B2 Conjunctions & Connectors 12 min read Moyen

Quoi que ce soit, où que ce soit, qui que ce soit (Clauses de Généralisation)

Utiliser les mots en -ever rend ton anglais super fluide et inclusif, comme si tu disais peu importe ou "n'importe quel
. Pense à eux comme des outils pour exprimer la
flexibilité" et l'indifférence.
Marquer comme appris
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Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds

Use '-ever' words to say 'it doesn't matter which' or 'any at all' without needing a specific noun.

  • Add '-ever' to wh-words like what, where, and who to create a sense of 'any' or 'no matter what'.
  • Use them as subjects or objects: 'Whatever you decide is fine' (Subject clause).
  • Use them as connectors between two ideas: 'I'll follow you wherever you go' (Adverbial clause).
Wh-word + ever + Subject + Verb = ♾️ (Anything/Anywhere/Anyone)

Overview

### Overview
La maîtrise des propositions généralisantes en -ever constitue une étape charnière pour tout apprenant de niveau B2. Si tu as déjà eu l'impression que ton anglais manquait de souplesse ou que tu devais systématiquement passer par des structures lourdes comme it doesn't matter who ou any person that, alors ces outils sont faits pour toi. En anglais, l'ajout du suffixe -ever aux pronoms interrogatifs (who, what, where, etc.) permet de transformer une question spécifique en une déclaration universelle et indéfinie.
En gros, ces mots servent à exprimer l'idée que le choix est ouvert, illimité ou sans importance. En français, nous traduisons souvent ces structures par des expressions comme « quiconque », « quoi que », « où que » ou encore le très polyvalent « peu importe ». Cependant, là où le français exige souvent l'utilisation du subjonctif (ex: « quoi que tu fasses »), l'anglais reste fidèle à sa simplicité structurelle en utilisant généralement l'indicatif.
C'est une excellente nouvelle pour toi : moins de conjugaisons complexes à gérer, mais une précision chirurgicale à acquérir dans le choix du mot et sa place dans la phrase.
Comprendre whoever, whatever ou wherever, c'est s'offrir la possibilité de nuancer son discours, de paraître plus naturel lors d'une réunion au bureau ou plus fluide lors d'une discussion entre amis. C'est l'outil parfait pour exprimer une concession ou une liberté totale de choix sans alourdir tes phrases.
### How This Grammar Works
Pour comprendre comment ces mots fonctionnent, il faut d'abord accepter qu'ils créent des propositions dépendantes (ou subordonnées). Cela signifie qu'une proposition commençant par whatever ne peut pas, en théorie, se suffire à elle-même ; elle doit être rattachée à une proposition principale.
En anglais, ces mots remplissent deux fonctions grammaticales majeures que nous allons décortiquer ensemble.
#### 1. Les propositions nominales (Nominal Clauses)
Dans ce cas, le mot en -ever et tout ce qui le suit agissent comme un nom. Cela signifie que l'ensemble de la proposition peut être le sujet du verbe, son complément d'objet, ou le complément d'une préposition. C'est une structure très élégante qui permet de condenser l'information.
  • Whoever (Quiconque / La personne qui) : Il remplace un sujet humain inconnu.
  • Whoever is responsible for this mess needs to clean it up. (Ici, Whoever is responsible for this mess est le sujet du verbe needs). En français, on dirait : « Quiconque est responsable... » ou « Celui qui est responsable... ».
  • Whatever (Tout ce que / Quoi que ce soit) : Il remplace une chose ou une idée.
  • I will do whatever it takes. (Ici, whatever it takes est l'objet de do). En français : « Je ferai tout ce qu'il faudra ».
  • Whichever (N'importe lequel / Celui que) : On l'utilise quand le choix est limité à un groupe d'options déjà défini.
  • You can take whichever car you prefer. (Il y a un choix entre deux ou trois voitures précises).
