on and nous

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on and nous

In writing French, when do you use "on" and when do you use "nous" ?

This question relates to:French writing exercise "Our camper holiday [US: RV vacation]"

Freeform Writing Exercise B2

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Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

If using a higher register, you would normally use nous for a defined group of people and on for a general group (where you might use "one" in English).

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on and nous

In writing French, when do you use "on" and when do you use "nous" ?

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