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

Introduction to the verb envoûter

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The English translation of the French verb “envoûter” is “to enchant” or “to bewitch.” The infinitive form “envoûter” is pronounced as ahn-vuh-tey.

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“Envoûter” originates from the Old French word “envoutier,” which means “to cast a spell.” In everyday French, it is used to describe the act of captivating or mesmerizing someone or something.

Examples:

Il a été envoûté par sa voix envoûtante.
(He was enchanted by her captivating voice.)
Le paysage envoûte les visiteurs avec sa beauté naturelle.
(The landscape bewitches visitors with its natural beauty.)
Ces danses traditionnelles envoûtent le public pendant le festival.
(These traditional dances enchant the audience during the festival.)

Envoûter – 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 envoûter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	envoûte	J’enveloppe mon esprit.	I enchant my mind.
tu	envoûtes	Tu envoûtes les gens avec ton regard.	You enchant people with your gaze.
il	envoûte	Il envoûte tout le monde avec sa voix.	He enchants everyone with his voice.
elle	envoûte	Elle envoûte son public avec sa danse.	She enchants her audience with her dance.
on	envoûte	On envoûte les esprits avec cette musique.	One enchants minds with this music.
nous	envoûtons	Nous envoûtons nos ennemis avec notre charme.	We enchant our enemies with our charm.
vous	envoûtez	Vous envoûtez chacun de vos invités.	You enchant each of your guests.
ils	envoûtent	Ils envoûtent le royaume avec leur magie.	They enchant the kingdom with their magic.
elles	envoûtent	Elles envoûtent tous ceux qui les entourent.	They enchant everyone around them.