If you want to speak French faster and understand natives, the key isn’t speed—it’s fluency. Fluency means speaking smoothly without hesitations, while speed is just talking fast, which doesn’t always sound natural. Native speakers don’t actually speak as fast as you think; they simply connect words and drop sounds, creating the illusion of speed. For example, instead of “qu’est-ce que tu fais,” they’ll say “kes tu fais.” Mastering these contractions and natural speech patterns will help you sound more fluent and improve your listening skills.
To sound more native, focus on contractions (“t’as” instead of “tu as”), liaisons (“les Champs-Élysées” instead of “les Champs, Élysées”), and filler words like “carrément” or “ah ouais.” Also, be mindful of pronunciation tricks like geminate consonants (“il lit” vs. “il, lit”) and assimilation (“un médecin” → “un méd’cin”). Lastly, understanding slang and idiomatic expressions will make your French sound more authentic. With these tips, you’ll speak more naturally without forcing speed—just like a real native speaker!
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