Why used une before name of profession

Sumesh A.C1Kwiziq community member

Why used une before name of profession

You have used une in vous êtes une artiste but as i learnt from you that don't use un or une before any profession 

Asked 4 years ago
CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Sumesh,

In this case, 'artiste' isn't a job but more of a compliment like you would say -

Vous êtes une star/un chef ...

Hope this helps!

Why used une before name of profession

You have used une in vous êtes une artiste but as i learnt from you that don't use un or une before any profession 

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