Expressions of Purpose in French

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Expression of purpose in French often uses a main clause + conjunction + subordinate clause.

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This structure is essential for conveying purpose in sentences.

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"Pour que" is used with the subjunctive to express purpose.

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It indicates the intention behind an action.

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"De peur que" is used with the subjunctive to avoid an action's result.

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This phrase expresses caution.

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"De crainte que" is used with the subjunctive to avoid an action's result.

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It conveys a similar meaning to "de peur que."

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"Dans l’espoir que" is used with the future or conditional to express hope.

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It indicates a hopeful expectation.

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"Avec l’espoir que" is used with the future or conditional to express hope.

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This phrase also conveys a sense of hope.

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Main verb + preposition + infinitive: FOR / NOT TO

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I call to go to the cinema.

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Main verb + preposition + infinitive: IN SUCH A WAY AS TO

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I had dressed in such a way as to be recognized.

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Main verb + preposition + infinitive: WITH THE PERSPECTIVE OF

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She wrote to you with the perspective of having a job interview.

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Main verb + preposition + infinitive: WITH THE INTENTION OF

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Paul came with the intention of offering you this gift.