Why is the indirect object pronoun required with this expression?
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John C.Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor
Why is the indirect object pronoun required with this expression?
The verb aller does not require à so the direct object pronoun seems more correct. Also the direct object pronoun seems even more correct in the negative, when the clothing does not suit someone. Thanks.
This question relates to:French lesson "Aller à = to suit someone (French Expressions with aller)"
Asked 8 years ago
Bonjour John,
The expression "aller à quelqu'un" (i.e. to suit someone) literally means "to go to someone", so it asks for an indirect object pronoun.
E.g. Ce pull me va. (This jumper suits me.) [lit: This jumper goes TO me.]
I hope that's helpful!
The expression "aller à quelqu'un" (i.e. to suit someone) literally means "to go to someone", so it asks for an indirect object pronoun.
E.g. Ce pull me va. (This jumper suits me.) [lit: This jumper goes TO me.]
I hope that's helpful!
LauraNative French expert teacher in Kwiziq
Bonjour John,
The expression is "aller à" = to suit. For this meaning, the preposition is required, so that means the indirect object pronoun is required.
Also, it's impossible to use aller + direct object, for any meaning.
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