Why plural?

James M.C1Kwiziq community member

Why plural?

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

This question relates to:French dictation exercise "A radiant mother"

Dictation exercise C1

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CécileKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect 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 -

https://progress.lawlessfrench.com/revision/grammar/on-can-mean-we-one-and-people

Bonne Continuation!

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James M. asked:

Why plural?

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

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