Draw pictures onto the blank side of note cards of everyday objects that you would like to learn the words for. Or, if you are uncomfortable drawing, use a computer to print photographs of objects. Cut the photographs out and tape them to one side of the notecard.
Look up the French-English translation of each word in the dictionary. On the back of the note card, write how the French word is spelled phonetically. Writing the word as it sounds will help you remember how to pronounce the words correctly and will help you avoid making errors in pronunciation. For example, the French word for okay is "d'accord," but you do not pronounce the d at the end of the word. Therefore, when spoken the word sounds like "da core." Be sure to write the correct article that corresponds with the word on the note card as well. This helps you remember whether the word is masculine or feminine.
Practice learning the words with your note cards. Try to avoid looking at the word and use your memory to recall the word. Think of tricks to help you remember, if desired.
