French possessive adjectives

French possessive adjectives are essential for indicating ownership or belonging. They agree in gender and number with the noun they modify, not with the possessor. Let's explore their forms and usage.

Forms of French possessive adjectives

Singular possessors

• My: mon (m), ma (f), mes (pl)
• Your: ton (m), ta (f), tes (pl)
• His/Her/Its: son (m), sa (f), ses (pl)

Plural possessors

• Our: notre (m/f), nos (pl)
• Your: votre (m/f), vos (pl)
• Their: leur (m/f), leurs (pl)

Usage and agreement

Possessive adjectives in French agree with the noun they modify:

• Mon livre (my book) - masculine singular
• Ma voiture (my car) - feminine singular
• Mes amis (my friends) - plural (any gender)

Special cases

Before feminine nouns starting with a vowel or mute 'h', use the masculine form for euphony:

• Mon amie (my friend, feminine)
• Son histoire (his/her story)

Examples in context

• J'ai perdu mon portefeuille. (I lost my wallet.)
• Elle a oublié ses clés. (She forgot her keys.)
• Nous aimons notre maison. (We love our house.)

Remember, French possessive adjectives change based on the noun they describe, not the possessor. Practice regularly to master their use in various contexts.