Why plural?

James M.C1Kwiziq community member

Why "prêts", and not "prêt"? "On", the subject of the sentence is singular. Should not the adjective also be singular?

Asked 4 years ago

CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi James,

The text says -

"... qu'on soit prêts ou pas, notre vie ..."

Since it refers to several people, on counts as a plural and the -s is added.

Take a look at the following Kwiziq lesson to refresh your memory -

Bonne Continuation!

Like24 years ago

Why "prêts", and not "prêt"? "On", the subject of the sentence is singular. Should not the adjective also be singular?

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