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

Introduction to the verb cosmétiquer

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The English translation of the French verb “cosmétiquer” is “to apply makeup”. The pronunciation of the infinitive form is “kohz-meh-tee-keh”.

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The word “cosmétiquer” is derived from the French noun “cosmétique” (cosmetics), which comes from the Latin word “cosmetica” meaning “art of beautifying”. In everyday French, “cosmétiquer” is commonly used to refer to the action of putting on makeup or applying cosmetics.

Examples of usage:

Je vais me cosmétiquer avant la soirée. (I’m going to apply makeup before the party.)
Elle adore cosmétiquer et essayer de nouveaux produits. (She loves applying makeup and trying new products.)
Comment cosmétiques-tu tes yeux pour obtenir cet effet ? (How do you apply makeup to your eyes to achieve that effect?)

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Cosmétiquer – 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 cosmétiquer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	cosmétique	Je me cosmétique avant de sortir.	I put on makeup before going out.
Tu	cosmétiques	Tu te cosmétiques tous les matins.	You put on makeup every morning.
Il	cosmétise	Il se cosmétise pour le spectacle.	He puts on makeup for the show.
Elle	cosmétise	Elle se cosmétise avant la fête.	She puts on makeup before the party.
On	cosmétise	On se cosmétise pour un look parfait.	One puts on makeup for a perfect look.
Nous	cosmétisons	Nous nous cosmétisons ensemble.	We put on makeup together.
Vous	cosmétisez	Vous vous cosmétisez avec talent.	You put on makeup with skill.
Ils	cosmétisent	Ils se cosmétisent pour le film.	They put on makeup for the movie.
Elles	cosmétisent	Elles se cosmétisent pour la soirée.	They put on makeup for the evening.