Mille and un millier de followed by a plural verb - when in the subject?

Question

Where the lesson says "Both mille and un millier de are followed by a plural verb (sont venus)", am I correct in saying that this only occurs when these adjectives are modifying the subject? The rule is listed after a number of examples, some of which have the adjectives as part of the object/ with no verb following). Let me know if I'm missing something. Thanks!

Céline Pickard · Accepted Answer

Bonjour Avery,
Yes, you're right! The plural verb agreement applies only when "mille" or "un millier de" are either subject or part of the subject.
Mille soldats sont venus. = A thousand soldiers came.
Un millier de soldats sont venus. = A thousand soldiers came.
I hope this is helpful.
Bonne journée !

Avery Enns · Answer

Thank you!