#### 2. Les propositions adverbiales (Adverbial Clauses)
Ici, la proposition en -ever agit comme un adverbe. Elle apporte une précision sur les circonstances de l'action principale (le lieu, le moment, la manière) et exprime souvent une concession. En français, c'est là que nous utilisons systématiquement le subjonctif.
  • Wherever (Où que / Partout où) :
  • Wherever you go, I will follow. (Où que tu ailles, je te suivrai). Note bien l'absence de subjonctif en anglais !
  • Whenever (Chaque fois que / Peu importe quand) :
  • Whenever I see her, she’s smiling. (Chaque fois que je la vois...).
  • However (De quelque manière que / Aussi... que) :
  • C'est le plus complexe. Il exprime le degré ou la manière. However hard he tries, he fails. (Aussi dur qu'il essaie / Quels que soient ses efforts...).
### Formation Pattern
La construction est assez systématique, mais il y a des règles de ponctuation et d'ordre des mots que tu dois respecter scrupuleusement pour sonner comme un natif.
| Mot en -ever | Structure Type | Traduction Intuitive | Exemple |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whoever | Whoever + Verbe | Quiconque / Celui qui | Whoever wins gets a prize. |
| Whatever | Whatever + Sujet + Verbe | Quoi que / Tout ce que | Whatever you say is fine. |
| Whichever | Whichever (+ Nom) + S + V | Lequel / Celle que | Choose whichever one you like. |
| Wherever | Wherever + Sujet + Verbe | Où que / Partout où | Wherever he lives, it's far. |
| Whenever | Whenever + Sujet + Verbe | N'importe quand / Dès que | Call me whenever you arrive. |
| However | However + Adjectif + S + V | Aussi [adj] que... | However fast you run... |
La règle d'or de la ponctuation :
Si tu commences ta phrase par la proposition en -ever, tu dois mettre une virgule avant la proposition principale. Si elle arrive en fin de phrase, la virgule disparaît généralement.
  • Wherever you go, don't forget your coat. (Virgule obligatoire).
  • Don't forget your coat wherever you go. (Pas de virgule).
Le cas particulier de However :
C'est l'erreur la plus fréquente chez les francophones. Pour exprimer « aussi... que » ou « peu importe à quel point », However doit être immédiatement suivi de l'adjectif ou de l'adverbe. On ne dit pas However it is expensive, mais However expensive it is.
### When To Use It
Pourquoi s'embêter avec ces mots alors qu'on peut utiliser des structures plus simples ? Parce que le niveau B2 demande de la nuance et de la précision. Voici les quatre contextes principaux où ces clauses sont indispensables.
#### 1. Pour exprimer l'indifférence ou la généralité totale
C'est l'usage le plus courant. Tu veux dire que l'identité spécifique de la personne ou de la chose n'a aucune importance. C'est très utile dans les situations sociales ou au restaurant.
  • What do you want for dinner? -> Whatever you're having. (Ce que tu prends, peu importe).
  • Who should I invite? -> Whoever you want. (Invite qui tu veux).
#### 2. Pour offrir un choix ouvert (The Open Choice)
C'est le langage de la liberté. Au bureau, par exemple, pour déléguer une tâche avec souplesse :
  • You can organize the files however you think is best. (Organise-les comme tu le souhaites).
  • Pick whichever laptop is available. (Prends celui qui est libre, parmi ceux-là).
#### 3. Pour la concession (The Power of Concession)
Ici, on reconnaît un fait (souvent un obstacle) mais on affirme que cela ne change rien au résultat. C'est une structure très puissante pour argumenter.
  • However tired I am, I always go to the gym. (Même si je suis fatigué / Aussi fatigué que je sois...).
  • Wherever he hides, the police will find him. (Où qu'il se cache...).
#### 4. Dans un contexte formel ou juridique
Les règlements utilisent souvent ces termes pour couvrir toutes les éventualités sans avoir à les lister une par une.
  • Whoever violates the safety protocol will be dismissed. (Quiconque enfreint le protocole...).
  • The company is not responsible for whatever happens to personal belongings. (La société n'est pas responsable de quoi que ce soit qui arrive aux effets personnels).
