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Direct Object Pronouns: Imperative

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Direct Object Pronouns: Imperative

The DO pronouns le, la, l’, and les are used to replace the direct object (DO) of the third-person singular or plural in a sentence. In the imperative, they are placed after the verb using a hyphen.

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DO pronouns in the imperative

  • Ferme la porte.
    • Close the door.
  • Ferme-la.
    • Close it.
  • A hyphen is used between the verb and the direct object.
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Examples

  • Ouvre le livre.
    • Open the book.
  • Ouvre-le!
    • Open it!

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