Here's why:
* Definite articles: In French, definite articles specify a particular noun. There are two main ones: "le" (masculine singular) and "la" (feminine singular).
* Masculine nouns: French nouns are either masculine or feminine. "Le" is used before masculine singular nouns.
Examples:
* Le livre (the book) - "Livre" is masculine
* Le chat (the cat) - "Chat" is masculine
* Le soleil (the sun) - "Soleil" is masculine
Let me know if you have any other French grammar questions! 😊