### Common Mistakes
En tant que francophone, ton cerveau va essayer de traduire littéralement tes structures habituelles. Voici les pièges dans lesquels tu ne dois pas tomber.
1. L'ordre des mots avec However
En français, on dit : « Aussi difficile que soit la tâche... ». En anglais, on a tendance à vouloir dire : However is difficult the task... ou However the task is difficult. C'est faux !
  • L'erreur : However it is hot, I will go out.
  • La correction : However hot it is, I will go out.
  • Pourquoi ? L'adjectif hot doit « coller » à however pour former un bloc adverbial.
2. Confondre Whatever et Whichever
C'est la même distinction qu'entre What et Which. Si tu as un choix illimité, utilise Whatever. Si tu as un choix entre des options précises (un menu, deux voitures, trois dossiers), utilise Whichever.
  • L'erreur : (Devant un buffet de 50 plats) Choose whichever you want. (Sauf si tu pointes deux plats spécifiques).
  • La correction : Choose whatever you want.
3. Utiliser Whatever pour des personnes
En français, on peut parfois dire « n'importe quoi » de façon très large. En anglais, Whatever est strictement réservé aux objets, idées ou actions. Pour les humains, c'est Whoever.
  • L'erreur : Whatever comes to the party is welcome.
  • La correction : Whoever comes to the party is welcome.
  • Note : Utiliser whatever pour parler d'une personne est extrêmement impoli, voire déshumanisant.
4. Le piège du subjonctif
C'est l'erreur invisible. Tu vas vouloir mettre un should ou une forme complexe là où un simple présent suffit.
  • L'erreur : Wherever you may go... (C'est possible mais très littéraire/poétique).
  • La correction : Wherever you go... (Plus naturel et moderne).
### Contrast With Similar Patterns
Il existe d'autres manières d'exprimer ces idées. Comparons-les pour voir quand utiliser quoi.
| Structure | Registre | Nuance | Exemple |
|---|---|---|---|
| -ever (ex: Whatever) | Standard / Avancé | Fluide, intégré à la phrase. | I'll eat whatever you cook. |
| No matter wh- | Neutre / Emphatique | Insiste sur le fait que l'obstacle n'a aucun impact. | No matter what you cook, I'll eat it. |
| Any... that | Basique / Factuel | Plus descriptif, moins nuancé. | I will eat any food that you cook. |
| It doesn't matter... | Oral / Relâché | Sépare clairement les deux idées. | It doesn't matter what you cook, I'll eat it. |
Le duel However vs However :
Attention ! Il ne faut pas confondre le however de généralisation que nous étudions ici avec le however de liaison (connecteur logique) qui signifie « cependant ».
  • Connecteur : It's raining. However, I'm going out. (Cependant / Pourtant). Il y a toujours une virgule après.
  • Généralisant : However hard it rains, I'm going out. (Peu importe à quel point il pleut). Pas de virgule après however.
### Quick FAQ
1. Est-ce que Whatever est impoli ?
Utilisé seul comme une interjection (Whatever!), oui, c'est très familier et cela signifie « C'est ça, cause toujours » ou « Je m'en fiche ». Mais utilisé dans une phrase grammaticale comme nous l'avons vu, c'est parfaitement correct et professionnel.
2. Doit-on utiliser Whomsoever ?
Franchement ? Non. C'est une forme archaïque que tu ne trouveras que dans des textes juridiques du 19ème siècle ou dans la Bible. Au niveau B2, contente-toi de Whoever. Même à l'écrit formel, Whoever est largement accepté aujourd'hui.
3. Quelle est la différence entre Whenever et Every time ?
Every time insiste sur la répétition systématique de chaque occurrence. Whenever est plus large et met l'accent sur le fait que le moment choisi n'a pas d'importance. Whenever you're ready, we can go (Dès que tu es prêt) est plus naturel que Every time you're ready.
4. Puis-je utiliser Anywhere à la place de Wherever ?
Parfois, oui. You can sit anywhere et You can sit wherever you want sont proches. Cependant, Wherever introduit souvent une action plus complexe : Wherever you decide to sit, make sure you can see the screen.

