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

Introduction to the verb désexciter

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The English translation of the French verb “désexciter” is “to calm down” or “to cool down”. The pronunciation of the infinitive form “désexciter” is “day-zex-See-teh”.

Désexciter is a compound word formed by adding the prefix “dé-” (which indicates the opposite or reversal of an action) to the verb “exciter” (to excite or stimulate). It is most often used in everyday French to describe the action of calming down or cooling down someone or something.

Examples:

  1. J’ai besoin de désexciter mon chien après une longue promenade.
    (I need to calm down my dog after a long walk.)

  2. Il faut désexciter la situation avant qu’elle ne s’envenime.
    (We need to cool down the situation before it worsens.)

  3. Pour bien dormir, je dois me désexciter l’esprit avant d’aller au lit.
    (To sleep well, I need to calm down my mind before going to bed.)

Désexciter – 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 désexciter

Pronoun Conjugation Short Example English Translation
Je me désexcite Je me désexcite avant de dormir. I calm down before sleeping.
Tu te désexcites Tu te désexcites facilement. You calm down easily.
Il se désexcite Il se désexcite après une dispute. He calms down after an argument.
Elle se désexcite Elle se désexcite en écoutant de la musique. She calms down by listening to music.
On se désexcite On se désexcite en respirant profondément. One calms down by taking deep breaths.
Nous nous désexcitons Nous nous désexcitons avant le spectacle. We calm down before the show.
Vous vous désexcitez Vous vous désexcitez rapidement. You calm down quickly.
Ils se désexcitent Ils se désexcitent après l’entraînement. They calm down after the workout.
Elles se désexcitent Elles se désexcitent en pratiquant le yoga. They (feminine) calm down by practicing yoga.

Other Conjugations for Désexciter.

Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter (You’re reading it right now!)

Imparfait (Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Passé Simple (Simple Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Passé Composé (Present Perfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Futur Simple (Simple Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Futur Proche (Near Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Plus-que-parfait (Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Passé Antérieur (Past Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Futur Antérieur (Future Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Subjonctif Présent (Subjunctive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Subjonctif Passé (Subjunctive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Subjonctif Imparfait (Subjunctive Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Subjonctif Plus-que-parfait (Subjunctive Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Conditionnel Présent (Conditional Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Conditionnel Passé (Conditional Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Conditionnel Passé II (Conditional Past II) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

L’impératif Présent (Imperative Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

L’impératif Passé (Imperative Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

L’infinitif Présent (Infinitive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

L’infinitif Passé (Infinitive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Le Participe Présent (Present Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

Le Participe Passé (Past Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb désexciter

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