Bonjour! French is such a beautiful language that it doesn’t need accompanying pictures – except on Instagram. In this article, French teacher Annie A. shows you the best Instagram accounts to follow to practice your French…
Instagram is a fun way to learn new words and expressions in any language. It’s great because it doesn’t require much time to view, and since it’s designed specifically for your smartphone, it has enormous social appeal. I’d say it’s one my favorite ways to learn French!
You will find many users interested in discussing your pictures in French and the language will be more memorable in the visual context. You can stay connected by following each other on Instagram and sharing tagged snapshots – this will give you a lot of materials to learn from. Interactive learning is easily retained.
It’s also interesting to learn from native French-speakers. You can follow their accounts, write to them, and express yourselves – they may even correct your mistakes.
There are also accounts specifically created to improve your French; some cater to beginners while others are for intermediate to advanced levels. For beginners, you’ll be primarily viewing images with words written on them. Short 15-second videos serve the same purpose, giving beginners a learning tool that helps improve pronunciation.
Ready to learn more about the best Instagram accounts to learn French? Let’s dive in!
What Are Unique Instagram Accounts?
If you’re looking for an interesting way to experience France without actually going there, scrolling through French Instagram accounts can be a great place to start:
- There are many unique Instagram accounts that showcase the beauty, culture, and diversity of France through stunning photography, texts in French, and other multimedia content.
- If you want to learn more about French culture from your phone or laptop, take a look at some of these captivating Instagram accounts.
- From fashion and food to art and traveling, there’s something on these accounts for everyone who loves learning about France.
- From drool-worthy pictures of macarons to breathtaking shots of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the various Instagram accounts will give you the perfect “taste of the real France”.
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The All-Time Best French Instagram Accounts
Below are the Instagram accounts I have chosen for you. Some are meant for students of French and the others deal with a variety of subjects. They cover food, clothes, different cities, and towns (mostly in France), and as a result, they diversify your vocabulary. The creative pictures leave a lasting imprint on your mind when coupled with vocabulary.
1) frenchwords
https://instagram.com/p/6n-DguyuNQ/
In frenchwords, a new word with the English translation is introduced every day. Followers also correct each others’ French in the comments section.
Quotes in French by famous writers like Colette, Baudelaire, and Jacque Prevert are presented without translation so you get introduced to the literary side of the language too. This account is mostly suitable for intermediate to advanced learners.
2) #IGLC
https://instagram.com/p/61rpCXwmPi/?taken-by=lindsaydoeslanguages
Here is a unique opportunity to apply your language skills on a daily basis. The Instagram Language Challenge (#IGLC) gives you a prompt list of 28 words every month. You are given the task to come up with new vocabulary, expressions, and sentences each day. The concession of 28 days is given in lieu of a few missed days.
Take a photo or video and upload it on Instagram, then hashtag #IGLC in the description. What a great way to improve!
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3) imagiers
https://instagram.com/p/qtG0n1GeNv/?taken-by=imagiers
Vincent has a very interesting choice of photos suitable to learn nouns and everyday French expressions. His account caters to learners of basic French.
4) unautrecompte
https://instagram.com/p/6Z_aLlmQaX/?taken-by=unautrecompte
This account, unautrecompte, has great French lessons for basic level students. It does not contain images.
The vocabulary is shown with the English translation. There are short videos which help with the pronunciation of common verbs and prepositions. The lessons are short and crisp with grammatical and phonetic help.
5) hansleyfr
https://instagram.com/p/56pF15v64p/?taken-by=hansleyfr
Hansley has captured his own original photos and labeled them with French words. His catchy music videos also interpret French vocabulary.
6) discret
https://instagram.com/p/6kiG3Gt1a_/?taken-by=discret
Here we have photos with a clear contrast. Toy figurines tell stories in a Parisian background. Discret activates the imagination with popular figurines caught in the midst of a comical situation. The comments are usually in French – reading them is a good way to study.
