Words seem to disappear.
You know “je ne sais pas”, then hear “j’sais pas” or “chais pas”. Contractions and linking sounds make familiar French harder to recognise.
A clear path to better listening
20/80 GUIDED FRENCH LISTENING PACK
Understand everyday French as native speakers actually speak it.
Train your ear to recognise words you already know—even when sounds change, words run together and syllables disappear. Learn to connect written French with what you actually hear, so everyday conversations become easier to follow.
Your guided listening practice:
- Recognise familiar words: hear how sounds change, words run together and syllables disappear in natural speech.
- Catch the details that matter: complete listening missions at the market, in a restaurant, with neighbours, on the phone and in a shop.
- Check your understanding: use precise answer keys with accepted answers and the dialogue lines that explain them.
- See your progress: track details understood, replays and help used; revisit specific listening tasks after one week and one month.
Includes the practical guide, 32 audio tracks, 4 training videos, 2 quizzes and a fillable listening progress tracker.
€119 · One-time payment
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When written French is easier than listening
“I can read French, but I struggle to understand native speakers.”
You recognise the words on the page. But when French speakers talk naturally, those same words can sound completely different.
You catch words, but miss details.
You understand the topic, yet lose the quantity, time or purpose of the conversation. A focused listening mission gives you specific details to listen for.
You are unsure what to replay.
Listening again is more useful when you know what you missed. The answer key points you to the dialogue line to check and the exchange to revisit.
The 20/80 listening approach
Listen, notice, repeat—and listen again.
Listen to a short phrase, check it against the transcript, then repeat it aloud while imitating the sounds you hear. Notice where sounds change, words link together and syllables disappear. Listen again without the text to practise recognising those familiar words by ear.
Find out what you hear.
Listen to the conversation with the transcript closed. Answer the mission questions and note how many times you listened.
Know what you understood.
Compare your answers with the expected meaning, accepted wording and exact French lines. Identify the details you caught and those you missed.
Connect the words with the sounds.
Replay the difficult exchange with the transcript. Repeat a short phrase aloud, paying attention to the sounds and rhythm. Then close the text and listen again. Answer the mission question and compare what you understood.
Progress means more than a score: compare the details you understood, the number of listens and the help you needed.
A look inside · The market mission
A concrete question. A clear way to check.
Each mission asks you to listen for useful information. The correction shows where the answer comes from.
Your market mission
- What product is bought?
- What quantity is requested?
- What price is mentioned — per kilo or in total?
Write your answers before opening the transcript or correction.
Example: the quantity
Expected answer: two kilos of tomatoes.
Accepted wording: “2 kg”, “two kilos” or “deux kilos”.
“J’vais en prendre deux kilos, s’il vous plaît.”This is the line that justifies the answer. If you missed the quantity, replay this exchange, then close the transcript and answer again.
Short answers and equivalent wording are accepted. Your listening score checks meaning; spelling and grammar are not part of it.
Your seven-day listening plan
Know what to practise next.
Start with the market conversation, explore the patterns of spoken French and practise five everyday situations. Each activity gives you direct access to its audio and transcript.
Try the market mission.
On Day 1, record the details you understood, your listens and any help used. Return to the market on Day 7 and compare your results.
Practise five situations.
Listen at the market, in a restaurant, with neighbours, on the phone and in a shop. Work on contractions, linking sounds, fillers and everyday expressions.
Review after a week and a month.
Replay the market dialogue on Day 8 and Day 31 with your transcript and earlier answers closed. Answer the specified questions and recall useful expressions.
A plan you can follow at your own pace. Repeat a day when needed and take the time to check the details you missed.
Included · Module 4 · Final listening challenge
Understand a new conversation.
Try a fresh dialogue after the five listening missions: two friends change their plans. Listen for the reason, the final day and time, and the agreed meeting point.
Follow the final plan.
Several options are mentioned. Answer four questions with the transcript closed and identify what the speakers finally agree on.
Check each detail.
Compare your answers with accepted wording and the dialogue lines that justify them. Find the exchange to replay when you miss a detail.
Compare your attempts.
Note correct details, listens and help used. Revisit this conversation one week and one month later to practise recalling the arrangements.
Module 4 is available now. Includes the original conversation audio, four listening questions, the transcript, precise corrections and review activities.
Everything that supports your practice
Understand, check and track your listening.
Decode everyday spoken French
- The practical guide: explanations of contractions, linking sounds, fillers and everyday expressions.
- 32 audio tracks: spoken examples and conversations to replay.