The '-ever' Word Family

Word Refers To Meaning Example
Whoever
People (Subject)
Any person who
Whoever knows, tell me.
Whomever
People (Object)
Any person whom
Invite whomever you like.
Whatever
Things/Actions
Anything that
Do whatever is necessary.
Whichever
Specific Choice
Any one of a set
Take whichever you prefer.
Wherever
Place
Anywhere that
Sit wherever you want.
Whenever
Time
Any time that
Come whenever you can.
However
Manner/Degree
In any way that
However you do it, do it well.

Common Conversational Shortenings

Full Phrase Short Form Usage Note
It doesn't matter what.
Whatever.
Can be dismissive or neutral.
At any time you like.
Whenever.
Very common in casual plans.
In any place you like.
Wherever.
Used when giving freedom of choice.

Meanings

A group of compound pronouns and adverbs used to refer to an unknown or non-specific person, thing, or place, often implying that the specific identity is unimportant.

1

Indifference/Any Choice

Used to express that any option from a set is acceptable or possible.

“Eat whatever you like from the fridge.”

“You can sit wherever there is an empty seat.”

2

No Matter What/Who/Where

Used to introduce a concessive clause, showing that the main clause remains true regardless of the condition.

“Whatever happens, stay calm.”

“Wherever he goes, he makes friends.”

3

Sarcastic Indifference

A one-word response used to show that the speaker does not care about what was just said.

“A: 'You're late again!' B: 'Whatever.'”

“I don't care, whatever.”

4

Unknown Identity

Used when the speaker truly does not know the identity of the person or thing.

“Whoever broke the window must pay for it.”

“I'll buy whatever is cheapest.”

Reference Table

Reference table for Quoi que ce soit, où que ce soit, qui que ce soit (Clauses de Généralisation)
Mot en -ever Sens général Exemple concret
Whoever
N'importe qui / Peu importe qui
Whoever arrives first can choose the music.
Whatever
N'importe quoi / Peu importe quoi
You can pick whatever movie you want.
Wherever
N'importe où / Peu importe où
I'll meet you wherever is convenient.
Whenever
N'importe quand / Peu importe quand
Call me whenever you're free.
However
Peu importe à quel point (+ adj/adv)
However difficult it seems, keep trying.
Whichever
N'importe lequel (choix limité)
Choose whichever dessert looks best.

Spectre de formalité

Formel
You may select whichever option you deem most appropriate.

You may select whichever option you deem most appropriate. (Decision making)

Neutre
You can choose whatever you want.

You can choose whatever you want. (Decision making)

Informel
Pick whatever.

Pick whatever. (Decision making)

Argot
Whatever, man.

Whatever, man. (Decision making)

Les mots en -Ever : Concepts Clés

Mots en WH-EVER

Sens de base

  • Peu importe qui/quoi/où Indifference to specifics
  • N'importe quel + (Nom/Adverbe) Open choice/generalization

Formes principales

  • Whoever People (subject)
  • Whatever Things/situations
  • Wherever Places
  • Whenever Times
  • However Manner/Degree (with adj/adv)
  • Whichever Limited choices

WHATEVER vs. WHICHEVER : Choisir son 'N'importe'

Whatever
Choix illimité You can eat whatever you want for dinner.
Situations générales Whatever happens, we'll deal with it.
Whichever
Choix limité Pick whichever book from these two.
Options précises Whichever route looks faster, take that one.

Utiliser 'However' (Généralisation) ou 'However' (Transition) ?

1

Est-ce que 'however' est suivi direct d'un adjectif ou adverbe ?

YES
Utilise 'However' (Généralisation - sens 'peu importe à quel point')
NO
Est-ce qu'il connecte deux phrases indépendantes (sens 'mais') ?
2

Est-ce qu'il connecte deux phrases indépendantes ?

