| 15.8.3.3.4 Both is possible, infinitive construction ond subordinate phrase |
In some cases both is possible infinitive construction ond subordinate phrase. Verbs of saying, meaning, hope and believe can form a subordinate clause starting with que, even if both actions have the same subject.
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Il dit qu' il ne sait pas écrire. construction with infinitive possible: Il dit ne pas savoir écrire. He says that he does not know how to write. He says not to know how to write. |
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Il affirme qu' il ne la connaît pas. construction with infinitive possible: Il affirme ne pas la connaître. He claims that he does not know her. He claims not to know her. |
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Je crois que j' ai assez d' argent. construction with infinitive possible: Je crois avoir assez d' argent. I believe that I have enough money. I believe to have enough money. |
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