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Hi! Can I ask why there is an agreement in the phrase “ m’a gâchée la vie”? I thought the direct object was “la vie” which does not precede the verb.

Sylvia E.C1Kwiziq community member

Hi! Can I ask why there is an agreement in the phrase “ m’a gâchée la vie”? I thought the direct object was “la vie” which does not precede the verb.

This question relates to:French dictation exercise "Fighting hypocondria"

Dictation exercise C1

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AurélieNative French expert teacher in Kwiziq

Bonjour Sylvia !

Vous avez tout à fait raison. Quelle erreur ! 

Thanks to you, it's now been rectified :)

Merci beaucoup et bonne journée !

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Hi! Can I ask why there is an agreement in the phrase “ m’a gâchée la vie”? I thought the direct object was “la vie” which does not precede the verb.

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