YES
Utilise 'However' (Mot de transition - souvent avec une virgule)
NO
Réévalue la structure de ta phrase.

Les mots en -Ever en action

🙌

Choix libre & Flexibilité

  • • Order whatever looks good on the menu.
  • • Meet whenever works for you.
  • • Sit wherever you're comfortable.
💪

Emphase & Concession

  • • However tired you are, you must finish.
  • • Whoever objects, the decision stands.
  • • Whatever the cost, we need to do it.
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Exemples par niveau

1

Eat whatever you want.

Eat anything you want.

2

Go wherever you like.

Go to any place you like.

3

Whoever is next, please come in.

The next person should come in.

4

Call me whenever.

Call me at any time.

1

Whatever you do, don't be late.

It doesn't matter what you do, just don't be late.

2

I will buy whichever one is cheaper.

I will buy the one that costs less money.

3

Wherever he lives, it is far from here.

His home is far, no matter where it is.

4

Whoever knows the answer, please speak.

Any person who knows the answer should talk.

1

You can invite whoever you want to the party.

You have permission to invite any person.

2

Whenever I see that movie, I cry.

Every single time I watch that movie, I cry.

3

Whichever path you take, be careful.

Regardless of the road you choose, stay safe.

4

Whatever the reason, he shouldn't have lied.

The reason is not important; the lie was wrong.

1

Whatever the outcome of the meeting, we must remain professional.

Regardless of what happens in the meeting, we need to stay professional.

2

Whoever is responsible for this error needs to fix it immediately.

The person who made the mistake must correct it now.

3

You may choose whichever of these three options suits you best.

Pick the one option from this specific list that you prefer.

4

Wherever you may find yourself in ten years, I hope you are happy.

No matter where your life takes you, I wish you happiness.

1

However much it costs, we have to buy it.

The price is irrelevant; the purchase is necessary.

2

Whomever the board appoints will have a difficult task ahead.

The person chosen by the board faces a challenge.

3

Whatever happens to be the case, the facts remain unchanged.

Regardless of the situation, the facts are the same.

4

Whenever the opportunity arises, one should take it.

One should seize any chance that appears.

1

Whithersoever they wandered, the echoes of the past followed.

No matter where they traveled, they were haunted by history.

2

The law applies to all, whoever they may be and whatever their status.

Legal rules are universal, regardless of identity or rank.

3

He was free to act howsoever he saw fit.

He could act in any way he decided was appropriate.

4

Whatever the merits of the argument, the delivery was flawed.

Even if the argument was good, the presentation was bad.

Facile à confondre

Whatever, Wherever, Whoever (Generalizing Clauses) vs Whatever vs. Whichever

Learners use 'whatever' for everything, but 'whichever' is required for limited choices.

Whatever, Wherever, Whoever (Generalizing Clauses) vs Whoever vs. Whomever

Learners are unsure when to use the 'm' version.

Whatever, Wherever, Whoever (Generalizing Clauses) vs However (Conjunction) vs. However (Adverb of Degree)

Learners confuse 'However, I like it' with 'However much I like it'.

Erreurs courantes

✗

What you want is okay.

✓

Whatever you want is okay.

In English, 'what' usually starts a question or a specific relative clause. For 'anything', use 'whatever'.
✗

I go where you go.

✓

I go wherever you go.

Use 'wherever' to mean 'to any place'.
✗

Who is there can come.

✓

Whoever is there can come.

Who is for questions; whoever is for 'any person'.
✗

When you want, call me.

✓

Whenever you want, call me.

Use 'whenever' for 'at any time'.
✗

Take whatever of these two.

✓

Take whichever of these two.

Use 'whichever' when the choice is limited to a specific set.
✗

Whatever he is rich, he is unhappy.

✓

However rich he is, he is unhappy.

Use 'however' + adjective to mean 'no matter how'.
✗

I'll find you where ever you are.

