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

Introduction to the verb bruiter

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The English translation of the French verb “bruiter” is “to circulate (rumors)”. The infinitive form “bruiter” is pronounced as [bʁɥite].

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Bruiter originated from the Old French word “bruitier” which means “to make noise” or “to spread news”. In everyday French, it is commonly used to describe the act of spreading rumors or news, often with the connotation of it being done in a quick or widespread manner.

Examples:

Les rumeurs bruissent que le président démissionnera. (The rumors are circulating that the president will resign.)
On a bruîté que Paul et Marie se sont séparés. (It’s been rumored that Paul and Marie broke up.)
Les nouvelles ont rapidement bruissé dans tout le quartier. (The news quickly circulated throughout the neighborhood.)

Remember, these translations are approximate and may vary based on context.

Bruiter – 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 bruiter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	bruite	Je bruite souvent.	I spread rumors often.
Tu	bruites	Tu bruites trop.	You spread rumors too much.
Il	bruite	Il bruite sur moi.	He spreads rumors about me.
Elle	bruite	Elle bruite tout le temps.	She spreads rumors all the time.
On	bruite	On bruite sur eux.	One spreads rumors about them.
Nous	bruitons	Nous bruitons ensemble.	We spread rumors together.
Vous	bruitez	Vous bruitez de partout.	You spread rumors from everywhere.
Ils	bruitent	Ils bruitent sur elle.	They spread rumors about her.
Elles	bruitent	Elles bruitent sur lui.	They spread rumors about him.