Word lists for learning French

Themed word sets for learning French, curated by Fluera: pick a list and practice it level by level.

Passport control and customs

20 words · Travel

Words for passport control and customs: passport, visa and stamp, border and customs, control and security, gate, arrival and departure, luggage and suitcase, w

City transport and directions

40 words · Travel

Words for getting around a city: public transport, routes, tickets, stops, the subway, taxis, car rental and directions. Use this list to ask the way, understan

Job interview

41 words · Work

Words and phrases for the job search and interview: vacancies, applications, CVs, cover letters, experience, skills, strengths, salary and conditions. Use this

Time, dates and appointments

34 words · Everyday

Words for time, dates and appointments: hours and minutes, morning, noon, evening and night, today, tomorrow and yesterday, days of the week, calendar, schedule

Environment and climate

25 words · Exams · Everyday

Words for the environment and climate: nature, the planet, air, water and the ocean, forest and trees, climate and global warming, pollution and plastic, energy

Shopping and clothing

42 words · Everyday

Words for shopping, stores and clothing: prices, sizes, fitting rooms, discounts, receipts, payment, exchanges, returns, shoes and basic wardrobe items. Use thi

Pets and pet care

18 words · Everyday · Hobby

Words for pets and pet care: pet, dog and cat, puppy and kitten, animal, feed and bowl, food and water, leash and collar, walk, vet, fur, cage, groom, sick. Use

Camping and the outdoors

18 words · Travel · Hobby

Words for camping and the outdoors: tent and sleeping bag, campfire and backpack, torch and compass, trail and forest, mountain and hill, river and lake, walk a

Describing a place

18 words · Exams · Travel

Words to describe a place or city: city, town and village, neighborhood and suburb, building, street and park, landmark, quiet and noisy, lively and crowded, mo

Home repairs and problems

30 words · Everyday

Words for home repairs and problems: a leak, a blockage, broken appliances, tap and pipe, socket and light bulb, heating and radiator, calling a repairman. Use

Opinions and agreeing

23 words · Exams · Everyday

Words to give an opinion and agree: in my opinion, I think and believe, idea and reason, for example and because, agree and disagree, of course, probably and ab

Classroom and study

33 words · Exams · Everyday

Words for the classroom and study: school and university, lesson and subject, teacher and student, notebook, pen and board, homework and practice, exam, grade a

Home and furniture

34 words · Everyday

Words for home and furniture: rooms and layout, table, chair, bed and sofa, wardrobe and shelves, lamp, mirror, carpet and curtains, kitchen appliances. Use thi

Emergencies and accidents

24 words · Everyday · Travel

Words for emergencies and accidents: accident and danger, help and call, police, firefighter and fire, ambulance and rescue, first aid and injured, plus hospita

Parts of the body

25 words · Everyday

Words for parts of the body: head, face, hair, eyes, ears, nose and mouth, plus neck, shoulders, back, arms, fingers, stomach, legs, knees and feet. Use this li

Car rental and driving

19 words · Travel

Words for car rental and driving: rent a car, car and key, driving licence, seatbelt and steering wheel, fuel and parking, road and motorway, speed, brake, turn

Post office and parcels

20 words · Everyday

Words for the post office: the post office and postman, courier, letter, envelope and stamp, postcard, package and box, address, sender and recipient, plus deli

Holidays and celebrations

20 words · Everyday

Words for holidays and celebrations: birthday, party, guests and invitation, gift, card and congratulations, cake, candles, balloons and decorations, plus weddi

Customer service and complaints

18 words · Work · Everyday

Words for customer service and complaints: customer and customer service, complaint and complain, problem and faulty item, refund and replace, apologize, staff

Movies and TV series

21 words · Hobby · Everyday

Words for movies and TV series: film, series and episode, cinema and ticket, actor and director, role and scene, plot and character, comedy, drama and horror, s

Describing people

27 words · Everyday

Words for describing people's looks and character: tall and short, young and old, hair, eyes, beard and glasses, plus kind, friendly, shy, serious and clever. U

Emotions and feelings

26 words · Everyday

Words for emotions and feelings: joy and sadness, anger and calm, excitement, tiredness, boredom, pride and embarrassment, plus to cry, laugh and smile. Use thi

Weather and seasons

28 words · Everyday

Words for weather and seasons: sun, rain, snow, wind, storm and fog, warm and cold, forecast and temperature, spring, summer, autumn and winter. Use this list t

Bars and nightlife

21 words · Everyday · Hobby

Words for bars and nightlife: bar, pub and club, bartender and menu, order a drink, beer, wine and cocktail, bottle and glass, plus music, live music, dancing a