On prend le train is we're taking the train? Why not nous prenons?

Beth B.A0Kwiziq community member

Asked 5 years ago

CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Beth,

You can say both but the French love using 'on' for 'nous' so it is beneficial to get used to it....

Like75 years ago

Beth B.A0Kwiziq community member

merci!

Like05 years ago

Margaret F.B1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

It's just quicker, both are correct but _on_ is colloquial

Like04 years ago

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