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A1Grammar cheat sheet
Subject pronouns
High-priority A1 grammar concept for TEF/TCF preparation: Subject pronouns.
Quick rule
Pronouns replace repeated nouns; put them before the conjugated verb, except with affirmative imperatives.
Patterns to memorize
- direct object: le, la, l', les
- indirect object: lui, leur
- common order: me/te/se/nous/vous + le/la/les + lui/leur + y + en
Where to use it
- Avoiding repetition in writing
- MCQ questions about pronoun order
- Answering questions clearly and concisely
High-value examples
Je lui ai envoyé le formulaire.
I sent the form to him/her.
Indirect object pronoun before auxiliary.
Elle nous les a expliquées.
She explained them to us.
Double pronoun order.
Common mistakes
- Using lui for a thing
- Putting pronouns after a normal conjugated verb
- Changing the order in double-pronoun sentences
Mini drill
- Replace repeated nouns with le/la/les.
- Write 3 sentences with lui or leur.
- Try 2 double-pronoun sentences.
Exam target
Use Subject pronouns in level-appropriate sentences.Recognize common errors and produce a corrected version.Apply the form in short exam-style writing.