✓

I'll find you wherever you are.

It is one word, not two.
✗

Whoever you choose, I'll like them.

✓

Whomever you choose, I'll like them.

In formal writing, use 'whomever' as the object of the verb 'choose'.
✗

Whatever you do? I don't care.

✓

Whatever you do, I don't care.

These are not questions; they are statements/clauses.
✗

I will buy whatever is the cheapest.

✓

I will buy whichever is the cheapest.

If comparing a specific group of items, 'whichever' is better.
✗

He can do howsoever he likes.

✓

He can do however he likes.

'Howsoever' is archaic; 'however' is the modern standard.
✗

Whatever the weather will be, we will go.

✓

Whatever the weather is, we will go.

In generalizing clauses, we usually use the present tense for future meaning.
✗

Whomever wants to go can go.

✓

Whoever wants to go can go.

Don't use 'whomever' as a subject.
✗

Whatever of the options you pick...

✓

Whichever of the options you pick...

Limited options require 'whichever'.

Structures de phrases

Whatever ___, I will ___.

You can ___ whichever ___ you prefer.

Whoever ___ must ___.

Wherever you ___, you will find ___.

Real World Usage

Texting very common

A: 'Should we eat pizza or sushi?' B: 'Whatever you want is fine with me!'

Job Interview common

I am willing to relocate to wherever the company needs me most.

Customer Service very common

Whichever plan you choose, you'll get the first month free.

Travel/Tourism common

You can hop on or off the bus whenever you like.

Legal Contracts occasional

The tenant is responsible for any damage whatsoever.

Social Media very common

Post whatever makes you happy! #livelife

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L'astuce du 'No Matter'

Si tu hésites, remplace mentalement le mot par 'no matter who/what/where'. Si la phrase a toujours du sens, t'as le bon mot ! Par exemple : "No matter what you do, I'll be there."
⚠️

Attention au 'Whatever!' tout seul

Dans un contexte informel, lâcher un 'Whatever!' en solo peut paraître très impoli ou dédaigneux. Utilise-le avec précaution : "Whatever! I don't care about your opinion."
🎯

Le double jeu de 'However'

Retiens bien que 'however' peut signifier 'peu importe comment' (suivi d'un adj/adv) ou 'pourtant'. Cherche l'adjectif juste après pour trancher : "However hard you try, you'll succeed."
🌍

Partout, tout le temps

Ces mots sont ultra courants, que ce soit dans un essai académique ou dans les commentaires TikTok. Les maîtriser booste direct ta crédibilité :
Whoever made this video is a genius.
💡

Whichever vs. Whatever

Utilise 'whichever' quand tu as un choix limité (comme sur une carte de fidélité). 'Whatever', c'est pour l'illimité :
Choose whichever of these two shirts you like.

Smart Tips

Use 'whichever' to sound more precise and helpful.

Take whatever of these three cakes. → Take whichever of these three cakes you like.

Add 'whatsoever' at the end of the sentence.

I have no idea. → I have no idea whatsoever.

Always check for the comma after the first clause.

Whenever you are ready we can leave. → Whenever you are ready, we can leave.

Use 'whenever' or 'whichever' to give the other person the power to choose.

Tell me the time for the meeting. → I am free to meet whenever suits your schedule.

Prononciation

/wɒtˈev.ər/

Stress on the second syllable

In all '-ever' words, the primary stress falls on the 'ev' syllable.

/-ər/

The Schwa ending

The final 'er' is usually a weak schwa sound in British English, while the 'r' is pronounced in American English.

Rising-Falling on '-ever'

What-EV-er. ↘

Conveys sarcasm or dismissiveness.

Flat intonation in clauses

Whatever you do, ↗ don't move. ↘

Indicates the first part is a condition for the second.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

W-H-E-V-E-R: What, Who, Where, Which, When + EVER = Everything, Everyone, Everywhere, Every choice, Every time.

Association visuelle

Imagine a giant 'Open' sign that works for any person, at any time, in any place. The '-ever' suffix is the key that unlocks all the doors at once.

