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

Introduction to the verb fluoriser

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The English translation of the French verb “fluoriser” is “to fluoridate.” The infinitive form “fluoriser” is pronounced as “flew-oh-ree-zay.”

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The verb “fluoriser” is derived from the noun “fluor” (fluoride) and is most often used in everyday French to refer to the process of adding fluoride to water or other substances.

Examples of usage:

On devrait fluoriser l’eau potable pour prévenir les caries.
(We should fluoridate drinking water to prevent cavities.)
La loi oblige les dentistes à fluoriser les dents des enfants.
(The law requires dentists to fluoridate children’s teeth.)
Le gouvernement envisage de fluoriser le sel pour améliorer la santé bucco-dentaire.
(The government is considering fluoridating salt to improve oral health.)

Note: Fluoridation practices may vary between countries, and opinions on its benefits and risks can differ.

Fluoriser – 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 fluoriser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	je fluorise	Je fluorise souvent mes dents.	I fluoridate my teeth often.
tu	tu fluorises	Tu fluorises ta bouche.	You fluoridate your mouth.
il	il fluorise	Il fluorise l’eau potable.	He fluoridates the drinking water.
elle	elle fluorise	Elle fluorise son bain de bouche.	She fluoridates her mouthwash.
on	on fluorise	On fluorise les pâtes dentaires.	One fluoridates toothpaste.
nous	nous fluorisons	Nous fluorisons nos verres à dents.	We fluoridate our toothbrushes.
vous	vous fluorisez	Vous fluorisez ce rince-bouche.	You fluoridate this mouth rinse.
ils	ils fluorisent	Ils fluorisent l’eau du robinet.	They fluoridate tap water.
elles	elles fluorisent	Elles fluorisent leurs brosses à dents.	They fluoridate their toothbrushes.