{"id":10033,"date":"2025-05-23T12:14:16","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T10:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/?p=10033"},"modified":"2025-05-23T12:14:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T10:14:19","slug":"language-stay-france-make-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/en\/language-stay-france-make-friends\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make friends during your language stay in France"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s the day before you leave. You\u2019re excited to discover a new place, meet new people, and enjoy fun activities.<br>But one question might still be on your mind:<br>\u201c<strong>How will I make friends? How to make friends during your language stay in France ?<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry \u2014 that\u2019s completely normal. You\u2019re not the only one wondering about this. Many kids feel the same way before a new adventure. Luckily, there are easy ways to connect with others and enjoy your stay to the fullest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Everyone feels shy at first<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Feeling shy is very common \u2014 especially in a new environment, with new faces, and sometimes a new language.<br>But here\u2019s something important to remember:<br><strong>You\u2019re not alone.<\/strong> Almost everyone feels a little nervous at first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In fact, you already share a lot in common with the other participants:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re discovering a new place together<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re part of the same group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re away from your family and daily routine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a great starting point. Being a little brave in the beginning can lead to wonderful friendships.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 artistic activity during a language stay in France\" class=\"wp-image-10056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/making-friends-language-stay-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 artistic activity during a language stay in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Start simple: ask questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to get to know someone is to ask questions. Even a small conversation can lead to a real connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Here are a few easy questions to try:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>What country are you from?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>What\u2019s your favorite kind of music?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Do you watch Netflix or play video games?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Have you ever been to France before?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>People love when someone shows interest in them. So be curious \u2014 and don\u2019t be afraid to make the first move !<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 picnic with international students during a language stay\" class=\"wp-image-10058\" style=\"width:1024px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-picnic.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 picnic with international students during a language stay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Be friendly and stay positive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re nervous, try to smile and show a positive attitude.<br>You don\u2019t have to be the loudest or funniest person in the group \u2014 just being kind, polite, and open can make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A little humor or a fun fact about yourself can help break the ice.<br>And don\u2019t worry about speaking perfect English or French \u2014 everyone knows that participants come from different countries, and that\u2019s what makes the experience so rich.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What matters most is <strong>being<\/strong> <strong>yourself<\/strong>. That\u2019s how the best friendships start.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france.jpg\" alt=\"Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 ice cream outing with international students\" class=\"wp-image-10060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 ice cream outing with international students<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Take part in group activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During your language stay in France, you\u2019ll take part in a wide range of group activities designed to help you relax, have fun, and connect with others.<br>Whether it&#8217;s sports, cultural workshops, day trips, team games, or themed evenings \u2014 every moment is a chance to meet new people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These shared experiences are perfect for making friends. You\u2019ll laugh, collaborate, and discover common interests without even realizing it.<br>Fun games like <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rprod.com\/en\/games\/times-up-party\">Time\u2019s Up<\/a><\/em> or <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ribambel.com\/activites-en-interieur\/les-regles-du-jeu-du-loup-garou\">Loup-Garou<\/a><\/em> are also great moments to talk, joke, and feel part of the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering <strong>how to make friends during your language stay in France<\/strong>, these activities are often the easiest and most natural way to start. You don\u2019t need to force anything \u2014 just be present and enjoy the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip<\/strong>: If you ever feel left out or unsure, don\u2019t hesitate to talk to a group leader or coordinator. They\u2019re here to help and make sure everyone feels supported and welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 international students exploring the French countryside\" class=\"wp-image-10062\" style=\"width:1004px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/language-stay-france-CEI-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 international students exploring the French countryside<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Keep the friendship going<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve met someone you like spending time with, try to build that connection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sit together at meals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join the same activity groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take photos and create memories<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And when your stay is over?<br>Your friendship doesn\u2019t have to end when your<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/en\/stays\/\"> language stay in France<\/a><\/strong> comes to an end. You can keep in touch through social media, email, or even plan to visit each other again in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many students build strong international friendships during their stay \u2014 and some of them last for years. Who knows? It might happen to you too !<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cei-language-program-excursion.jpg\" alt=\"Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 students visiting a historic site in Bordeaux\" class=\"wp-image-10064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cei-language-program-excursion.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cei-language-program-excursion-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/app\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cei-language-program-excursion-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CEI Image Library \u2013 students visiting a historic site in Bordeaux<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve found one or more people you get along with, try to spend time with them during activities and excursions. That\u2019s how real friendships grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll probably take photos together \u2014 so smile and enjoy the moment ! Those little moments often become the memories you\u2019ll cherish long after your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And remember, the adventure doesn\u2019t have to stop there. If you want to, you can keep in touch and continue the friendship you built during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some friendships made during a language stay in France can last for years \u2014 who knows, you might meet a <strong>friend for life<\/strong> !<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in joining a language stay in France? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dev2.cei-voyage.fr\/en\/stays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover our current programs here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s the day before you leave. You\u2019re excited to discover a new place, meet new people, and enjoy fun activities.But one question might still be on your mind:\u201cHow will I make friends? How to make friends during your language stay in France ?\u201d Don\u2019t worry \u2014 that\u2019s completely normal. 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