- 4 training videos and 2 quizzes: further explanations and checks of your understanding.
Turn the resources into a routine
- A seven-day plan: direct access to the activities, audio and transcripts.
- Five listening missions with precise corrections: expected answers, accepted wording and supporting dialogue lines.
- A fillable progress tracker: details understood, listens, help used and before-and-after comparisons.
- Specific review tasks: what to replay and answer without the transcript after one week and one month.
Download the PDFs and audio files. Return to your materials whenever you want, with lifetime access.
Learner experiences
What my learners say
“I no longer panic when I hear fast, real-life French!”
Before this pack, spoken French sounded like one continuous stream of words. The listening missions were a game-changer: seeing the exact dialogue line that explained my mistakes made everything click. After following the 7-day plan, I stopped relying on transcripts and now pick up details at the market or in shops on the first listen.
Sarah L.
Learner at A2/B1 level · Switzerland
“I used to know written French, but natural conversation always got away.”
The 7-day listening plan and progress tracker gave me a clear, step-by-step routine instead of just re-listening blindly. Revisiting the market dialogue on Day 31 proved how much my ear had changed. I went from catching just the general topic to understanding exact quantities and prices effortlessly!
Mark T.
Canada
“It completely bridged the gap between written French and real speech.”
The problem before: Words disappeared in natural speech (I knew je ne sais pas, but chais pas threw me off!).
What helped most: The practical guide on contractions and the 3-step listening method.
The result: I can finally follow conversations in restaurants and shops without feeling lost.
Elena R.
Germany
Is this the right next step for you?
For learners who want to follow spoken French more easily.
This Pack is a good fit if…
- You are at A2 level or above and already understand some written French.
- You lose track when people speak naturally.
- You want clear listening tasks and a way to check your answers.
- You are happy to practise independently and replay difficult exchanges.
What to expect
A self-paced listening programme focused on decoding everyday spoken French.
You will practise recognition and comprehension using the included conversations, explanations and corrections.
Complete beginners will need some basic French first. The guided activities and answer keys let you practise and check your understanding independently.
Your next step in spoken French
Give every listening session a purpose.
20/80 Guided French Listening Pack
- Practise five everyday conversations with focused missions.
- Check your answers against the dialogue.
- Track your listens, the details you caught and the help you used.
- Follow the seven-day plan and return for specific reviews.
€119
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Frequently asked questions
What level of French do I need?
The Pack is designed for learners from A2 level who already know some French but find natural conversations difficult to follow. It is not an introductory course for complete beginners.
Is this a live course?
This is self-paced, guided practice. The seven-day plan tells you what to do next; mission questions give each listen a purpose; precise corrections show what to check and replay. You work independently. Live lessons, individual feedback and personal coaching are not included.
Do I have to finish in seven days?
No. The seven-day plan gives you a sequence to follow. You can repeat an activity or spread the plan over more days. Keep counting your replays and recording the help you use.
The later reviews are counted from your first market listening: Day 8 and Day 31.
How will I know whether I am improving?
Use the fillable tracker to compare the details you understood, the number of listens and the help you needed. Try the market mission on Day 1 and again on Day 7, then revisit it during the scheduled reviews.
The answer keys show expected answers, accepted wording and the French lines that justify them. They also help you choose the exchange to replay.
Should I read the transcript while listening?
First try with the text closed. Note your answers, then use the transcript and answer key to check the details. Replay the difficult exchange, close the text and answer again. Record any transcript help in your tracker.
What is included for €119?
The practical guide, 32 audio tracks, 4 training videos, 2 quizzes, a seven-day activity plan, five listening missions with precise corrections, the fillable progress tracker and specific review tasks.
It is a one-time payment with lifetime access to the digital materials and no subscription.
What happens after I order?
You receive an email with your login details. In your member area, you can open the activities, download the PDFs and audio files, and start your listening practice.
What results can I expect?
The programme helps you practise recognising words you already know in writing when you hear them in natural speech—even when sounds change, words link together and syllables disappear. You also practise understanding details in five everyday conversations. Your tracker helps you compare your attempts.
Your starting level and practice affect your results. Follow the sequence at your own pace and use the comparisons to choose what to work on next.
What is the refund policy?
Please read the Terms & Conditions before purchasing for the applicable refund conditions.
Learn the French patterns, expressions, and sounds that native speakers use every day.
A complete self-paced training system to help A2+ learners understand fast everyday French, recognize natural expressions, and speak more confidently.
90-page practical guide
Understand why real French sounds different from textbook French.
