Who has what? Singular 'avoir' and intonation questions
I can use the singular forms of 'avoir' to ask and answer questions about what I and others have.
Who has what? Singular 'avoir' and intonation questions
I can use the singular forms of 'avoir' to ask and answer questions about what I and others have.
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Key learning points
- A singular verb form is used when only one person is doing or being something.
- The singular forms of the verb 'avoir' are 'jai' (I have), 'tu as' (you have), 'il a' (he has) and 'elle a' (she has).
- To change a statement into a yes/no question you raise your voice at the end; this is called intonation.
- There is no word for 'do' or 'does' in French intonation questions.
- When learning a new language it is important to practise vocabulary regularly to strengthen your word knowledge.
Keywords
Singular verb forms - verb forms for one person's actions or state
J'ai - I have
Tu as - you have
Il, elle a - he, she has
Common misconception
I will just remember the new French words I learn.
When learning a new language, it is important to practise vocabulary regularly to strengthen your memory. It's hardest to remember the words we learnt some time ago, so we need to practise them often.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
je
tu
il
elle
a book
a pen
a pencil
a bottle
a rubber
an exercise book
Do you have a pen?
Do I have a bottle?
Do I have a rubber?
Do you have a ruler?
Do you have a bag?
Do I have an orange?
Exit quiz
6 Questions
I have
you have
he has
she has
J'ai une bouteille.
Il a un livre ?
Tu as un crayon ?
Elle a une gomme.
J'ai un stylo ?
Il a une peluche ?