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

Introduction to the verb contrecarrer

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The English translation of the French verb “contrecarrer” is “to thwart” or “to counteract.” The infinitive form “contrecarrer” is pronounced as “kawn-truh-ka-ray.”

“Contrecarrer” comes from the Old French word “contre” (against) and “carre” (square or obstacle). In everyday French, “contrecarrer” is often used to express the act of opposing, frustrating, or hindering someone or something.

Examples:

  1. Il a réussi à contrecarrer leurs plans. (He managed to thwart their plans.)
  2. Les nouvelles mesures visent à contrecarrer la propagation du virus. (The new measures aim to counteract the spread of the virus.)
  3. Elle a contrecarré les efforts de son concurrent. (She thwarted her competitor’s efforts.)

Contrecarrer – 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 contrecarrer

Pronoun Conjugation Short Example English Translation
Je contrecarre Je contrecarre ses plans. I thwart his/her plans.
Tu contrecarres Tu contrecarres mes intentions. You thwart my intentions.
Il contrecarre Il contrecarre nos efforts. He thwarts our efforts.
Elle contrecarre Elle contrecarre ses progrès. She thwarts his/her progress.
On contrecarre On contrecarre leurs plans. One thwarts their plans.
Nous contrecarrons Nous contrecarrons leurs stratégies. We thwart their strategies.
Vous contrecarrez Vous contrecarrez leurs ambitions. You thwart their ambitions.
Ils contrecarrent Ils contrecarrent nos projets. They thwart our projects.
Elles contrecarrent Elles contrecarrent nos initiatives. They thwart our initiatives.

Other Conjugations for Contrecarrer.

Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer (You’re reading it right now!)

Imparfait (Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Passé Simple (Simple Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Passé Composé (Present Perfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Futur Simple (Simple Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Futur Proche (Near Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Plus-que-parfait (Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Passé Antérieur (Past Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Futur Antérieur (Future Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Subjonctif Présent (Subjunctive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Subjonctif Passé (Subjunctive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Subjonctif Imparfait (Subjunctive Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Subjonctif Plus-que-parfait (Subjunctive Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Conditionnel Présent (Conditional Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Conditionnel Passé (Conditional Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Conditionnel Passé II (Conditional Past II) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

L’impératif Présent (Imperative Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

L’impératif Passé (Imperative Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

L’infinitif Présent (Infinitive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

L’infinitif Passé (Infinitive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Le Participe Présent (Present Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

Le Participe Passé (Past Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb contrecarrer

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