Do I use imparfait or plus que parfait for this sentence?

JULIA L.Kwiziq community member

He had 83 years (he died at 83 years old).

Asked 3 years ago

CécileKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Hi Julia,

We need more context as it depends on the kind of narrative. It is unlikely to be the imparfait as it would convey was dying rather than died.

Like03 years ago

Jim J.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor

Hi Julia,

Please could you quote which lesson or Quiz question you need help with?

Jim

Like03 years ago

He had 83 years (he died at 83 years old).

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