Rhyme

Wherever you go, whatever you do, whoever you meet, stay true to you.

Story

A traveler arrives in a magical city. The guard says, 'You can eat whatever you find, sleep wherever you land, and talk to whoever you meet. Whenever you are ready to leave, just say whichever word you like.'

Word Web

WhateverWhereverWhoeverWheneverWhicheverHoweverWhomever

Défi

Write three sentences about your dream vacation using 'wherever', 'whatever', and 'whenever'.

Notes culturelles

The word 'Whatever' became a major cultural catchphrase in the 1990s (popularized by movies like Clueless) to express 'I don't care' or 'Your argument is invalid'. It is still used today but can be seen as very rude if said to an elder or boss.

In legal documents, 'whosoever' and 'whatsoever' are used to ensure there are no loopholes, emphasizing that the rule applies to absolutely everyone and everything.

You might hear 'wherever at' or 'whenever at', though this is non-standard. Generally, '-ever' words are used similarly across all major English dialects.

Derived from Old English 'swa hwa swa' (so who so), which evolved into 'who-so-ever' and finally 'whoever'.

Amorces de conversation

“

If you could travel wherever you wanted right now, where would you go?

“

What is something you would do whatever the cost?

“

Whoever is your biggest inspiration, what have they taught you?

“

Whenever you feel stressed, what is your go-to activity?

Sujets d'écriture

Write about a person who has supported you 'whatever happens'.
Describe your ideal day. You can go wherever you want and do whatever you like.
Discuss the concept of 'whichever path you take' in life. Is there only one right way?
Argue for or against the statement: 'Whoever has the most money has the most power.'

Erreurs courantes

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

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Test Yourself

Choisis le mot de généralisation correct pour la phrase.

___ you do, don't forget to submit your assignment by midnight.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whatever
On parle d'une action ou d'une chose, pas d'une personne ou d'un lieu. 'Whatever' signifie 'peu importe ce que tu fais'.
Trouve et corrige l'erreur dans la phrase. Error Correction

Find and fix the mistake:

Who ever is responsible for this, needs to fix it immediately.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whoever is responsible for this, needs to fix it immediately.
Quand on veut dire 'peu importe qui', 'whoever' s'écrit en un seul mot.
Quelle phrase utilise correctement 'however' pour généraliser ? Choix multiple

Choisis la bonne phrase :

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: However severe the storm was, we managed to get home.
'However' signifiant 'peu importe à quel point' doit être suivi immédiatement d'un adjectif ('severe').
Traduis en anglais : 'Appelle quand tu veux.' Traduction

Traduis en anglais : 'Appelle quand tu veux.'

Answer starts with: ["C...

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["Call whenever you want.","Call whenever you like."]
'Quand tu veux' se traduit par 'whenever you want', indiquant un moment indéfini.

Score: /4

Exercices pratiques

8 exercises
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. Choix multiple

You can sit ___ you like in the cinema; it's almost empty.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: wherever
We are talking about a place (sitting), so 'wherever' is the correct choice.
Fill in the blank with the correct '-ever' word.

___ wins the race will receive a gold medal.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whoever
The subject is a person who wins a race.
Identify and correct the error in the sentence. Error Correction

Find and fix the mistake:

Whatever of these two books you choose, you will enjoy it.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whatever -> Whichever
Since there are 'two books' (a limited choice), 'whichever' must be used.
Rewrite the sentence using an '-ever' word. Sentence Transformation

It doesn't matter what he says, I don't believe him.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whatever he says, I don't believe him.
'It doesn't matter what' becomes 'Whatever'.
Match the '-ever' word with its meaning. Match Pairs

1. Whenever, 2. Wherever, 3. Whichever

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 1-Any time, 2-Any place, 3-Any specific one
These are the standard definitions.
Complete the dialogue. Dialogue Completion

A: 'When should I call you?' B: '___ is best for you.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whenever
The question asks 'When', so the answer refers to time.
Which word is used for a limited choice? Grammar Sorting

Choose the word for limited sets.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whichever
'Whichever' is the only one used for a specific selection.
Is the following rule true or false? True False Rule

'Whomever' is used as the subject of a sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: False
'Whomever' is an object pronoun; 'Whoever' is the subject pronoun.

