LMA: Direct object pronouns - Negatives

Direct object pronouns in negative sentences

In a negative sentence, ne...pas go around the conjugated verb and the direct object pronoun.

Brightly colored belt and socks with dialogues in French; transcription below image.

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The image contains two sections, each featuring a brightly colored fashion item accompanied by a conversation in French.

On the left side, there is an illustration of a belt with an abstract pattern in yellow, orange, and black on a green circle background. Below it, a dialogue between Alexis and Marc is presented.

Alexis: Aimez-vous ma nouvelle ceinture ?

Marc: Je ne l'aime pas trop.

On the right side, a pair of socks with green, orange, and red polka dots on a similarly patterned background is shown. Below the socks is a conversation between Marie and Pauline.

Marie: Aimes-tu mes chaussettes à pois ?

Pauline: Non, je ne les aime pas.

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