Living in France?
Your colleagues talk about the news. Your landlord sends letters in legalese. Better French gives you the context to keep up and the words to join in.
Learn France, not just French.
Real news from 40+ French sources, adapted for learners. Understand the country, improve your French.
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Real French from real news
Better French takes real news from Le Monde, Franceinfo, RFI, and 40+ French sources, then adapts it so you can actually read it. You learn about France while your French improves naturally.
- 15+ curated articles every day from trusted French sources
- Politics, strikes, daily life, culture: all explained with context
- Tap any word for its translation and cultural meaning
- Real French, from real events happening right now
Who It's For
Learning French from anywhere?
Textbooks teach you the language. Better French teaches you the country. Real articles, real vocabulary, real cultural context.
Why It Matters
The problem with learning French
- Textbook French has nothing to do with real life
- News assumes you already know the context
- Translation apps miss nuance and culture
- Too many sources, no way to know what matters
- You learn words but not what they mean in France
- You end up feeling disconnected
How Better French works
- Read in English or simplified French
- One feed from 40+ trusted French sources
- Every article explained with cultural context
- Tap any word for translation + meaning
- Quiz, VocaMatch & Breakdown games
- Save words & articles for later
- Daily streak to keep you consistent
- 15+ curated articles every day
Everything You Need to Read French News
đĄ Better French Context
Tap any word for its translation, a plain-English explanation, and a cultural note that gives you the full picture.
đ Read in Your Language
Switch any article to English or simplified French. Read comfortably, then come back to the original when you're ready.
đ§ Quiz Me
Test your comprehension with questions generated from the article you just read. Stay active, not passive.
đ¯ VocaMatch
Match French words with their English translations in a timed game. Three difficulty levels to challenge yourself.
đ Context Breakdown
Build real French phrases word by word, with audio for each piece. Phrases come straight from today's news.
đ Audio Playback
Hear natural French pronunciation for any word or phrase. Train your ear while you read.
đ Saved Words & Articles
Build your personal dictionary by saving words with their context and cultural notes. Bookmark articles to revisit later.
đĨ Daily Streak
Complete a quiz, play VocaMatch, finish a breakdown, or understand 10 words. Any activity keeps your streak alive.
Pricing
Start free, upgrade anytime. No credit card needed.
Essential
Free
- French news, updated hourly
- Understand the country, not just the language
- Stay informed, never feel lost
- 15 days of Pro included, no card needed
Pro
Monthly
Annual
€
2.50
/ Month (Billed Annually)
- Everything from Essential Plan
- Unlimited Better French Context
- Read in Your Language
- Unlimited Quiz Me
- Unlimited VocaMatch
- Unlimited Breakdown
- Unlimited Audioplay
- Unlimited Saved Words & Articles
FAQ
Is this a news app or a French learning app?
Both. You read real French news with built-in translations, cultural notes, and games. You learn about France while your French improves naturally.
Will this actually help me improve my French?
Yes. You read real French every day, tap words you don't know, and practice with quizzes and games. It's French reading practice with context, not grammar drills.
Can I use it abroad?
Absolutely. Better French works wherever you are; it's great for learning with real news.
Is there an iOS app?
Yes! Better French is available on the App Store for iPhone. Your account syncs across web and mobile so you can pick up where you left off.
What can I do on the free plan?
Read all articles, try every feature with daily limits, and track your streak. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access to everything.
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