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

Introduction to the verb dégalonner

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The English translation of the French verb “dégalonner” is “to remove the stripes.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “day-ga-loh-nay”.

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“Dégalonner” is derived from the combination of the prefix “dé-” (meaning “to remove”) and the noun “galon” (meaning “stripe” or “braid”). It is mainly used in everyday French to describe the action of taking off or removing military stripes, typically from a uniform or an insignia.

Examples:

Je dois dégalonner mon uniforme avant de le laver.
(I have to remove the stripes from my uniform before washing it.)
Les soldats ont été dégalonnés après leur sanction disciplinaire.
(The soldiers were stripped of their stripes after their disciplinary action.)
Il a été dégalonné pour sa mauvaise conduite.
(He was demoted for his misconduct.)

Dégalonner – 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 dégalonner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	dégalonne	Je dégalonne mon pull	I am taking off the cuffs of my sweater
Tu	dégalonnes	Tu dégalonnes ta chemise	You are taking off the cuffs of your shirt
Il	dégalonne	Il dégalonne son pantalon	He is taking off the cuffs of his pants
Elle	dégalonne	Elle dégalonne sa jupe	She is taking off the cuffs of her skirt
On	dégalonne	On dégalonne nos chaussettes	We are taking off the cuffs of our socks
Nous	dégalonnons	Nous dégalonnons nos vestes	We are taking off the cuffs of our jackets
Vous	dégalonnez	Vous dégalonnez vos gants	You are taking off the cuffs of your gloves
Ils	dégalonnent	Ils dégalonnent leurs costumes	They are taking off the cuffs of their suits (masculine)
Elles	dégalonnent	Elles dégalonnent leurs robes	They are taking off the cuffs of their dresses (feminine)