Score: /8

Practice Bank

12 exercises
Complète la phrase avec le mot correct. Texte trous

The manager said ___ finishes the report first can leave early.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whoever
Identifie l'erreur et choisis la phrase correcte. Error Correction

You can pick what ever flavor you prefer from the ice cream case.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: You can pick whichever flavor you prefer from the ice cream case.
Sélectionne la phrase correcte. Choix multiple

Quelle phrase est grammaticalement correcte ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: She finds adventure, wherever she goes.
Traduis la phrase en anglais naturel. Traduction

Traduis : 'Peu importe ce que tu dis, je ne changerai pas d'avis.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["Whatever you say, I won't change my mind.","Whatever you say, I will not change my mind."]
Forme une phrase correcte. Sentence Reorder

Remets les mots dans l'ordre :

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: However hard he tries, he will be successful.
Relie les paires. Match Pairs

Associe le mot en 'wh-ever' à son usage :

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: matched
Choisis le mot le plus approprié. Texte trous

You can start the project ___ you feel ready, but don't delay too long.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: whenever
Corrige la phrase. Error Correction

I don't care what you do, just make sure it's done.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I don't care whatever you do, just make sure it's done.
Identifie l'usage correct. Choix multiple

Laquelle de ces phrases est correcte ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whoever broke the vase will have to pay for it.
Traduis en utilisant un mot en '-ever'. Traduction

Traduis : 'Où que tu ailles, je te suivrai.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["Wherever you go, I will follow you.","Wherever you go, I'll follow you."]
Reconstitue la phrase. Sentence Reorder

Remets les mots dans l'ordre :

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Whichever strategy is successful, implement.
Choisis le bon mot. Texte trous

Take ___ coat you want from the closet; they all fit.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: whichever

Score: /12

FAQ (8)

No, it depends on the context. In a sentence like `Whatever you want is fine`, it is helpful. As a one-word reply to a question, it is often seen as dismissive.

`Whoever` is a subject (like 'he' or 'she'), while `whomever` is an object (like 'him' or 'her'). In modern English, `whoever` is often used for both in casual speech.

Yes! `Wherever you go, I will follow` is a perfectly correct and common way to structure a sentence.

Use `whichever` when there is a limited number of options (e.g., 'Whichever of these two shirts...'). Use `whatever` when the options are open-ended.

If the '-ever' clause comes at the beginning of the sentence, you usually need a comma before the main clause: `Whatever she says, don't believe her.`

It is very rare and mostly found in legal or very old religious texts. In modern English, just use `however` or `in whatever way`.

Yes, but they express surprise or confusion: `Whatever are you doing?` (meaning 'What on earth are you doing?').

It is an emphatic version of 'at all', usually used in negative sentences: `I have no interest whatsoever.`

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In Other Languages

Spanish moderate

Cualquiera / Quienquiera / Dondequiera

English uses the indicative mood, while Spanish often uses the subjunctive.

French moderate

N'importe qui / Quiconque / Où que

French uses a phrase ('n'importe quoi') where English uses a single word ('whatever').

German high

Wer auch immer / Was auch immer

German separates the parts ('was auch immer') while English combines them ('whatever').

Japanese partial

〜でも (Nandemo, Dokodemo)

Japanese uses particles at the end of the word, whereas English uses a suffix.

Arabic low

أيّما / مهما (Ayyama / Mahma)

Arabic has distinct particles that don't always look like the question words.

Chinese low

无论...都 (Wúlùn... dōu)

Chinese requires a correlative 'dou' in the second clause to complete the meaning.

Learning Path

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Idées Contrastées : Utiliser whereas et while

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