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

Introduction to the verb débarboter

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The English translation of the French verb “débarboter” is “to get out of bed” or “to wake up”. The infinitive form “débarboter” is pronounced as “deh-bahr-boh-tey”.

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Débarboter originates from a combination of “dé-” (prefix indicating removal) and “barboter” (to splash or play in water). In everyday French, débarboter is colloquially used to mean “to get out of bed” or “to wake up”. It is often used in a light-hearted or humorous way.

Examples:

Je débarbote toujours avec difficulté le matin.
(I always struggle to get out of bed in the morning.)
Elle a débarboté tard aujourd’hui.
(She woke up late today.)
Ne débarbotons pas trop tard demain, nous avons beaucoup à faire.
(Let’s not wake up too late tomorrow, we have a lot to do.)

Débarboter – 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 débarboter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	débarbote	Je débarbote dans la rivière.	I paddle in the river.
Tu	débarbotes	Tu débarbotes avec moi.	You paddle with me.
Il	débarbote	Il débarbote près du bateau.	He paddles near the boat.
Elle	débarbote	Elle débarbote avec son ami.	She paddles with her friend.
On	débarbote	On débarbote au lac.	One paddles at the lake.
Nous	débarbotons	Nous débarbotons ensemble.	We paddle together.
Vous	débarbotez	Vous débarbotez en kayak.	You paddle in a kayak.
Ils	débarbotent	Ils débarbotent rapidement.	They paddle quickly.
Elles	débarbotent	Elles débarbotent dans la mer.	They paddle in the sea.