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

Introduction to the verb déroder

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The English translation of the French verb “déroder” is “to erode”.

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The infinitive form “déroder” is pronounced as [de-rɔ-de].

“Déroder” originates from the Latin word “rodere” which means “to gnaw”. It is most often used in everyday French to describe the process of wearing away or gradually destroying something by the action of water, wind, or other natural agents.

L’eau de la rivière dérode lentement les berges. (The river water erodes the banks slowly.)
Les intempéries ont dérodé la peinture de la façade de la maison. (The bad weather eroded the paint on the house’s facade.)
Le vent marin dérode les falaises côtières. (The sea wind erodes the coastal cliffs.)

Déroder – 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 déroder

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	dérode	Je dérode mes vêtements préférés.	I wear out my favorite clothes.
tu	dérodes	Tu dérodes ta brosse à dents rapidement.	You wear out your toothbrush quickly.
il	dérode	Il dérode sa patience en écoutant les critiques.	He wears out his patience by listening to criticisms.
elle	dérode	Elle dérode son estime de soi en se comparant aux autres.	She wears out her self-esteem by comparing herself to others.
on	dérode	On dérode les pneus en roulant sur des routes accidentées.	One wears out tires by driving on bumpy roads.
nous	dérodons	Nous dérodons nos chaussures en les portant tous les jours.	We wear out our shoes by wearing them every day.
vous	dérodez	Vous dérodez votre énergie en travaillant trop.	You wear out your energy by working too much.
ils	dérodent	Ils dérodent leur amitié avec leurs disputes constantes.	They wear out their friendship with their constant arguments.
elles	dérodent	Elles dérodent leur patience en attendant trop longtemps.	They wear out their patience by waiting for too long.