Tenir vs Garder

STEPHEN W.C1Kwiziq community member

Could garder instead of tenir be used to "Keep a diary"

Asked 3 years ago

Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

No, because "garder un journal" would mean to keep it, as opposed to give it away.

Like13 years ago

CélineNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Bonjour Stephen,

Chris is correct that 'garder un journal' would mean "keeping the item":

Je garde mes affaires = I keep my belongings

Je tiens un journal = I keep a diary (i.e. I am keeping a record about my life)

I hope this is helpful.

Bonne journée !

Like33 years ago

Could garder instead of tenir be used to "Keep a diary"

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