What is the subjunctive?

The subjunctive is a special verb form or mood used to express actions of uncertainty, possibility and probability. Feelings of doubt and statements of necessity also use the subjunctive. Clause are nearly always introdued by the pronouns qui and que.

LS
Answered by Liam S. French tutor

2819 Views

See similar French A Level tutors

Related French A Level answers

All answers ▸

Which of the following sentences are grammatically incorrect, and why? 1) Elle lui a dit de la laisser car elle est fâché, 2) Elle l'a dit de la laisser car elle est fâchée, or 3) Elle lui a dit de la laisser car elle est fâchée?


How do you structure an essay in French?


How can I improve my accent in French?


How is the French subjunctive mood constructed?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning