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

Introduction to the verb gourmander

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The English translation of the French verb “gourmander” is “to reprimand” or “to scold.” The infinitive form “gourmander” is pronounced as “goor-mahn-dey.”

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The word “gourmander” originates from the Old French term “gorge,” meaning throat, and it is derived from the Latin word “gurgulio,” which also means throat. In everyday French, “gourmander” is commonly used to express the act of scolding or reprimanding someone for their behavior or actions.

Examples of usage:

Il s’est fait gourmander par son professeur pour ne pas avoir fait ses devoirs.
(He got scolded by his teacher for not doing his homework.)
Elle gourmande souvent ses enfants lorsqu’ils se comportent mal.
(She often scolds her children when they misbehave.)
Le manager a gourmandé l’employé pour son retard constant.
(The manager reprimanded the employee for his constant lateness.)

Gourmander – 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 gourmander

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	gourmande	Je gourmande souvent.	I scold often.
tu	gourmandes	Tu gourmandes ton frère.	You scold your brother.
il	gourmande	Il gourmande sa sœur.	He scolds his sister.
elle	gourmande	Elle gourmande son ami.	She scolds her friend.
on	gourmande	On gourmande les enfants.	One scolds the children.
nous	gourmandons	Nous gourmandons nos employés.	We scold our employees.
vous	gourmandez	Vous gourmandez votre chien.	You scold your dog.
ils	gourmandent	Ils gourmandent leurs élèves.	They scold their students.
elles	gourmandent	Elles gourmandent leurs collègues.	They scold their colleagues.