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Coffee Break Languages

Learn French in coffee-break lessons from the Radio Lingua Network. In each lesson we'll focus on the language you need to know and before long you'll be making yourself understood with native French speakers. Season 1 lessons are for absolute beginners, and the courses increase in difficulty as the seasons progress. 

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Coffee Break French

We’re about to launch four brand-new intermediate French language course - Scenes from the Coffee Break Café.

Imagine yourself in a charming café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive new course, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.

Here’s what makes it special:

 • 10 engaging lessons, each with a new chapter in the café’s unfolding story.
 • Authentic stories featuring café owners, regulars, and intriguing newcomers.
 • A podcast series where you can learn anywhere, anytime!
 • Premium course materials available, including video lessons, detailed notes, quizzes, and targeted grammar exercises to deepen your understanding.
 • Cultural insights and real-world expressions that bring the language to life.

Imagine yourself sipping a café au lait in France - you’ll feel like you’re right there, soaking up the language and culture in the most engaging, natural way possible.

In this promo episode, we share everything you need to know about Scenes and how you can experience language learning like never before! Are you ready to step inside?

Click here to pre-order the full course now and be the first to access Scenes from the Coffee Break Café on launch day - Monday, 24th March.

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Introducing Scenes from the Coffee Break Café

Join Mark and Hélène at the start of an engaging new story! In this first chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate French learners, we are introduced to Chez Nico, a lively village café where locals and visitors cross paths.

We meet Nico, the new owner, who has just taken over the café where he grew up. As he navigates his first busy weekend, we also get to know Romain, a taxi driver and football enthusiast who stops by for his daily coffee. Between tourists on the terrace and local shopkeepers dropping in for lunch, Nico is off to a great start, but will Chez Nico be a success?

Alongside the story, Mark and Hélène will highlight useful grammar and vocabulary, such as the difference between the passé composé and imparfait and expressions like croiser les doigts.

If you’re looking for a fun and immersive way to improve your French, ne manquez pas ce premier chapitre de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises and quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.01 | Un début prometteur

Join Mark and Hélène for the second chapter in the engaging Scenes series! In this episode, the lively atmosphere at Chez Nico takes an exciting turn when Ségolène shares some big family news. Meanwhile, a customer faces a tricky language challenge with visiting tourists.

This chapter introduces some useful vocabulary like maternité, renverser, and se débrouiller, all within a natural and immersive story.

Ne manquez pas ce nouveau chapitre de Scenes - it's a perfect way to improve your French!

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.02 | Une bonne nouvelle

Join Mark and Hélène as the story continues in Chapter 3 of Scenes! Bad weather causes trouble for Jérôme and his bar de plage, but his laid-back attitude keeps things under control. Meanwhile, the café fills up with weekend customers looking for shelter.

This lesson introduces useful grammar and vocabulary including débarquer, and prendre l’eau.

Allez écouter ce nouveau chapitre de Scenes, it's a great way to boost your French!

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.03 | Un vendredi sous la pluie

In Chapter 4 of Scenes, we meet two of Chez Nico’s regulars, whose lively debate about a village event brings energy to the café. Will they ever se mettre d’accord ?

Alongside the story, Mark and Hélène highlight key language points with interesting verbs like se chamailler.

Continuez à améliorer votre français avec ce nouvel épisode captivant de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.04 | Deux larrons en foire

In Chapter 5 of Scenes, the café is packed for its first karaoke night. Even the regulars take to the stage, some with more success than others! Meanwhile, a surprise reunion leads to an exciting announcement.

This chapter introduces useful expressions like s’assurer que, marquer le coup, and the agreement of past participles with avoir.

Ne ratez pas ça, écoutez dès maintenant ce dernier épisode de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.05 | Une soirée mémorable

As the summer heat rises in Chapter six of Scenes, an elderly customer suddenly feels unwell Chez Nico. While the regulars rush to help, a familiar face returns, sparking curiosity about her mysterious habits.

This episode explores useful grammar and vocabulary, including se précipiter and se calmer.

 

Ne manquez pas ce nouveau chapitre captivant de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.06 | Une cliente mystérieuse

Love is in the air Chez Nico in chapter 7 of Scenes! A chance encounter on the café terrace leads to an unexpected romance, while Nico reflects on preparing for the busy summer ahead.

Mark and Hélène highlight useful language points, including un clin d’œil and se douter de.

Rejoignez-nous et écoutez cet épisode captivant de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.07 | L’amour au café ?

In chapter 8 of Scenes, a surprise visit brings exciting news to the café as a familiar face shares their latest achievement. Meanwhile, Nico takes a moment to appreciate the unique encounters his café brings.

In this episode, you’ll learn key expressions like se rendre compte, un rôle (dans un film), and radieuse.

Continuez à améliorer votre français avec ce nouveau chapitre de Scenes !

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBF Scenes 1.08 | Une visite surprise

In chapter 9 of Scenes, Jérôme considers a big career change, but he’s not sure if he’s up for the challenge. With help from friends, he prepares to apply for a new job, but will he go through with it?

Mark and Hélène discuss useful vocabulary such as lettre de motivation, stressé, and postuler.

Ne manquez pas ce nouvel épisode passionnant de Scenes !

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CBF Scenes 1.09 | Un avenir à construire

Have you ever wondered whether to use ‘qui’ or ‘que’? If so, then this episode of the Coffee Break French Show is for you! Join Mark and Max as they discuss the meaning of ‘qui’ and ‘que’ and how to choose between them when speaking French

➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️

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‘Qui' or 'que'? - Relative pronouns Part 1 | The Coffee Break French Show 1.07

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