Key learning points

1. Use reflexive pronouns (me, te, se...) before the verb when subject and object of the verb are the same person.
2. Some verbs use reflexive pronouns in French when their English translation doesn't include a reflexive idea.
3. To replace a noun that is the object, use direct object pronouns le/la/l' before the verb to mean 'him', 'her' or 'it'.
4. Direct object pronouns are positioned before the verb.
5. Reflexive pronouns me, te and se are shortened to m', t' and s' before a vowel or silent 'h'

Keywords

• Reflexive pronoun - used to indicate when the subject and object of a verb are the same, words like 'myself' and 'yourself'

• Direct object pronoun - replaces the noun receiving the action of the verb e.g. it, him, her

Common misconception