Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb baguenauder

Introduction to the verb baguenauder

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The English translation of the French verb “baguenauder” is “to stroll aimlessly.” The infinitive form “baguenauder” is pronounced as “bah-gehn-oh-deh.”

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The word “baguenauder” originated from the Old French word “baguer” which meant “to wander.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe wandering or strolling around without a particular destination or purpose.

Examples:

Je vais baguenauder dans le parc cet après-midi.
(I am going to stroll aimlessly in the park this afternoon.)
Pendant les vacances, nous aimons baguenauder dans les rues étroites de la ville.
(During holidays, we enjoy wandering aimlessly through the narrow streets of the city.)
Elle a passé toute la journée à baguenauder sans faire grand-chose.
(She spent the whole day strolling aimlessly without doing much.)

Baguenauder – About the French Present Tense

The French present tense, also known as “le présent,” is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or for actions that are habitual, general truths, or that will occur in the near future. It’s the most basic and common tense in French.

To take a deep dive into all the French tenses then see our article on Mastering French Tense Conjugation.

Common Everyday Usage Patterns For Le Present

1. Describing Actions in the Present: The present tense is used to describe actions happening right now or at the moment of speaking. For example: “Je parle avec mon ami” (I am talking to my friend).

2. Expressing Habits and Routines: The present tense is used to talk about habitual actions or routines. For example: “Je travaille tous les jours” (I work every day).

3. Stating General Truths: The present tense is used to express general truths or facts. For example: “La Terre tourne autour du soleil” (The Earth orbits around the sun).

4. Talking about Near Future: The present tense can be used to express future actions that are very imminent or part of a planned schedule. For example: “Je pars demain matin” (I am leaving tomorrow morning).

Interactions with Other Tenses

– Present vs. Future Tense: In some cases, the French present tense can be used to express the future when the context makes it clear that the action is imminent. However, for actions further in the future or less certain, the future tense is typically used.

– Present vs. Past Tenses: To describe actions that occurred in the past, you would use the past tenses like the passé composé (compound past) or the imparfait (imperfect). The choice between these past tenses depends on the specific aspect and circumstances of the past action.

– Present vs. Conditional Tense: The conditional tense is used to express actions that are dependent on a condition. If a condition is met, the action may happen. The present tense is used for actions in the present, while the conditional is used for hypothetical or future actions based on conditions.

– Present vs. Imperative: The imperative mood is used to give commands or make requests. The present tense is used for general statements, and the imperative is used for direct orders or requests.

Understanding the French present tense and its interactions with other tenses is crucial for effective communication in French. Without it, you cannot become proficient!

Table of the Present Tense Conjugation of baguenauder

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	baguenaude	Je baguenaude dans le parc.	I wander in the park.
tu	baguenaudes	Tu baguenaudes souvent en ville.	You often wander in the city.
il	baguenaude	Il baguenaude le long de la rivière.	He wanders along the river.
elle	baguenaude	Elle baguenaude dans les rues.	She wanders in the streets.
on	baguenaude	On baguenaude en forêt.	One wanders in the forest.
nous	baguenaudons	Nous baguenaudons dans le quartier.	We wander in the neighborhood.
vous	baguenaudez	Vous baguenaudez à la plage.	You wander at the beach.
ils	baguenaudent	Ils baguenaudent dans les montagnes.	They wander in the mountains.
elles	baguenaudent	Elles baguenaudent dans les jardins.	They wander in the gardens.