Indicators for Passé composé

The French passé composé is a past tense formed by combining the present tense of avoir (to have) or être (to be) as an auxiliary verb with a past participle. Sometimes it is hard to identify when to use Passé composé or Imparfait. These Past Tense Indicators -“Indicators for Passé composé”  are used for passé composé, therefore they can help when you are writing in past tense. Review them and you will improve and expand your French grammar skills as well. Enjoy!

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Grammar : Past Tense Indicators

Past Tense Indicators –  Flashcards

You can also practice  these Past Tense Indicators using the flashcards in the following Quizlet and then feel free to use the different options from Quizlet, such us match, learn, test or spell.

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Mastering these indicators is essential for effectively conveying past actions and events. By familiarizing yourself with phrases like “hier” (yesterday), “la semaine dernière” (last week), and “il y a deux jours” (two days ago), you will be able to add clarity and detail to your writing. Practice using these indicators in various sentences and contexts to enhance your fluency. Additionally, understanding their proper placement within a sentence will allow you to construct more complex and nuanced narratives. Keep practicing, and you will see significant progress in your ability to express past events accurately and vividly in French. Happy learning!