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

Introduction to the verb cocoler

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The English translation of the French verb cocoler is “to cuddle” or “to snuggle.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “koh-koh-leh.”

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Cocoler is derived from the French word “câlin” which means “hug” or “cuddle.” It is commonly used in everyday French to describe the act of affectionately holding and embracing someone or something.

Here are three simple examples of its usage:

J’aime cocoler mon chat le soir. (I like to cuddle my cat in the evening.)
Les amoureux se cocolent sur le canapé. (The lovers are snuggling on the sofa.)
La maman cocolait tendrement son bébé. (The mother was gently cuddling her baby.)

Remember, the translations provided are just approximate and may vary based on the context.

Cocoler – 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 cocoler

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	cocole	Je cocole chaque jour.	I cuddle every day.
tu	ccoles	Tu cocoles avec ton chat.	You cuddle with your cat.
il	ccole	Il cocole son ours en peluche.	He cuddles his teddy bear.
elle	ccole	Elle cocole son chien.	She cuddles her dog.
on	ccole	On cocole ensemble.	We cuddle together.
nous	ccolons	Nous cocolons les uns les autres.	We cuddle each other.
vous	ccolez	Vous cocolez tous les soirs.	You cuddle every evening.
ils	ccolent	Ils cocolent avant de dormir.	They cuddle before sleeping.
elles	ccolent	Elles cocolent leurs bébés.	They cuddle their babies.