Advice for a beginner learning french?

The best way to learn French is to surround yourself with the language as much as possible. Study French vocabulary and grammar in an engaging way - with apps, software, or books. Speak French out loud as often as you can - to native speakers or to other learners. Soak up French books, movies, and social media.

it can be both; depending on the situation at hand.

explanation:

let's just say i get in to a confrontation with someone, and they say "ur mom", it could be seen as an insult. or depending on the relationship or comfortability with the person it may be seen as a joke. the distinct line is how the chemistry behind the confrontation.