Learn French for free on Discord (FLE) thanks to Écho | Classes and voice chats
Join a global community to learn French for free and speak every day, whatever your level. Native speakers and volunteer tutors host daily voice chats; language tandems help you practice, you get instant feedback, and weekly challenges keep you engaged. A server economy and live leaderboards reward your progress.
The free French-learning Discord that helps you improve your speaking skills
- Daily speaking practice (A1–C2) with native speakers, tutors and tandem partners
- Live feedback, survival sheets and quick grammar quizzes
- Motivating gamification: server economy, roles, achievements and weekly challenges
- Regular events: study sessions, gaming tournaments and music nights
Get started in 4 steps
- Join Écho on Discord at discord.gg/echogd
- Choose your roles and customize your profile
- Join voice chats and find a tandem partner to practice with
- Track your progress live and chat with the community
FAQ · Leaderboards · Features
Live interactive leaderboards
Track your progress in real time — points, voice minutes, reactions and challenges — with a clear anti-spam system that rewards meaningful participation.
How it works
- Role tiers and coin rewards from the server economy
- Smart system designed to motivate activity
- Dynamic weekly leaderboards
- Exclusive, merit-based rewards
Écho on Disboard — reviews, tags and visibility
See Écho's official Disboard page: member reviews, language tags, activity ranking and a direct invite link. Great for tracking server popularity and boosting visibility.
On Disboard you can
- Browse up-to-date language and culture tags
- Check server activity and ranking
- Bump regularly to increase visibility
- Share the invite link elsewhere
Why learn French on Discord?
Because you start speaking from day one. Voice rooms and spontaneous chats expose you to real interaction: greetings, turn-taking, topic shifts, interruptions — the messy, authentic stuff that builds fluency.
Because it's flexible. Jump into a 10-minute chat between tasks or stay for a longer session when you can. With global time zones, there's almost always someone to practice with.
Because variety matters. You'll hear natural French across accents and speeds, in casual and formal registers, with rephrasings, fillers and idiomatic turns you won't get from drills alone.
Because low-stakes spaces help you take risks. Topic- and level-based channels let you speak without pressure, get simple corrections and rephrasings, and improve in small, steady steps.
Because asynchronous options support live practice: text messages and voice notes let you review, ask quick questions and consolidate learning between sessions.
Because social motivation keeps you consistent. Seeing others show up makes it easier to build a routine — and consistency is what moves you from hesitation to fluency.
- Real speaking practice (live voice, spontaneous chats)
- Accessible anytime across time zones
- Exposure to varied accents and registers
- Level- and topic-based rooms (A1 to C2)
- Low barrier to entry — just a mic
- Blend of synchronous (voice) and asynchronous (text/voice notes)
- Small groups reduce anxiety and boost confidence
- Community accountability for steady progress
A1
Understands and uses familiar everyday expressions; can introduce themselves and ask/answer simple questions. Needs slow, clear speech and support from the interlocutor; very basic vocabulary and structures.
A2
Understands isolated sentences and frequently used expressions (personal information, shopping, immediate surroundings). Can handle short, routine exchanges and describe aspects of immediate relevance in simple terms.
B1
Understands the main points of clear, standard input; copes with most situations while travelling; produces simple, connected text on familiar topics; describes experiences and briefly gives reasons and explanations.
B2
Understands the main ideas of complex texts, including technical discussions in their field; interacts with a degree of fluency and spontaneity; produces clear, detailed text and explains viewpoints with advantages and disadvantages.
C1
Understands a wide range of demanding, longer texts; expresses ideas fluently and spontaneously; uses language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes; produces well-structured, detailed text.
C2
Understands virtually everything heard or read; summarises information from different sources; expresses themselves with spontaneous precision, conveying subtle shades of meaning in complex situations.
Our members' testimonials — genuine and trustworthy
AI translation (/translate)
Translate your messages instantly with automatic language detection.
- Multilingual translation
- Instant results
Pronunciation and TTS (/tts)
Natural voices, adjustable speed and clear output for pronunciation practice.
- Edge TTS and Google Translate
- Per-sentence audio
AI dictionary (/wiki)
Definitions, synonyms and AI examples to help you understand each word.
- In-context usage
- Nuances and translation
Structured learning
A1–C2 channels and guided FLE resources to progress with every interaction.
- Interactive PDF sheets
- Synced Anki decks
Events and schedule
A weekly agenda mixing study, language games and speaking practice.
- Study sessions and co-working
- Games, quizzes and workshops
Tandems and tracking
Same-level pairings, shared goals and auto-reminders to keep you practicing.
- Similar time zones
- Smart level matching
FAQ — Learn French for free on Discord (FLE) thanks to Écho | Classes and voice chats
What is the best Discord server to learn French?
Écho is a large, free Discord community for French learners (FLE). You'll find daily voice chats, tandems (language partners), instant corrections and structured A1–C2 resources.
Can I really learn French on Discord?
Yes. Daily speaking practice with native speakers and tutors helps learners improve comprehension, fluency and confidence — not just vocabulary memorization.
Who can join Écho?
Everyone — absolute beginners, intermediates, advanced learners and even FLE teachers. Channels are organised by CEFR levels (A1–C2) for progressive learning.
How does learning French on Discord work?
Join a voice chat, speak, listen, get your sentences corrected and take part in challenges. PDF sheets and Anki decks help you reinforce vocabulary and grammar.
Are there native speakers I can talk to?
Yes — every day. Native speakers and volunteer tutors are active in voice chats and tandems to support learners.
Does Écho help prepare DELF / DALF exams?
Yes. Dedicated channels provide example topics, mock oral exams and tutor advice for DELF B1–B2 and DALF C1.
Is Écho free to use?
Yes — 100% free. Voice chats, public events and learning resources are open to everyone without subscription.
Do I need to speak perfect French to join?
Not at all. Écho welcomes complete beginners. #beginners channels and visual sheets make first conversations easier.
How long does it take to see progress?
It depends on your involvement. With daily participation (30–60 minutes), most learners notice real progress within a few weeks.
Do the leaderboards encourage spam?
No. A transparent scoring system and automod prioritise quality participation over message count; rewards reflect real effort and relevance.
Which bots and tools do members use?
UnbelievaBoat handles the economy and leaderboards. AI commands (/tts, /translate, /wiki) help with pronunciation, translation and quick definitions.
Are there events to practice together?
Yes. Cultural evenings, quizzes, study sessions and language games run weekly across different time zones.
Is it safe to join?
Yes. Écho has clear rules, active moderation and anti-raid protection to keep the community welcoming.
When are people most active?
Because Écho is global, you'll usually find someone online 24/7 — events are scheduled for multiple time zones.
Ready to speak French every day — for free?
Join Écho on Discord:
daily voice chats, fun events, music nights and real-time leaderboards.