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

Introduction to the verb fulgurer

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The English translation of the French verb “fulgurer” is “to flash” or “to glare.” The infinitive form “fulgurer” is pronounced as [ful-gy-ray].

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Fulgurer originates from the Latin word “fulgurare,” meaning “to flash” or “to shine brightly.” In everyday French, it is most often used in a figurative sense to describe something that happens suddenly or forcefully, similar to a flash or a glare.

Examples:

Les éclairs ont fulguré dans le ciel pendant l’orage. (Flashes of lightning flashed across the sky during the storm.)
Un sourire a fulguré sur son visage quand elle a vu le cadeau. (A smile flashed across her face when she saw the gift.)
La vérité a fulguré dans son esprit, lui apportant une nouvelle perspective. (The truth flashed in his mind, bringing him a new perspective.)

Fulgurer – 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 fulgurer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	fulgure	Je fulgure dans le ciel.	I am flashing in the sky.
Tu	fulgures	Tu fulgures de talent.	You are shining with talent.
Il	fulgure	Il fulgure de colère.	He is flashing with anger.
Elle	fulgure	Elle fulgure de joie.	She is shining with joy.
On	fulgure	On fulgure au sommet.	One is shining at the top.
Nous	fulgurons	Nous fulgurons de créativité.	We are shining with creativity.
Vous	fulgurez	Vous fulgurez d’intelligence.	You are shining with intelligence.
Ils	fulgurent	Ils fulgurent de puissance.	They are flashing with power.
Elles	fulgurent	Elles fulgurent d’énergie.	They are flashing with energy.