You have used une in vous êtes une artiste but as i learnt from you that don't use un or une before any profession
Why used une before name of profession
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Sumesh A.Kwiziq community member
Why used une before name of profession
This question relates to:French writing exercise "Interview with a jewellery creator"
Asked 4 years ago
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Hi Sumesh,
In this case, 'artiste' isn't a job but more of a compliment like you would say -
Vous êtes une star/un chef ...
Hope this helps!
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