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Learn French in Palo Alto

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Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

Films, literature, human rights, climate change, raising kid...

My language exchange partner is

Anyone with an open mind and a will to learn!

My learning goals

I’d like to be able to carry a conversation in Russian and Estonian!

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C.

Palo Alto

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Ideal language community partner

A person I can talk to about normal life and bounce random ideas...

My learning goals

I hope to become more comfortable with the language to the point where I can understand any native speaker.

My favorite topics

Languages, fitness, food, travel

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M.

Palo Alto

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Sou estudante de medicina na Stanford University e quero falar...

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Eu jogo capoeira na Califórnia! I love to learn languages! J'aime parler français! !אני אוהב ללמוד עברית Ich liebe, Deutsch zu lernen! I do cancer research and want to become a Neurosurgeon

Ideal conversation exchange partner

Tem um coração muito grande ❤️

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A.

Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

Theoretical physics, kitesurfing, paragliding, philosophy, equestrianism,...

Perfect language exchange partner

Those with good values and a kind heart!

My learning goals

Speak and understand the language like a native!

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Palo Alto

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I want a conversation partner who is

Pessoa legal que queira conhecer pessoas nova...

My learning goals

Fluência

My favorite topics

I'm in the USA and I would really like to improve my English

J.

J.

Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Smooth communication in daily lif...

My favorite topics

My curiosity takes me anywhere; business, economy, movies, games, anime, manga

My language exchange partner is

Someone who can actually meet or call to practice oral conversation

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M.

Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

Books, literature, language study, tv shows, science. I am currently...

Ideal language community partner

Outgoing, interested in books and literature, politics, religion, or simply living life to the fullest. Also, anyone nice and willing to practice and bear with my mistakes.

My learning goals

I want to practice daily to become fully conversational in Spanish and French.

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J.

Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Learn more languages

My favorite topics

Personal development, books and personality

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J.

Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Améliorer la fluidit...

My favorite topics

Voyages, sports, livres, musique, entrepreneur, ingénierie, politique sur n'importe quel sujet

Perfect language exchange partner

Ouverts et rigolos

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S.

Palo Alto

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I am a PhD math student at Stanford University. I like science,...

I want a conversation partner who is

A French buddy! I want to learn how to pronounce French sounds and speak French fluently.

My learning goals

I want to read poetry and Victor Hugo in French. Also, I’m interested in French musicals! I want to talk a lot to interesting people and share ideas :)

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N.

Palo Alto

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My language exchange partner is

A patient, understanding open-minded and humble individual...

My learning goals

To improve my second language of German, to be able to speak with my german mother, cousin, and coworkers

My favorite topics

Culture, travel, fitness, crafting, movies

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Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Nivel B2 inglés...

My favorite topics

Viajes y gastronomia

Ideal language community partner

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Connect with learners around the world

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Join a global community

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Learn what matters to you

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Have fun, engaging conversations

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Palo Alto

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Everyday matters. World Events. Hobbies....

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My learning goals

To be able to converse regularly and comfortably.

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M.

Palo Alto

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Perfect language exchange partner

Willing to teach and learn and has patience...

My learning goals

To speak conversational Brazilian Portuguese with relative ease.

My favorite topics

Conversational language with everyday activities and occurrences

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Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Improve my Englis...

My favorite topics

Art, Philosophy, Politics, Computer Science, AI, Cognitive Science, Music

I want a conversation partner who is

Some interested in the same topics

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V.

Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

Romantic relationship matters; movies that needs great efforts...

My language exchange partner is

Anyone who have an open mind, who embraces and respects diversity

My learning goals

Improve my speaking skills

Jun

Jun uses Tandem to improve his English speaking and listening skills.

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Ideal language community partner

Have a regular schedule and willing to correct my mistakes...

My learning goals

To improve my Spanish and refresh my French.

My favorite topics

Cooking, traveling, language learning, gardening, beekeeping

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Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Speak as well as native speake...

