Basic Sentence Structure: Subject-Verb-Object in French

In French, sentences usually have a clear order: Subject-Verb-Object, also known as SVO. Let’s break it down step by step:

1. Subject (S): This is the person or thing doing the action.

   • For example: Je (I)

2. Verb (V): This is the action that is happening.

   • For example: mange (eat)

3. Object (O): This is what the action is being done to.

   • For example: une pomme (an apple)

Example Sentences

Here are some examples of sentences using this structure:

1. Je mange une pomme. (I eat an apple.)
2. Tu regardes la télévision. (You watch the television.)
3. Il lit un livre. (He reads a book.)
4. Nous aimons le chocolat. (We love chocolate.)
5. Elles jouent au football. (They play soccer.)

When you get the hang of this structure, you'll be able to make clear and correct sentences in French!