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Vivian O.B2Kwiziq community member

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Can I use "la fillette" instead of "la petite fille"?

Asked 4 years ago
CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Vivian,

The word ‘fillette’ is used for very young girls or as an affectionate term so it would be the wrong register here.

Hope this helps!

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