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

Introduction to the verb défalquer

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to deduct; to subtract
Pronunciation: day-fal-kay

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Language origin: French
Usage: In everyday French, défalquer is commonly used in financial or accounting contexts to express the action of deducting or subtracting an amount from a total.

Examples:

Je vais défalquer les frais de livraison du montant total. (I will deduct the delivery costs from the total amount.)
Il faut défalquer les impôts sur cet achat. (We need to subtract the taxes from this purchase.)
Nous allons défalquer les remises de la facture. (We will deduct the discounts from the invoice.)

Défalquer – 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 défalquer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	défalque	Je défalque les frais de transport.	I deduct the transportation expenses.
Tu	défalques	Tu défalques une partie du salaire.	You deduct a part of the salary.
Il	défalque	Il défalque les taxes.	He deducts the taxes.
Elle	défalque	Elle défalque les dépenses personnelles.	She deducts personal expenses.
On	défalque	On défalque les charges sociales.	One deducts social charges.
Nous	défalquons	Nous défalquons les intérêts.	We deduct the interest.
Vous	défalquez	Vous défalquez les dépenses professionnelles.	You deduct professional expenses.
Ils	défalquent	Ils défalquent les frais de déplacement.	They deduct travel expenses.
Elles	défalquent	Elles défalquent les remboursements.	They deduct reimbursements.