tally.so/r/aQlBDv Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russian), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/rjqlVN 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginner French learners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
In this episode, I talk about food , what I like, what I don't like, and my favourite dish. Learn some vocabulary for talking about food and eating habits in French. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russian), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11f-Ea3VlFuU2XY3tq9lcqtCKIGOLY4FBaGS_dvJQnnw/edit?usp=sharing 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginner French learners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
In this episode, I'm talking about the beach because it's been very hot in France this week! You will learn useful vocabulary for the summer and for talking about going to the beach. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russian), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L32QQKAbMtEGab_Fvw9TB2NEAAfOplOGFyXH510MQrM/edit?usp=sharing 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginner French learners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
In this episode, I tell you what's in my bag. You will learn everyday vocabulary and how to say what you have and what you don't have in French. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Sfm13PG795i2dcuGEYKx4LcC1sDnxwGokk-8cCLSW5M/edit?usp=sharing 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginner French learners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
In this episode, I talk about 4 public holidays in May in France and how French people take time to enjoy life. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B9MG6rVINgbkoeE93PQICRv9QGf_jf3NBsTmsA2mywE/edit?tab=t.0 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginner French learners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
In this episode, I talk about my holidays, the first time since summer! This is a great episode for beginners. You'll practise: 🔹 Everyday vocabulary. 🔹 The imparfait, how to talk about past habits ("I used to…") 🔹 Natural, conversational French spoken slowly and clearly Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/KYPl8z Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language.
Let's play a game in French. Listen to the questions and my answers and write yours in the comments. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/zxJ2g0 Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
Today we are learning to speak about your home. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/WOPQpR Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ Participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small group of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
Today we are speaking about strikes in France. Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ or participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small groupe of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally and enjoyably . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
Learn useuful vocabulary to speak about your job. Book a lesson with me to practice or improve your French https://enfrancaisav.com/book-a-lesson/ or participate in a monthly Alelier Jeux (Play and Speak French Club for beginners) t o practice your French in a small groupe of learners https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/dWA7Gz 🇫🇷 1 Minute in Slow French is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally and enjoyably . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
Let's play and practice French ensemble. Atelier Jeux (French Game Club) is a great way to practice your French in a small, relaxed group while playing an easy board game. 60 minutes (on Zoom) to speak French without pressure and with 2 other participants of the same level (beginners: A1, A2). You will have fun and see that you can already speak French and express your ideas. March sessions: Thursday, March 12, 6pm Paris time - Tuesday, March 24, 5.30pm Paris time - Friday, March 27, 5pm Paris time More details : https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ To enroll : https://tally.so/r/3x50zd _________________________⬇️ Download your free transcripttion, translation (English, Russia), and notes (grammar, vocabulary, culture) PDF to practice along with each story and make progress in French: https://tally.so/r/9q1EgE _________________________ Welcome to 1 Minute in Slow French ! 🇫🇷 This podcast is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally and enjoyably . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. Every episode helps you immerse yourself in French in just a few minutes a day. 1 Minute in Slow French makes learning fun, easy, and practical. Boost your French skills, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy the language every day! ____________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
New episode to talk about grocery shopping. Download your free Notes PDF with the transcription of the story, the translation (into English and Russian) and explanations of pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary https://tally.so/r/XxeGNg ____________ Welcome to 1 Minute in Slow French ! 🇫🇷 This podcast is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally and enjoyably . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. Every episode helps you immerse yourself in French in just a few minutes a day. 1 Minute in Slow French makes learning fun, easy, and practical. Boost your French skills, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy the language every day! ____________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://enfrancaisav.com/atelier-jeux/ Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
New episode to talk about the Olympics in slow French. Download your free Notes PDF with the transcription of the story, the translation (into English and Russian) and explanations of pronunciation and vocabulary https://tally.so/r/81QY1Y ____________ Welcome to 1 Minute in Slow French ! 🇫🇷 This podcast is designed for beginners who want to learn French naturally and enjoyably . Each episode tells a short story in slow, clear French , with vocabulary explanations for tricky words and phrases. It’s perfect for beginner learners who want to improve listening comprehension , practice everyday French , and discover real-life expressions that don’t always appear in textbooks. Every episode helps you immerse yourself in French in just a few minutes a day. 1 Minute in Slow French makes learning fun, easy, and practical. Boost your French skills, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy the language every day! ____________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 and mini-group lessons https://shorturl.at/inEdE Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av
Boulangerie is a very special place for French people. We can't live without it. Please, help me improve the pocast and make it more useful for you. I prepared several questions that you can answer here : https://tally.so/r/wdy9qd You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/5BxREN ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 and mini-group lessons https://shorturl.at/inEdE Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
This week I'm speaking about a famous French actress, Camille Cottin. Don't heistate to write your answers to my questions in the comments. You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/J9zdX7 ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I lhelp beginner learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 and mini-group lessons https://shorturl.at/inEdE Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
Welcome to the new epsiode where I tell you about things I like or I don't like. In slow French as usual. I'm curious to know what are yours. Don't heistate to write your answers to my questions in the comments. Want to go further with your French and start speaking it with more confidence ? Join my new-mini group classes starting February 23rd. 2 people, personnalised lessons, lots of practice to help you speak French without stress. Find all the details here: https://enfrancaisav.com/mini-group-classes You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/VLzVZa ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I love helping learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
Today I take you to a short walk in Bordeaux. Want to go further with your French and start speaking it with more confidence ? Join my new-mini group classes starting January 26th. 2 people, personnalised lessons, lots of practice to help you speak French without stress. Find all the details here: https://enfrancaisav.com/mini-group-classes You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/zxMbxk ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I love helping learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
Happy New Year ! The first epiode of this year is about French tradition of eating "la galette de rois". Want to go further with your French and start speaking it with more confidence ? Join my new-mini group classes starting January 26th. 2 people, personnalised lessons, lots of practice to help you speak French without stress. Find all the details here: https://enfrancaisav.com/mini-group-classes You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/NpljJl ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I love helping learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. Check out my monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
2025 is almost over, let's look back to see what happened. I use natural, everyday French in the episode, but I speak slowly, so that you can understand the most of it. I also translate difficult expresisons into English. You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/81a1pl ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I love helping learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. If you want to take your learning further, check out my conversational French courses here: https://enfrancaisav.com/ Participate in a monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
It's december, holiday season! Listen to the episode to learn what I enojoy doing this month. I use natural, everyday French in the episode, but I speak slowly, so that you can understand the most of it. I also translate difficult expresisons into English. At the end of the episode, I ask you 2 questions to check your understanding. You can find the full transcript, translation, and detailed notes on grammar and vocabulary in this free document: https://tally.so/r/XxLyp4 ________ I’m Victoria Vernhes , a certified, trilingual French teacher for beginners. I love helping learners speak French with confidence and enjoy the culture behind the language. If you want to take your learning further, check out my conversational French courses here: https://enfrancaisav.com/ Participate in a monthly Atelier Jeux to practice your French with a fun game in French https://www.instagram.com/p/DOxlk7vDBgl/?img_index=1 Follow me on Instagram for more tips and mini French lessons: https://www.instagram.com/en_francais_av/
