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

Introduction to the verb boursicoter

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The English translation of the French verb “boursicoter” is “to dabble in the stock market” or “to engage in stock market speculation.” The infinitive form of “boursicoter” is pronounced as “boor-see-ko-tay.”

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Language origin: “Boursicoter” is derived from the French word “bourse,” meaning “stock exchange.” It is a colloquial term that emerged in the mid-19th century, derived from the verb “boursicoter,” which originated from “bourse.” The suffix “-icoter” adds a sense of doing something casually or in a small way.

Usage examples:

Je vais boursicoter un peu pour essayer de gagner de l’argent.
(I am going to dabble in the stock market a bit to try to make money.)
Mon père aime boursicoter, il trouve cela excitant.
(My father enjoys engaging in stock market speculation; he finds it exciting.)
Elle ne sait pas grand-chose sur les actions, mais elle aime boursicoter.
(She doesn’t know much about stocks, but she likes to dabble in the stock market.)

Note: The translations provided are approximate and may vary based on context.

Boursicoter – 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 boursicoter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	boursicote	Je boursicote souvent.	I speculate often.
Tu	boursicotes	Tu boursicotes beaucoup.	You speculate a lot.
Il	boursicote	Il boursicote en bourse.	He speculates in the stock market.
Elle	boursicote	Elle boursicote avec prudence.	She speculates cautiously.
On	boursicote	On boursicote pour gagner de l’argent.	One speculates to make money.
Nous	boursicotons	Nous boursicotons ensemble.	We speculate together.
Vous	boursicotez	Vous boursicotez intelligemment.	You speculate intelligently.
Ils	boursicotent	Ils boursicotent depuis longtemps.	They speculate for a long time.
Elles	boursicotent	Elles boursicotent régulièrement.	They speculate regularly.