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

Introduction to the verb cadoter

Get the present tense conjugation of cadoter. Includes a FREE downloadable reference sheet (no email required). Alternatively if you have a lot of text to check then use our free French Grammar Checker – no registration required!

The English translation of the French verb “cadoter” is “to drool.” The infinitive form, “cadoter,” is pronounced as “ka-doh-te.”

Table of Contents

The word “cadoter” originates from the French word “cadaut,” meaning “drool” or “saliva.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe the action of excessive saliva flowing out of one’s mouth, typically due to excitement, anticipation, or in some cases, a medical condition.

Examples of usage:

Il adore les bonbons, il cadote toujours en en voyant un. (He loves candies, he always drools when he sees one.)
La petite fille a tellement faim qu’elle cadote devant son assiette. (The little girl is so hungry that she drools in front of her plate.)
Mon chien cadote dès qu’il me voit préparer sa nourriture. (My dog drools as soon as he sees me preparing his food.)

Note: The usage of “cadoter” is not common in formal or professional contexts and is usually limited to informal or colloquial language.

Cadoter – 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 cadoter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	cadote	Je cadote tous les jours.	I am cadoting every day.
Tu	cadotes	Tu cadotes avec tes amis.	You are cadoting with your friends.
Il	cadote	Il cadote beaucoup.	He is cadoting a lot.
Elle	cadote	Elle cadote en ligne.	She is cadoting online.
On	cadote	On cadote en famille.	We are cadoting as a family.
Nous	cadotons	Nous cadotons à Noël.	We are cadoting at Christmas.
Vous	cadotez	Vous cadotez pour votre anniversaire.	You are cadoting for your birthday.
Ils	cadotent	Ils cadotent ensemble.	They are cadoting together.
Elles	cadotent	Elles cadotent souvent.	They are cadoting often.