Verbs that take DE
In French, there are many verbs that are followed by the preposition “DE” when used in certain contexts. These verbs are often referred to as “verbs that take DE.” The choice of preposition can sometimes be idiosyncratic and depends on the specific verb and its meaning. Here are some common verbs that are followed by the preposition “DE”:
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Grammar: Verbs that take DE
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Avoir besoin de | to need |
Avoir peur de | to be afraid of |
Avoir envie de | to feel like, to want |
Parler de | to talk about |
Parler de quelqu’un | to speak of someone |
Rêver de | to dream of |
Se servir de | to use |
Se moquer de | to make fun of, to mock |
Se souvenir de | to remember |
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Grammar: Verbs that take à – part 2
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Être fier de | To be proud of |
Être responsable de | To Be responsible for |
Arrêter de | To stop |
Décider de | To decide to |
Essayer de | To try to |
Oublier de | To forget to |
Refuser de | To refuse to |
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