What is the function of "ne" in the phrase "avant qu'elle ne rentre?" It translates, "before she gets home."
Use of "ne"
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Rich L.Kwiziq community member
Use of "ne"
This question relates to:French lesson "Recognising faire in the historic past in French (Le Passé Simple)"
Asked 3 years ago
Hi Rich,
Just to add to Chris' answer, there is a specific lesson about 'avant que '
Avant que + ne explétif + Le Subjonctif = Before I do
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Use of "ne"
What is the function of "ne" in the phrase "avant qu'elle ne rentre?" It translates, "before she gets home."
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