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

Introduction to the verb faciliter

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The English translation of the French verb “faciliter” is “to facilitate.” The infinitive form of “faciliter” is pronounced as [fa-see-lee-tey].

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The word “faciliter” originates from the Latin word “facilitare,” which means “to make easy.” In everyday French, “faciliter” is commonly used to express the idea of making something easier or enabling a process to be done with ease.

Examples:

J’ai utilisé un logiciel pour faciliter la gestion de mes finances.
(I used software to facilitate the management of my finances.)
L’organisation a mis en place des mesures pour faciliter l’accès aux personnes handicapées.
(The organization implemented measures to facilitate access for disabled individuals.)
Cette formation vise à faciliter l’apprentissage de la langue française.
(This training aims to facilitate the learning of the French language.)

Faciliter – 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 faciliter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	facilite	Je facilite l’apprentissage du français.	I facilitate the learning of French.
Tu	facilites	Tu facilites le travail en équipe.	You facilitate teamwork.
Il	facilite	Il facilite l’accès aux ressources.	He facilitates access to resources.
Elle	facilite	Elle facilite la communication interculturelle.	She facilitates intercultural communication.
On	facilite	On facilite l’intégration des nouveaux arrivants.	One facilitates the integration of newcomers.
Nous	facilitons	Nous facilitons l’accès à l’information.	We facilitate access to information.
Vous	facilitez	Vous facilitez la prise de décision.	You facilitate decision-making.
Ils	facilitent	Ils facilitent la collaboration entre les équipes.	They facilitate collaboration between teams.
Elles	facilitent	Elles facilitent l’organisation des événements.	They facilitate event organization.