French is a Romance language spoken as a first language by around 136 million people worldwide. A total of 200 million speak it as either a first or as a second language. Moreover, roughly 110 million people learn French as a second or third language. French speaking communities are present in 57 countries and territories. Most native speakers of the language live in France, the rest live essentially in Canada, as well as Belgium, Algeria, Switzerland, Monaco and Luxembourg. French is spoken by so many people worldwide that it is essential to learn how to speak and understand the French language. Visit Paris, France and see the sights and go to a language school to do a language course to improve your French words and French vocabulary.

According to the European Union, 129 million in 27 member states speak French, of which 65 million are native speakers and 69 million claim to speak French either as a second language or as a foreign language, making it the third most spoken second language in the Union. The best way to learn French is by experiencing the French culture and immersing yourself in the language in France.