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La syntaxe
This refers to the set of rules that dictate how words are arranged to form sentences. In French, syntax is often stricter regarding the placement of pronouns than in English.
Examples in context
La syntaxe de cette phrase est très complexe.
The syntax of this sentence is very complex.
Il faut respecter les règles de la syntaxe.
You must follow the rules of syntax.
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