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

Introduction to the verb enkyster

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The English translation of the French verb “enkyster” is “to encyst” or “to form a cyst.” The infinitive form is pronounced as ahn-kees-teh.

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The word “enkyster” is derived from the Middle French word “encister,” which comes from the Latin word “encystare.” In everyday French, it is most often used in medical contexts to refer to the formation of a cyst, where an abnormal sac or cavity is formed in body tissues.

Examples:

Les bactéries peuvent s’enkyster dans les poumons. (Bacteria can encyst in the lungs.)
La tumeur s’est enkystée dans le cerveau. (The tumor has become encysted in the brain.)
La blessure a commencé à s’enkyster, il faudrait consulter un médecin. (The wound has started to encyst, you should see a doctor.)

Note: Please be aware that “enkyster” is not a commonly used verb in everyday French, and its usage is largely limited to specific medical contexts.

Enkyster – 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 enkyster

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	j’enkyste	J’enkyste cette infection.	I encyst this infection.
Tu	tu enkystes	Tu enkystes le parasite.	You encyst the parasite.
Il	il enkyste	Il enkyste la tumeur.	He encysts the tumor.
Elle	elle enkyste	Elle enkyste la bactérie.	She encysts the bacteria.
On	on enkyste	On enkyste ces cellules.	One encysts these cells.
Nous	nous enkystons	Nous enkystons le venin.	We encyst the venom.
Vous	vous enkystez	Vous enkystez la maladie.	You encyst the disease.
Ils	ils enkystent	Ils enkystent les œufs.	They encyst the eggs.
Elles	elles enkystent	Elles enkystent les corps étrangers.	They encyst foreign bodies.