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what is the difference between using votre and ton.  For example why in " Les filles aiment ________ yeux." I should use tes  why cant I use vos

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what is the difference between using votre and ton.  For example why in " Les filles aiment ________ yeux." I should use tes  why cant I use vos

This question relates to:French lesson "Common mistakes with mon/ma/mes, ton/ta/tes and son/sa/ses (French Possessive Adjectives)"
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AurélieNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Bonjour Raghad !

The difference is the same as between "tu" and "vous" : 
https://progress.lawlessfrench.com/revision/grammar/tu-and-vous-are-used-for-three-types-of-you

In the context of this specific question, you were given the hint: "Use the 'tu' form", which meant only "tes yeux" was correct there.

I hope that's helpful!
Bonne journée !

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what is the difference between using votre and ton.  For example why in " Les filles aiment ________ yeux." I should use tes  why cant I use vos

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