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

Introduction to the verb encoffrer

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The English translation of the French verb “encoffrer” is “to coffin” or “to place in a coffin.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “ahn-kof-reh.”

The word “encoffrer” originates from the French word “coffre” meaning “coffin.” It is primarily used in everyday French to describe the action of putting a body or object into a coffin.

Examples of usage:

  1. Ils doivent encoffrer le corps du défunt demain matin.
    (They have to coffin the body of the deceased tomorrow morning.)

  2. Les pompes funèbres ont encoffré les restes de l’ancien président.
    (The funeral home has coffined the remains of the former president.)

  3. Nous devrons encoffrer les affaires de grand-mère avant la vente de la maison.
    (We will need to place grandmother’s belongings in a coffin before selling the house.)

Encoffrer – 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 encoffrer

Pronoun Conjugation Short Example English Translation
Je j’encoffre J’encoffre mes affaires dans la valise. I pack my belongings in the suitcase.
Tu tu encoffres Tu encoffres les livres sur l’étagère. You (informal) put the books on the shelf.
Il il encoffre Il encoffre les souvenirs dans une boîte. He puts the memories in a box.
Elle elle encoffre Elle encoffre ses vêtements d’hiver dans le placard. She puts her winter clothes in the closet.
On on encoffre On encoffre les documents importants dans un classeur. We put the important documents in a binder.
Nous nous encoffrons Nous encoffrons les cadeaux dans des boîtes. We put the gifts in boxes.
Vous vous encoffrez Vous encoffrez les provisions dans le frigo. You (formal/plural) put the groceries in the fridge.
Ils ils encoffrent Ils encoffrent les outils dans la boîte à outils. They put the tools in the toolbox.
Elles elles encoffrent Elles encoffrent les bijoux dans un coffret. They put the jewelry in a box.

Other Conjugations for Encoffrer.

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

Imparfait (Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb encoffrer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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