Learn French with Français avec Nelly: What I (really) eat
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Learning French by tuning into native speakers provides a dynamic way to grasp the language’s natural flow and subtle nuances. This immersive experience enhances your ability to pick up authentic pronunciation, everyday expressions, and the charming cadence of spoken French, deepening both your language skills and cultural understanding.

Nelly is the creator behind the popular YouTube channel Français avec Nelly, where she shares authentic, everyday experiences of a French person living in France. With over 544K subscribers, Nelly has built a strong community of French learners and culture enthusiasts who are eager to explore the real-life aspects of French culture, especially the food!
In her vlog series Ce que je mange (vraiment) en tant que Française (What I Really Eat as a French Person), Nelly takes her viewers on a personal journey through her daily meals, showcasing typical French cuisine in a relaxed and relatable way. She offers insightful commentary on French food culture, eating habits, and local ingredients, all while providing French language learners with a natural and engaging way to practice their skills.
Her channel is filled with down-to-earth, humorous content, making it an ideal destination for those wanting to learn more about French language and culture in a fun, immersive way. Nelly’s vlogs are presented in French, with subtitles available, helping her audience improve their listening skills while gaining valuable cultural insights.
Whether you’re looking to understand French cuisine or improve your French comprehension, Nelly’s channel is a delightful and authentic resource for learners.
The Benefits of Learning French by Listening to Native Speakers
- Enhanced Pronunciation and Intonation
- Cultural Insight and Context
- Improved Listening Comprehension
- Real-World Communication Skills
- Learning Natural Expressions
- Increased Engagement and Motivation
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Using the Language Learning Tool
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Start Button
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- Each button represents a range of subtitle lines (e.g., 1–10, 11–20).
- Click a button to jump directly to the start of the selected block.
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- Clicking a button plays audio for the word and displays its meaning, transliteration, and etymology.
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