Use of the definite article before a fraction

Ruth D.C1Kwiziq community member

Could someone explain the use of the definite article "les" before "deux tiers" in the following example from this lesson:

Les invités ont mangé les deux tiers du gâteau. The guests have eaten 2/3 of the cake.

Thank you.

Asked 1 year ago

Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

I can't explain it other than to say that it is common to use the article in these cases.

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Could someone explain the use of the definite article "les" before "deux tiers" in the following example from this lesson:

Les invités ont mangé les deux tiers du gâteau. The guests have eaten 2/3 of the cake.

Thank you.

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