GENERAL INFO

Ces means "these" or "those." It is a plural demonstrative adjective, indicating specific items.

USAGE

It always precedes a plural noun, regardless of gender. You use it to point out multiple specific things.

Examples: "J'aime ces fleurs." (I like these flowers.) "Regarde ces oiseaux là-bas." (Look at those birds over there.)

TRAPS

Do not confuse ces (demonstrative, "these/those") with "ses" (possessive, "his/her/its plural"). Ces points out specific items, while "ses" shows ownership. "Ces amis" (these friends) vs. "Ses amis" (his/her friends).