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

Introduction to the verb crevasser

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The English translation of the French verb “crevasser” is “to crack” or “to split.” The infinitive form “crevasser” is pronounced as [kʁə.va.se].

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The word “crevasser” originates from the French noun “crevasse” meaning “crack” or “fissure.” In everyday French, “crevasser” is most often used to describe the action of cracking or splitting something, generally referring to the surface of an object or material.

Example 1: Les vieilles chaussures sont tellement usées qu’elles commencent à se crevasser.
Translation: The old shoes are so worn out that they are starting to crack.

Example 2: La peau se crevasse facilement lorsqu’elle est sèche.
Translation: The skin cracks easily when it’s dry.

Example 3: Le gel intense peut faire crevasser les tuyaux en hiver.
Translation: The intense frost can cause the pipes to crack in winter.

Crevasser – 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 crevasser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	crevasse	Je crevasse souvent en hiver.	I crack often in winter.
Tu	crevasses	Tu crevasses facilement avec le froid.	You crack easily in the cold.
Il/Elle	crevasse	Il/Elle crevasse sur la glace.	He/She cracks on the ice.
On	crevasse	On crevasse rapidement avec la pression.	One cracks quickly under pressure.
Nous	crevassons	Nous crevassons en skiant.	We crack while skiing.
Vous	crevassez	Vous crevassez prudemment pour éviter les accidents.	You crack cautiously to avoid accidents.
Ils/Elles	crevassent	Ils/Elles crevassent en marchant sur des cailloux.	They crack while walking on rocks.