Adverbial – complément circonstanciel
Let's Define It!
What's an *adverbial*?
An adverbial (In French: complément circonstanciel) can be a word, phrase or clause describing the circumstances in which the action of the verb occurs.
In "Je visiterai ce pays très sûrement dès que j'aurai un peu d'argent." , the words "très surement" function as an adverbial phrase, while "dès que j'aurai un peu d'argent" make an adverbial clause.
The complément circonstanciel can be moved around in the sentence. It can also be erased without changing the meaning of the sentence.
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Let's Pronounce It!
What does it sound like in French?
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Let's Have an Example or Two!
Can a little reinforcement do the trick?
Below, you will find some examples of qualificative and determining adjectives. They are underlined for your convenience.
- Elle porte une jolie robe rouge. She is wearing a nice red dress.
- Cette fleur bleue est belle. This blue flower is beautiful.
- Il y avait quelques personnes à la soirée. There were a few people at the party.
- Où est mon ballon de foot? Where is my soccer ball?
- Les personnes malades vont à l'hôpital. Sick people go to the hospital.
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