7) goutdfood
https://instagram.com/p/6ZXYU-nhOe/
This account is dedicated to the love of food, with captions in French and their English translations. With goutdfood, you can experience the taste of French food through a visual format.
8) requiem45
https://instagram.com/p/6sQdkWQh7j/?taken-by=requiem45
Here you can see amazing photographs of Lyon, other cities of France, and their architecture. Reqiuem45 takes fabulous snapshots of rivers as well. The comments on the photos are usually full of French speakers who like to converse in French with each other.
9) azzed
https://instagram.com/p/6xPbGxhAU5/?taken-by=azzed
Audrey is a French lifestyle blogger who takes photos of clothes, food, and places. The comments are in French so you can participate in the ongoing conversation. This level of French is suitable for intermediate learners.
10) French with TakeLessons
We saved the best for last! French with TakeLessons gives you a little bit of everything. From verb conjugations, fun quizzes, travel photos, pronunciation videos and more this account is perfect for beginners who appreciate all things French.
More of the Best Instagram Accounts to Learn French
Instagram is the perfect place to find interesting and informative accounts that will help make learning the language a breeze.
From fashion influencers to foodies, there are tons of great French accounts to follow on Instagram.
Let’s take a look at some of the best Instagram accounts for learning French.
Funny French Instagram Accounts
If you’re looking for an entertaining way to learn French, then these funny French Instagram accounts are just what you need! From hilarious memes to wacky videos, these accounts will provide plenty of laughs while helping you pick up some useful phrases along the way.
Some of our favorite funny French Instagram accounts include @francofolie_fr, @frenchmemes__, and @parisian_memes_.
Best French Language Instagram Accounts for Tourists
Are you planning a trip to France? If so, then these helpful language-learning accounts can help you brush up on your pronunciation before your trip. Plus, many of them offer useful tips about navigating the country and making sense of the local customs. Popular tourist-friendly language-learning Instagrams include @thefrenchteacher_francaisencours and @lucieparisienne.
Best French Fashion Instagram Accounts
France is famous for its chic style, so it makes sense that there are plenty of fashionable fashion bloggers on Instagram from this stylish country! Whether you’re looking for inspiration or want to learn more about current trends in France, these fashion-focused accounts have got you covered. Check out @frenchgirlsstyle and @thechicParisienne for an irresistible dose of Parisian flair.
Most Popular French Instagram Accounts for Foodies
French cuisine has long been considered one of the world’s great culinary traditions, so it is no surprise that French foodies have taken to Instagram as a platform to share their scintillating photos of classic dishes and innovative creations.
With millions of followers combined, several French Instagram accounts have become renowned for their mouth-watering content. ‘FrenchyFries’, run by YouTuber Charlotte Poussin, leads the way with an impressive 2.7 million followers. Mathilde Othnin-Girard, who runs @ miam_la_gourmandise, writes inspiring quotes alongside her delectable images of delicacies to encourage exploration of France’s culinary treasures.
For more traditional fare fans should check out ‘Les Voyages de Jess’, which offers stunningly photographed platters full of deliciousness from all over the country. No matter what type of French food you crave, these Insta stars have dishes guaranteed to satisfy any palate!
What Are the Best French Instagram Accounts to Follow?
There’s a variety of material for language learners on Instagram – you just have to look for it according to your own interests. You could even upload French-inspired material from your own account! All it requires is a little imagination and a lot of fun!
Although there are many ways to learn French, using Instagram can be a fun way to supplement your learning.
By following some of the accounts above, you can see French in action and gain new vocabulary words and phrases.
Don’t forget to practice what you’ve learned by using it in conversations with friends or posting your own pictures and videos online. Do you have any other favorite French-learning Instagram accounts? Let us know in the comments below!
Post Author: Annie A.
Annie A. is a French instructor whose lessons are conducted exclusively online. Teaching for the past 12 years, she found her passion for the language while studying in Paris as a teenager. Learn more about Annie here!
Megan L. is a writer and musician living in San Diego. She loves supporting independent artists and learning more about music every day. Megan has been working for TakeLessons since November 2011. Google+Megan L.