My favorite topics

Daily conversation

Ideal conversation exchange partner

Smart, patient, open minded

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Palo Alto

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Any topi...

Perfect language exchange partner

English is his or her native language.

My learning goals

Improve my speaking and writing English.

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Palo Alto

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Anyone wanting to practice Spanis...

My learning goals

Spanish practice

My favorite topics

Technology, artificial intelligence, travel, food

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Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Become more comfortable and confident with chatting in Spanish...

My favorite topics

Current events, space/engineering, outdoor activities, family + friends, TV shows, movies, books

My language exchange partner is

Friendly person who is a native Spanish speaker!

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Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

My free time is limited, so I prefer voice calls over endless...

Ideal language community partner

Friendly and easygoing people. People who are willing to keep in touch. Good sense of humor is a plus.

My learning goals

I’m interested in Chinese and Taiwanese culture. I’d like to make new friends from other countries.

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Palo Alto

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Ideal conversation exchange partner

Someone whos open-minded...

My learning goals

Improve my German speaking and making friends!

My favorite topics

Anything

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T.

Palo Alto

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My learning goals

I want to improve my spoken Japanes...

My favorite topics

Cooking, jazz, books, music

Perfect language exchange partner

Patient, generous.

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Palo Alto

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My favorite topics

Politics, celebrities, and foo...

I want a conversation partner who is

someone who is kind, funny, helpful, and caring

My learning goals

I want to improve my French and meet new people

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D.

Palo Alto

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My language exchange partner is

Energetic, fun, enthusiasti...

My learning goals

Comfort in verbal conversation

My favorite topics

Food, travel, life

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Palo Alto

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My learning goals

Become fluent in French and Italia...

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Culture, Movies, philosophy, news, economics, arts, psychology, travel

Ideal language community partner

Educated, interested in cultural exchange

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Palo Alto

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Derechos humanos Política Educación Pedagogía Comida y recetas El...

Ideal conversation exchange partner

Alguien simpátic@, quien le gustan temas similares

My learning goals

Quiero ser fluida en español. Estoy en México ahora, pero necesito practicar más, especialmente cuando volveré a los Estados Unidos

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Palo Alto

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Someone, who speaks Spanish or Portuguese, enjoys traveling and...

My learning goals

Improving my Spanish. And maybe help someone with their English or German.

My favorite topics

Jobs, countries, hobbies, attitudes, entertainment, neuroscience, sports and traveling. I am doing my PhD at Stanford University in Neuropsychology :)

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C.

Palo Alto

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My main goal is to be able to comfortably understand native Spanish...

My favorite topics

¡El fútbol, la tecnología, realidad virtual, la música, la comida, y aprendiendo cosas nuevas de todas tipas! --- Soccer, technology, virtual reality, music, food, travel, and learning about anything new!

I want a conversation partner who is

Me gusta hablando con las personas que tienen energía y las que son más tranquilas. Me encanta escuchar acerca de las cosas que le interesan y le entusiasman a la gente. --- I love talking with both energetic and quieter people. I really like hearing abou

Looking for an online language exchange partner in Palo Alto, United States?

Tandem is the world's largest language exchange app. There are currently 29 French speakers in Palo Alto looking to learn French together. Download the Tandem app for free to start practicing languages with locals!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you know how many Tandem members are available for French language exchange in Palo Alto?

In Palo Alto there are 29 members ready to have a French language exchange.

Are there other locations in United States other than Palo Alto where I can find a French language exchange partner?

You can also find a French Tandem partner in <a href=/learn/french/jersey-city />Jersey City, <a href=/learn/french/nashville />Nashville, and <a href=/learn/french/indianapolis />Indianapolis.

What is the Tandem app all about?

Tandem is a language exchange app where people teach each other their native language. Each month more than 500,000 people visit Tandem with 29 of them coming from Palo Alto.