/kə/

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Translation

that, which, what

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Word origin

From Latin quem ('whom'), the accusative of qui, alongside influence from quia and quid. It serves as both a relative pronoun and a conjunction.

Origin
Latin
Root
quem

Short forms

  • qu'before a vowel

    Je pense qu'il a raison.

    I think he is right.

Examples

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I know that you are right.

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I think that it's a good idea.

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You must arrive on time.

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She thinks that the meeting will be cancelled tomorrow.

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The cake that you made is delicious.

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This word is taught in chapter 2, lesson 1: que, être, avoir and 7 more words.