TCF exam format guide

Understand the TCF test before you start practising

Learn how listening, reading, speaking, and writing fit into TCF preparation for Canada and Quebec. Then choose a focused skill test or complete a full mock exam with answers, scores, and feedback.

Four language skills TCF Canada and Quebec Practice from A1 to C2

The four TCF skills

What does the TCF test evaluate?

The exact modules required depend on your exam version and goal, but TCF preparation is organized around these four French language skills.

Listening comprehension

Compréhension orale measures how well you understand spoken French in conversations, announcements, interviews, and other audio situations.

Practice listening

Reading comprehension

Compréhension écrite measures how well you understand messages, practical documents, articles, opinions, and longer French texts.

Practice reading

Speaking expression

Expression orale evaluates your ability to answer personal questions, maintain an interaction, ask questions, and defend an opinion in French.

Practice speaking

Writing expression

Expression écrite evaluates your ability to write practical messages, recount an experience, and present a structured point of view.

Practice writing

Choose the right preparation

Select the TCF path that matches your goal

Use the dedicated guide for your destination, or begin with the complete skill-based practice library.

Immigration and citizenship

TCF Canada preparation

Explore listening, reading, speaking, and writing practice organized for learners preparing for TCF Canada.

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Quebec applications

TCF Quebec preparation

Explore French comprehension and expression practice for learners preparing for TCF Quebec.

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All four skills

Online TCF practice exam

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A focused study process

Turn the exam format into a practice plan

Understand each section first, practise it under time pressure, and use your results to decide what to repeat.

1

Learn the format

Understand what each comprehension and expression section asks you to demonstrate.

2

Complete timed practice

Work through individual skills or take a complete mock exam under realistic timing.

3

Review and repeat

Study correct answers, mistakes, explanations, and AI feedback before your next attempt.

TCF exam questions

A clear starting point for TCF preparation

C2french combines a TCF format guide with online TCF practice tests, a complete mock-test simulation, answer review, and AI-supported speaking and writing feedback.

What is the TCF?

The TCF is a French-language proficiency test that evaluates how well candidates understand and use French.

Which skills should I practise?

Prepare listening, reading, speaking, and writing according to the modules required for your TCF version and goal.

Are TCF Canada and TCF Quebec identical?

No. They assess French using related skills, but the modules and administrative requirements depend on your chosen test and application.

Can I take a free TCF mock test?

Yes. Registered users can begin with a limited free mock test and free skill-based practice.