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What is the subjunctive?

The subjunctive is a mood which is usually used to express uncertainty, doubt and feelings as opposed to the indicative mood which is used to demonstrate certainty. For example, je sais que Charles va au res...
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(1) How is the imperfect tense formed in French? (2) What are 2 exceptions to the rule?

(1) The imperfect tense is formed by taking the nous form of the present tense. For the verb 'jouer' (to play), for example, the nous form is 'jouons' (as in nous jouons). T he -ons is removed from the verb,...
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Answered by Thomas W. French tutor
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How do you form the conditional?

In order to form the conditional in French, you need to take the infinitive of the verb you want to use (e.g. manger - to eat) and add the ending depending on which pronoun you wish to use. Je mangerAIS - I ...
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Answered by Rachel H. French tutor
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How do I know when to use 'à' vs. 'de'? French preposition help!

There are various rules in French which can help you to choose the right preposition. Below are the rules for the preposition à. à used to refer to a place. - à la maison; au ( à + le) bureau. - for names of...
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Answered by Imogen C. French tutor
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How do you form the conditional tense in French?

In French you form the conditional tense in 2 simple steps: 1) Take the future stem of the verb. E.g - manger 2) Add the imperfect endings . E.g - ais, ais, ait, ions, iez, aient. You use the conditional ten...
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Answered by Lucy S. French tutor
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