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Questions & Answers about Tout cela aide à réussir.
What does tout cela mean in this sentence?
It translates as "all of this" or "all that" in English. It refers to everything previously mentioned or implied in the conversation.
Why is the verb aide conjugated in the third person singular even though tout might suggest a plural notion?
Even though tout can imply "all," the phrase tout cela is treated as a single, collective subject in French. Therefore, the verb aide is correctly conjugated in the third person singular.
Why is the preposition à used before the infinitive réussir?
In French, certain verbs—like aider—require the preposition à before an infinitive when indicating purpose or result. This mirrors the English structure "helps to succeed," linking the act of helping directly to the action of succeeding.
Can I use tout ça instead of tout cela, and does it change the meaning?
Yes, tout ça is a more informal version that essentially carries the same meaning—"all of this." However, tout cela is considered more formal and is typically used in written or formal spoken contexts.