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

Introduction to the verb dépeigner

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The English translation of the French verb “dépeigner” is “to untangle” or “to dishevel.” The infinitive form “dépeigner” is pronounced as “day-peh-nyay.”

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Language Origin: The word “dépeigner” is derived from the combination of the prefix “dé-” (indicating negation or reversal) and the verb “peigner” (to comb). It is most often used in everyday French to describe the act of untangling or dishevelling hair.

Examples:

Je dois dépeigner mes cheveux avant d’aller au travail. (I have to untangle my hair before going to work.)
Elle se dépeigne souvent pour obtenir un look décontracté. (She often dishevels her hair to achieve a casual look.)
Nous avons passé la journée à dépeigner les nœuds des cheveux de ma sœur. (We spent the day untangling the knots in my sister’s hair.)

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Dépeigner – 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 dépeigner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	dépeigne	Je dépeigne mes cheveux tous les matins.	I comb my hair every morning.
tu	dépeignes	Tu dépeignes ta sœur avant l’école.	You comb your sister’s hair before school.
il	dépeigne	Il dépeigne son chien avec précaution.	He combs his dog’s hair carefully.
elle	dépeigne	Elle dépeigne ses longs cheveux devant le miroir.	She combs her long hair in front of the mirror.
on	dépeigne	On dépeigne les poupées pour les habiller.	One combs the dolls to dress them.
nous	dépeignons	Nous dépeignons nos cheveux avant d’aller au lit.	We comb our hair before going to bed.
vous	dépeignez	Vous dépeignez vos cheveux avec style.	You comb your hair with style.
ils	dépeignent	Ils dépeignent leurs barbes avant un rendez-vous.	They comb their beards before a meeting.
elles	dépeignent	Elles dépeignent leurs cheveux après le sport.	They comb their hair after sports.