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What is when translated from English to French?

"When" in English can be translated to French in several ways, depending on the context:

As a conjunction:

* Quand: This is the most common translation for "when" as a conjunction. It is used to introduce a subordinate clause that indicates time.

* Lorsque: This is a more formal translation for "when" and is often used in writing.

* Dès que: This translates to "as soon as" and is used when the action in the second clause happens immediately after the action in the first clause.

As an adverb:

* Quand: This is also used as an adverb to ask about time.

Examples:

* English: When will you be home?

* French: Quand rentreras-tu à la maison ?

* English: I'll call you when I get there.

* French: Je t'appellerai quand j'arriverai.

* English: We left when the sun set.

* French: Nous sommes partis lorsque le soleil s'est couché.

* English: I'll call you as soon as I get there.

* French: Je t'appellerai dès que j'arriverai.

* English: When did you arrive?

* French: Quand es-tu arrivé ?

It's important to consider the context of the sentence to choose the most appropriate translation.

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