Impersonal verb – verbe impersonnel
Let's Define It!
What's an *impersonal verb*?
An impersonal verb (un verbe impersonnel) is a verb taking an impersonal pronoun as subject.
This impersonal pronoun doesn't take the place of a specific noun. Instead, it refers to something implied in the context. For example, in a meteorological context, Il fait du vent. It is windy.
(See the section of impersonal pronouns for further examples).
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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?
Some sentences including a personal pronoun.
- Ça neige dehors. It's snowing outside
- Il pleut. It's raining
- Il faut manger pour vivre. One must eat to stay alive.
- Il est préférable d'attendre ici. It's better to wait here.
- Il se passe de drôles de choses ici. Strange things are happening around here.
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