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

Introduction to the verb dénitrifier

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The English translation of the French verb dénitrifier is “to denitrify”. The infinitive form, dénitrifier, is pronounced as “day-nee-tree-fee-yay”.

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Dénitrifier is derived from the French words “dé” (meaning “de-” or “un-“) and “nitrate” (meaning “nitrate”). It is commonly used in everyday French in the context of environmental science and wastewater treatment. It refers to the process of removing or reducing nitrates from a substance, such as soil or water.

Examples of usage:

Les agriculteurs utilisent des techniques spéciales pour dénitrifier les sols contaminés par les nitrates. (Farmers use special techniques to denitrify soils contaminated with nitrates.)
Les stations d’épuration ont pour objectif de dénitrifier les eaux usées avant de les rejeter dans la nature. (Wastewater treatment plants aim to denitrify sewage before releasing it into the environment.)
Les chercheurs travaillent sur de nouvelles méthodes pour dénitrifier les eaux souterraines polluées. (Researchers are working on new methods to denitrify polluted groundwater.)

(Note: The translations provided are not word-for-word, but convey the meaning in English.)

Dénitrifier – 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 dénitrifier

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	dénitrifie	Je dénitrifie l’eau.	I denitrify the water.
tu	dénitrifies	Tu dénitrifies la terre.	You denitrify the soil.
il	dénitrifie	Il dénitrifie l’air.	He denitrifies the air.
elle	dénitrifie	Elle dénitrifie les plantes.	She denitrifies the plants.
on	dénitrifie	On dénitrifie les déchets.	One denitrifies the waste.
nous	dénitrifions	Nous dénitrifions les sols.	We denitrify the soils.
vous	dénitrifiez	Vous dénitrifiez les eaux usées.	You denitrify the wastewater.
ils	dénitrifient	Ils dénitrifient les engrais.	They denitrify the fertilizers.
elles	dénitrifient	Elles dénitrifient les cultures.	They denitrify the crops.