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

Introduction to the verb enverger

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The English translation of the French verb “enverger” is “to spread out” or “to branch out.” The infinitive form “enverger” is pronounced as [ɑ̃.vɛʁ.ʒe].

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The word “enverger” derives from the Latin word “invertere,” meaning “to turn.” In everyday French, it is primarily used in the context of trees or plants to describe the action of spreading or branching out.

Examples:

Les branches de cet arbre envergent vers le ciel.
(The branches of this tree spread out towards the sky.)
Les racines de la plante envergent dans le sol.
(The plant’s roots spread out in the ground.)
Les feuilles de cet arbuste envergent dans toutes les directions.
(The leaves of this shrub branch out in all directions.)

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Enverger – 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 enverger

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	enverge	J’enverge la lettre.	I arch the letter.
Tu	enverges	Tu enverges le livre.	You arch the book.
Il	enverge	Il enverge la porte.	He arches the door.
Elle	enverge	Elle enverge la fenêtre.	She arches the window.
On	enverge	On enverge le bâtiment.	One arches the building.
Nous	envergeons	Nous envergeons le pont.	We arch the bridge.
Vous	envergez	Vous envergez le tunnel.	You arch the tunnel.
Ils	envergent	Ils envergent les colonnes.	They arch the columns.
Elles	envergent	Elles envergent les murs.	They arch the walls.