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

Introduction to the verb enclore

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The English translation of the French verb enclore is “to enclose.” The infinitive form is pronounced as [ɑ̃klɔʁ].

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The word enclore comes from the Old French word “enclore,” which means “to enclose” or “to confine.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe the action of enclosing or surrounding something or someone. It can also be used figuratively to mean to trap or confine someone’s thoughts or emotions.

Examples:

Nous devons enclore le jardin pour empêcher les animaux d’y entrer. (We need to enclose the garden to prevent animals from getting in.)
Les manifestants ont été enclos par la police. (The protesters were surrounded by the police.)
Ses émotions étaient encloses depuis si longtemps qu’elle ne pouvait plus les exprimer. (Her emotions had been trapped for so long that she could no longer express them.)

Enclore – 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 enclore

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	j’enclos	J’enclos le jardin.	I enclose the garden.
Tu	tu encloses	Tu encloses tes affaires.	You enclose your belongings.
Il	il enclose	Il enclose le document.	He encloses the document.
Elle	elle enclose	Elle enclose ses souvenirs.	She encloses her memories.
On	on enclose	On enclose le chantier.	We enclose the construction site.
Nous	nous enclosons	Nous enclosons le parc.	We enclose the park.
Vous	vous enclosez	Vous enclosez la clôture.	You enclose the fence.
Ils	ils enclosent	Ils enclosent leurs animaux.	They enclose their animals.
Elles	elles enclosent	Elles enclosent leurs champs.	They enclose their fields.