Definite Articles with Geographical Names
Articles with Geographical Names
In French, countries, continents, regions, and states all have genders. Therefore, they are used with the definite article (le, la, les) in general statements.
Native
Translation
Il adore l'Europe.
He loves Europe.
J’aime la France.
I love France.
Exception: Cities
Be careful: in most cases, articles are not used with the names of the cities.
Native
Translation
J'aime Paris (Berlin, Londres...)
I love Paris (Berlin, Londres...)
Quiz
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