French Reading Passages

French is spoken by hundreds of millions of people across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, North America, and the Pacific. It is a major language of diplomacy, literature, philosophy, cinema, cuisine, and international education. For learners, French offers access to a wide range of regional cultures and a long written tradition, from classic novels and poetry to contemporary journalism, music, and film.

Free CEFR-graded French readings with English translations, vocabulary support, and text-to-speech practice.

Available French passages