Questions and Answers
What is the French phrase for 'I went'?
je suis allé
How do you say 'you (tu) went' in French?
tu es allé
What is the translation of 'she went' in French?
elle est allée
What is the French equivalent of 'you (vous) went'?
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How do you say 'we went' in French?
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Translate 'they went' into French.
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Study Notes
French Verb "Aller" in Past Tense (Passé Composé)
- "Aller" means "to go" in French and is an irregular verb.
- The passé composé is formed using the auxiliary verb "être" for most verbs of motion, including "aller."
Conjugation Overview
- "Je suis allé" translates to "I went," indicating the speaker is male; the feminine form is "je suis allée."
- "Tu es allé" means "you (informal) went," used in familiar contexts.
- "Elle est allée" translates to "she went," referring to a female subject.
Plural Forms
- "Vous êtes allés" means "you (formal or plural) went," applicable in formal settings or when addressing a group.
- "Nous sommes allés" translates to "we went," used by a group including the speaker.
- "Ils sont allés" means "they went," referring to a group of males or a mixed-gender group. The feminine plural form is "elles sont allées."
Key Notes
- The past participle "allé" agrees in gender and number with the subject when using "être."
- Familiar forms (tu) are used for friends or peers, while formal forms (vous) are used for authority figures or in polite conversation.
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Test your understanding of the French verb 'aller' in the passé composé tense. This quiz covers singular and plural forms, gender agreement, and the use of the auxiliary verb 'être'. Perfect for French language learners looking to master this essential irregular verb.
