Expressions

Être Expressions

French expressions with être
The French verb être, "to be," is found in many essential and idiomatic expressions, including to feel normal, to take part in, and none of your business. Learn these and dozens of other French expressions featuring être.

   

Grammar Lessons

Avoiding the Subjunctive

Avoiding the French subjunctiveAlthough the subjunctive is commonly used in French, there are numerous ways to avoid it, with varying meaning changes. (This doesn't mean you don't need to know how to use the subjunctive, just that there are times when an alternative is acceptable.)

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Grammar Lessons

Si Clauses: Conditionals

French si clausesSi clauses, also known as conditionals or conditional sentences, are if-then constructions that express a condition to be met in order for a certain result. They are divided into three types, depending on whether the condition is likely, unlikely, or impossible.

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