If you use an adjective that's not on the BEFORE list with a short adverb, does it stay BEHIND the noun or not? "Une très gentille fille."

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If you use an adjective that's not on the BEFORE list with a short adverb, does it stay BEHIND the noun or not? "Une très gentille fille."

Asked 5 years ago
CécileKwiziq team memberCorrect answer

Hi Tilen,

You can say both,

Une très gentille fille  and    Une fille très gentille.

Un bien meilleur élève  or   Un élève bien meilleur

Une maison très confortable   or    Une très confortable maison ...

Hope this helps!

If you use an adjective that's not on the BEFORE list with a short adverb, does it stay BEHIND the noun or not? "Une très gentille fille."

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