Lawless French is a free French website for beginner to advanced learners (A1–C1). The clearest free grammar reference in English.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
About Lawless French
Lawless French is Laura K. Lawless's free site of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation lessons, with listening and reading exercises sorted by level, plus a free newsletter, Lawless French à fond, with lessons and quizzes. It suits a self-studier at any level who wants a clear English explanation of a specific grammar point. It is a reference, not a path, and it will not give you the hours of listening that understanding speech needs.
How it compares
| App | Price | Levels | Real-speed French | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawless French | Free | A1–C1 | No | The clearest free grammar reference in English. |
| KwizIQ French | Free plan; paid plans: see site | A1–C1 | No | The best tool for finding and fixing grammar gaps; no help with your ear. |
| Bonjour de France | Free | A1–C1 | No | Free graded exercises in French; old-fashioned but useful. |
| Le Point du FLE | Free | A1–C1 | No | A giant free index of exercises; a starting point, not a method. |
| French with AmélieRuns this site | Free weekly lesson; Premium $24/mo or $240/yr | B1–C1 | Yes, with a slow version and a transcript | Real-speed dialogues by email and a private podcast. Not an app. Visit |
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Further reading
A longer guide on this topic from French with Amélie: read the guide.
