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

Introduction to the verb encloîtrer

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The English translation of the French verb encloîtrer is “to seclude/to confine”. The infinitive form of encloîtrer is pronounced as “ahn-klo-ah-truh”.

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Encloîtrer is derived from the Old French word “cloistrier,” which means “to isolate within a cloister.” In everyday French, encloîtrer is most often used to indicate the act of secluding oneself or confining someone or something.

Examples:

Les moines s’encloîtrent dans leur monastère. (The monks seclude themselves within their monastery.)
Les parents ont décidé d’encloîtrer leur fils à la maison pendant un certain temps. (The parents decided to confine their son at home for a while.)
Le propriétaire a encloîtré son chien dans le jardin. (The owner secluded his dog in the garden.)

Encloîtrer – 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 encloîtrer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	encloître	J’encloître mon chien dans le jardin.	I confine my dog in the garden.
tu	encloîtres	Tu encloîtres tous tes secrets.	You confine all your secrets.
il	encloître	Il encloître ses pensées dans un journal.	He confines his thoughts in a journal.
elle	encloître	Elle encloître ses souvenirs dans une boîte.	She confines her memories in a box.
on	encloître	On encloître les animaux dans des cages.	One confines animals in cages.
nous	encloîtrons	Nous encloîtrons nos angoisses dans le silence.	We confine our anxieties in silence.
vous	encloîtrez	Vous encloîtrez les enfants dans leur chambre.	You confine the children in their room.
ils	encloîtrent	Ils encloîtrent les criminels dans des prisons.	They confine criminals in prisons.
elles	encloîtrent	Elles encloîtrent les oiseaux dans une volière.	They confine birds in an aviary.