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

Introduction to the verb dénoter

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The English translation of the French verb dénoter is “to denote.” The infinitive form of dénoter is pronounced as “de-no-te.”

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Dénoter originated from the Latin word “denotare,” which means “to mark out.” In everyday French, dénoter is commonly used to express the idea of indicating, revealing, or showing something through signs or characteristics.

Examples:

Son attitude dénote une grande confiance en soi. (His attitude denotes great self-confidence.)
Les critiques négatives dénotent un manque d’appréciation pour son travail. (Negative reviews denote a lack of appreciation for his work.)
Le sourire de la mariée dénote son bonheur. (The bride’s smile denotes her happiness.)

Dénoter – 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 dénoter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	dénote	Je dénote une certaine nervosité.	I denote a certain nervousness.
Tu	dénotes	Tu dénotes une grande confiance en toi.	You denote a great self-confidence.
Il	dénote	Il dénote une forte détermination.	He denotes a strong determination.
Elle	dénote	Elle dénote un intérêt profond pour la musique.	She denotes a deep interest in music.
On	dénote	On dénote un changement d’attitude.	One denotes a change in attitude.
Nous	dénotons	Nous dénotons une certaine impatience.	We denote a certain impatience.
Vous	dénotez	Vous dénotez une grande intelligence.	You denote a great intelligence.
Ils	dénotent	Ils dénotent un mépris évident.	They denote an obvious contempt.
Elles	dénotent	Elles dénotent une satisfaction évidente.	They denote an obvious satisfaction.