Meaning
To complete assigned school tasks at home.
Cultural Background
Homework is a daily ritual for primary and secondary students. Similar usage to France, though 'devoirs' are sometimes called 'travaux pratiques'. Very similar to French usage, standard in all schools. Standard usage, often emphasized in the 'gymnase'.
Possessive Agreement
Always check the subject. Je -> mes, Tu -> tes, Il/Elle -> ses.
Metaphorical Power
Use it in business to sound like a native speaker who prepares well.
Meaning
To complete assigned school tasks at home.
Possessive Agreement
Always check the subject. Je -> mes, Tu -> tes, Il/Elle -> ses.
Metaphorical Power
Use it in business to sound like a native speaker who prepares well.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct possessive adjective.
Je dois faire ____ devoirs.
Since the subject is 'Je', the possessive must be 'mes'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
The possessive 'ses' is required for the third person singular.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tu sors ce soir ? B: Non, je dois ____.
The context implies a reason for staying in to study.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesJe dois faire ____ devoirs.
Since the subject is 'Je', the possessive must be 'mes'.
Choose the correct sentence.
The possessive 'ses' is required for the third person singular.
A: Tu sors ce soir ? B: Non, je dois ____.
The context implies a reason for staying in to study.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, 'devoirs' is almost always plural in this context.
Yes, though 'travaux' is also common.
Related Phrases
avoir des devoirs
similarto have homework
faire le ménage
contrastto do housework
apprendre ses leçons
similarto learn one's lessons
