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

Introduction to the verb convulsionner

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The English translation of the French verb “convulsionner” is “to convulse.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “kawn-vul-see-oh-ney.”

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“Convulsionner” comes from the Latin word “convulsio,” meaning “violent movement or shaking.” In everyday French, it is most often used to describe strong involuntary contractions or spasms of the muscles, usually related to a medical condition or seizure.

Examples:

Ses membres se convulsionnent violemment pendant la crise. (His limbs convulse violently during the seizure.)
La vue du sang peut le convulsionner. (The sight of blood can convulse him.)
Les secousses convulsionnent son corps entier. (The spasms convulse his entire body.)

Convulsionner – 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 convulsionner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	convulsionne	Je convulsionne de douleur.	I convulse with pain.
tu	convulsionnes	Tu convulsionnes lorsque tu ris trop.	You convulse when you laugh too much.
il	convulsionne	Il convulsionne après avoir été électrocuté.	He convulses after being electrocuted.
elle	convulsionne	Elle convulsionne lorsqu’elle a une crise d’épilepsie.	She convulses during an epileptic seizure.
on	convulsionne	On convulsionne quand on est pris de spasmes.	One convulses when experiencing spasms.
nous	convulsionnons	Nous convulsionnons suite à une réaction allergique.	We convulse due to an allergic reaction.
vous	convulsionnez	Vous convulsionnez à cause du froid intense.	You convulse due to extreme cold.
ils	convulsionnent	Ils convulsionnent suite à un choc émotionnel.	They convulse after an emotional shock.
elles	convulsionnent	Elles convulsionnent pendant une crise de panique.	They (feminine) convulse during a panic attack.