il y a
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., il était une fois).
phrase
a. there's
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., le chat).
(singular)
Il y a un renard dans le jardin.There's a fox in the backyard.
b. there is
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., le chat).
(singular)
Il y a un problème avec le nouveau modèle de ce téléphone portable.There is a problem with the new model of this cell phone.
c. there are
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., les livres).
(plural)
Il y a des manifestants devant le Ministère de l'agriculture.There are protestors in front of the Department of Agriculture.
a. ago (adverb)
L’accord a été signé il y a quelques jours.The agreement was signed a few days ago.
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