What is a french definite article?

The French definite article is a word that comes before a noun to specify that the noun is already known or understood by the speaker and listener.

Here are the most common French definite articles:

* Le (masculine singular): Used before masculine nouns starting with a consonant sound. Example: Le livre (the book)

* La (feminine singular): Used before feminine nouns starting with a consonant sound. Example: La table (the table)

* L' (masculine or feminine singular): Used before nouns starting with a vowel sound or a silent "h". Example: L'homme (the man), l'arbre (the tree)

* Les (plural): Used for all plural nouns. Example: Les livres (the books), les tables (the tables)

Here's how to use them:

1. Knowing the gender of the noun: You need to know if the noun is masculine or feminine.

2. Knowing if it's singular or plural: The form of the article changes depending on whether the noun is singular or plural.

3. Considering the sound of the first letter: The definite article "l'" is used before nouns starting with a vowel sound or a silent "h".

Examples:

* Le chat (the cat)

* La chaise (the chair)

* L'ordinateur (the computer)

* Les fleurs (the flowers)

Note: There are some special cases and exceptions, but these are the basic rules.