Using "va-t-on" structure for questions

CynthiaA1Kwiziq community member

Using "va-t-on" structure for questions

Pls why was this: Où va-t-on ce soir used for this sentence?
Asked 5 years ago
ChrisC1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Hi Cynthia,

the general rule says to start with the question word (où), followed by the verb (va) and then the subject (on). The "t" that's been inserted between va and on is there simply to ease pronounciation for lazy French tongues. ;)

-- Chris (not a native speaker).

CynthiaA1Kwiziq community member
Thank you so much Chris for explaining it clearly

Using "va-t-on" structure for questions

Pls why was this: Où va-t-on ce soir used for this sentence?

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