French Verb Conjugations Unit 2
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(Tu) ______ (to have) is a form used to express possession.

as

(Tu) ______ (to be) is essential for describing identity.

es

In the imparfait tense, (Tu) ______ (to eat) refers to actions in the past.

mangeais

To say 'I will be' in French, you use 'Je ______ (to be)'.

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The form for 'they (feminine) will have' in French is 'Elles ______ (to have)'.

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(Nous) ______ (to want) expresses a desire.

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In the conditionnel présent, (Tu) ______ (to know) indicates a hypothetical situation.

<p>saurais</p> Signup and view all the answers

(Vous) ______ (to go out) is a command directed at a group.

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In the présent tense, for regular -er verbs, you remove -er and add -e, -es, -e, -ons, -ez, and -______.

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In the imparfait tense, to form the verbs, you take the 'nous' form in the present, remove -ons, and add -______, -ais, -ait, -ions, -iez, or -aient.

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In the futur tense for regular verbs, you use the infinitive form and add -ai, -as, -a, -ons, -ez, and -______.

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To form the futur proche, you conjugate 'aller' in the present tense and add the infinitive ______.

<p>verb</p> Signup and view all the answers

The conditionnel présent describes hypothetical actions or polite ______.

<p>requests</p> Signup and view all the answers

The impératif mood is used to give ______, instructions, or advice.

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An example of a verb in the présent tense is 'Je ______'.

<p>parle</p> Signup and view all the answers

An example of a verb in the imparfait tense is 'Je ______'.

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Flashcards

Présent (Present Tense)

Describes actions happening right now or states general truths and habits.

Imparfait (Imperfect Tense)

Describes past actions that were ongoing or habitual, setting the scene or background.

Futur (Future Tense)

Describes actions that will happen in the future.

Futur Proche (Near Future)

Expresses actions that are about to happen, very soon.

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Conditionnel Présent (Conditional Present)

Describes hypothetical actions or polite requests.

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Impératif (Imperative)

Used to give commands or instructions.

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How to conjugate regular verbs in the Présent Tense

Remove the ending (-er, -ir, -re) and add the appropriate endings for each pronoun.

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How to conjugate regular verbs in the Imparfait Tense

Use the 'nous' form of the verb in the present, remove -ons, and add the imparfait endings.

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Dropping 's' in 'tu' form

For -er verbs, the 's' at the end of the 'tu' form is dropped, except when followed by 'y' or 'en'.

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Avoir (to have)

'Avoir' is the French verb for 'to have'.

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Être (to be)

'Être' is the French verb for 'to be'.

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Tu form

The 'tu' form of a verb is used when addressing one person directly in an informal way.

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Vous form

The 'vous' form of a verb is used when addressing multiple people formally, or one person formally.

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Nous form

The 'nous' form of a verb is used when addressing a group of people including yourself.

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Ils/elles form

The 'ils/elles' form of a verb is used when addressing a group of people not including yourself.

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Il/elle/on form

The 'il/elle/on' form of a verb is used when addressing one person or thing, but not directly, or when referring to someone or something in a general way.

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Study Notes

French Verb Conjugations

  • This document details French verb conjugations across various tenses.
  • It provides examples and explanations for usage.
  • Verbs are selected from "Série Jaune Découvertes 1 to 4," up to Unit 2 of Découvertes 4.

Present Tense

  • Usage: Describes actions happening now or states general truths/habits.
  • Formation (-er verbs): Remove "-er" and add endings: -e, -es, -e, -ons, -ez, -ent.
  • Formation (-ir verbs): Remove "-ir" and add endings: -is, -is, -it, -issons, -issez, -issent.
  • Formation (-re verbs): Remove "-re" and add endings: -s, -s, -, -ons, -ez, -ent.
  • Example (Parler):
    • Je parle
    • Tu parles
    • Il/elle/on parle
    • Nous parlons

Imperfect Tense

  • Usage: Describes past actions ongoing or habitual, or sets the scene in a narrative.
  • Formation: Use the "nous" form of the present tense verb, remove "-ons" and add endings: -ais, -ais, -ait, -ions, -iez, -aient.
  • Example (Manger):
    • Je mangeais
    • Tu mangeais
    • Il/elle/on mangeait
    • Nous mangions
    • Vous mangiez
    • Ils/elles mangeaient

Future Tense

  • Usage: Describes actions that will happen.
  • Formation (regular verbs): Use the infinitive form and add endings: -ai, -as, -a, -ons, -ez, -ont.
  • Formation (-re verbs): Drop the final "-e" of the infinitive.
  • Example (Finir):
    • Je finirai
    • Tu finiras
    • Il/elle/on finira
    • Nous finirons
    • Vous finirez
    • Ils/elles finiront

Future Proche (Near Future)

  • Usage: Expresses actions about to happen.
  • Formation: Conjugate "aller" in the present tense plus the infinitive of the main verb.
  • Example (Faire):
    • Je vais faire

Conditional Présent

  • Usage: Describes hypothetical actions or polite requests.
  • Formation: Use the future stem and add imperfect endings: -ais, -ais, -ait, -ions, -iez, -aient.
  • Example (Voir):
    • Je verrais
    • Tu verrais
    • Il/elle/on verrait
    • Nous verrions
    • Vous verriez
    • Ils/elles verraient

Imperative

  • Usage: Used for commands, instructions, or advice.
  • Formation: Only exists in "tu," "nous," and "vous" forms.
  • For -er verbs, in "tu" form drop "-s" (unless followed by "y" or "en").
  • Example (Écouter):
    • (Tu) Écoute!
    • (Nous) Écoutons!
    • (Vous) Écoutez!

Additional Information

  • Irregular verbs have unique conjugations. Check the verb list.
  • The document provides conjugations for verbs "avoir" (to have) and "être" (to be).
  • Other verbs from a specific series are included, such as "parler" (to speak), "manger" (to eat), "finir" (to finish), and "prendre" (to take), among others.

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This quiz covers French verb conjugations across present and imperfect tenses, utilizing examples from 'Série Jaune Découvertes 1 to 4'. You'll explore the formation rules and practical usage to enhance your understanding of French verbs. Perfect for learners at Unit 2 of Découvertes 4.

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