In the examples above, why isn't it: - Je n'écoute jamais AU prof'

Stewart H.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

In the examples above, why isn't it: - Je n'écoute jamais AU prof'

This question relates to:French lesson "Ne ... jamais = Never (French Negations)"

Asked 7 years ago

AurélieKwiziq Head of French, Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Bonjour Stewart !

It's because the verb écouter takes a direct object in French, unlike in English:

écouter [quelqu'un] = to listen to [someone]

J'écoute ma mère.
I listen to my mother.

Bonne journée !

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Stewart H.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Merci

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In the examples above, why isn't it: - Je n'écoute jamais AU prof'

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