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

Introduction to the verb gratifier

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The English translation of the French verb “gratifier” is “to reward”. The infinitive form of “gratifier” is pronounced as [ɡʁa.ti.fje].

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The word “gratifier” has its origins in the Latin word “gratificare”, which means “to please or to give thanks”. In everyday French, “gratifier” is most often used to express the act of rewarding someone or something for their merits or good behavior.

Here are three simple examples of the usage of “gratifier” in everyday French:

Je vais gratifier mon fils pour ses excellentes notes à l’école.
(I am going to reward my son for his excellent grades at school.)
Le chef a gratifié l’équipe en leur offrant des congés supplémentaires.
(The boss rewarded the team by offering them extra days off.)
Elle m’a gratifié d’un sourire chaleureux en me remerciant.
(She rewarded me with a warm smile as she thanked me.)

Please note that the given examples are in the infinitive form, and the conjugated forms of “gratifier” will vary depending on the subject and tense used.

Gratifier – 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 gratifier

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	je gratifie	Je gratifie mes parents.	I gratify my parents.
Tu	tu gratifies	Tu gratifies ton ami.	You gratify your friend.
Il	il gratifie	Il gratifie son professeur.	He gratifies his teacher.
Elle	elle gratifie	Elle gratifie sa sœur.	She gratifies her sister.
On	on gratifie	On gratifie nos invités.	We gratify our guests.
Nous	nous gratifions	Nous gratifions nos employés.	We gratify our employees.
Vous	vous gratifiez	Vous gratifiez vos clients.	You gratify your clients.
Ils	ils gratifient	Ils gratifient leurs collèges.	They gratify their colleagues.
Elles	elles gratifient	Elles gratifient leurs professeurs.	They gratify their teachers.