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Jack B.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

In the test question "' We want him to become a lawyer"' translates to "' ...que il devienne avocat". Why not un avocat?

Asked 5 years ago

CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Jack,

This is a particularity of the French language.

Take a look at the following lesson highlighting this fact :

Hope this helps!

Like05 years ago

George G.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Occupations, like lawyer, professor, streetcar driver, don't take articles.

Like04 years ago

In the test question "' We want him to become a lawyer"' translates to "' ...que il devienne avocat". Why not un avocat?

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