Basic word order in statements

Kurz erklärt

In a basic French statement, the subject normally comes first, followed by the conjugated verb and then an object or other complement. This is often the same order as in English. French normally expresses the subject, even when the verb ending already shows who is acting.

Bildung

subject + conjugated verb + object/complement

Verwendung

• Use this order to state what someone does: subject + verb + object.
• With être, place a description after the verb: subject + être + adjective.
• Conjugate the verb so that it agrees with the subject.

Beispiele

• Marie prépare le dîner. — Marie is preparing dinner.
• Nous aimons ce café. — We like this café.
• La maison est petite. — The house is small.

Typischer Fehler

❌ Je parler français.

✅ Je parle français.

After the subject, use the conjugated verb, not the infinitive.

Merke

Put the subject before the conjugated verb. Add the object or complement after the verb.