Definite article with names of continents/countries/counties/regions/states

H. A.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Definite article with names of continents/countries/counties/regions/states

When do you use the definite article with names that don't normally have one?

Asked 2 weeks ago
CélineKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Bonjour H,

In French, continents, countries, regions, and some cities (La Rochelle, Le Havre...)use a definite article.

À = To/in and De = From/of with cities in French (French Prepositions of Location)

I hope this is helpful.

Bonne journée !

H. A. asked:

Definite article with names of continents/countries/counties/regions/states

When do you use the definite article with names that don't normally have one?

Sign in to submit your answer

Don't have an account yet? Join today

Ask a question

Find your French level for FREE

Test your French to the CEFR standard

Find your French level
Thinking...