31 authentic audio tracks
Train your ear with natural pronunciation, rhythm, and everyday spoken French.
4 training videos
Learn how to recognize and reproduce real French patterns.
2 quizzes
Test your understanding and reinforce what you learn.
Lifetime access
Learn at your own pace, whenever you want.
Perfect for learners who understand written French but struggle with real conversations.
€119 — Instant access
Does this sound familiar ?
You can understand your French app...
But when a French person speaks naturally, everything seems to disappear.
You know the vocabulary.
You know the grammar.
But real conversations still feel too fast.
You hear:
"J'sais pas..."
"Chais pas..."
"T'inquiète..."
"J'en ai marre..."
"Faut que j'y aille..."
And you wonder:
"Why didn't I learn this French?"
The problem is not your ability.
The problem is that most French courses teach you written French, not the French people actually speak every day.
From Textbook French → Real Spoken French
Before the 20/80 Spoken French Pack:
❌ You translate word by word
❌ French sounds too fast and unclear
❌ You recognize words but miss the meaning
❌ You hesitate because you don't know the natural patterns
After:
✅ You recognize common spoken French shortcuts
✅ You understand the patterns behind everyday conversations
✅ You learn expressions French people actually use
✅ You speak with more confidence and natural rhythm
This is exactly why I created the
20/80 Spoken French Pack
The 20/80 principle is simple:
You don't need to learn everything.
You need to focus on the French that gives you the biggest results.
Inside the Pack, you'll master the high-frequency spoken French that appears again and again in real conversations.
What’s Inside the 20/80 SPOKEN French Pack
90-Page Practical Guide : Understand the hidden rules of spoken French.
You'll learn:
-common contractions
-swallowed sounds
-everyday expressions
-fillers (euh, bah, hein, bref…)
-shortcuts used by native speakers
-naturel sentence patterns
Stop wondering why French sounds different.
Start understanding what you hear.
31 Authentic Audio Tracks: Train your ear with real French
Practice:
✓natural pronunciation
✓rhythm and intonation
✓connected speech
✓authentic seaking speed
4 Training Videos : Step-by-step lessons to help you
✓decode spoken French
✓ recognize common patterns
✓ improve listening comprehension
✓ build speaking confidence2 Interactive Quizzes
Check your progress and reinforce what you've learned.
Because recognition is the first step toward automatic speaking.
Why this method works
Most learners spend years collecting:
❌ more vocabulary lists
❌ more grammar rules
❌ more explanations
But speaking doesn't come from knowing more information.
Speaking comes from having the right patterns ready when you need them.
The 20/80 Spoken French Pack helps you build those patterns.
Who is this for?
This pack is for you if:
✅ You are A2 level or above
✅ You understand basic French but struggle with real conversations
✅ You want to sound more natural
✅ You enjoy learning independently
✅ You want a clear path instead of random resources
This Pack is not for you if:
❌ You are a complete beginner
❌ You only want academic French
❌ You want to memorize thousands of isolated words
❌ You never listen or practice spoken French
What Learners Say
Ready to understand real spoken French ?
You don't need to study harder.
You need to study smarter.
Start learning the French that French people actually speak.
The 20/80 Spoken French Pack
✅ Instant access
✅ Lifetime access
✅ Learn at your own pace
✅ No subscription
€119
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Frequently Asked Questions
📦 What’s included in the 20/80 SPOKEN French Pack ?
The pack gives you everything you need to understand SPOKEN French with confidence:
✅ A 90-page practical guide
✅ 31 audio tracks
✅ 4 videos
✅ 2 quizzes
💰 How much does it cost ?
The complete pack is available for €119
Click any red button on this page to order and get instant access to all materials.
⏳ Why not just use free content online ?
Yes, there’s free content everywhere — but it’s completely disorganized and often overwhelming.
With this pack, you get a clear, structured path based on the 20% of French that actually matters.
Plus, you get exclusive content you won’t find on Instagram, YouTube, or anywhere else online —
only available inside the 20/80 French Pack.
🎯 Who is this for ?
This pack is perfect for:
🔸 Intermediate & Advanced learners (From A2+ and upper)
📩 What happens after I order ?
You’ll receive an email with your login details.
Inside your private member area, you’ll be able to download all the PDFs and audio files, and start learning immediately.
🔁 Can I get a refund ?
Read our Terms & Conditions below.
🗓️ How long do I have access ?
Forever.
Once downloaded, all your PDFs and audios are yours to keep — no expiration date, no subscription.
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