Definite article with names of continents/countries/counties/regions/states

H. A.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

When do you use the definite article with names that don't normally have one?

Asked 10 months ago

CélineKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Bonjour H,

In French, continents, countries, regions, and some cities (La Rochelle, Le Havre...)use a definite article.

I hope this is helpful.

Bonne journée !

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H. A. asked:

When do you use the definite article with names that don't normally have one?

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