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

Introduction to the verb javeler

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The English translation of the French verb javeler is “to spear” or “to throw a javelin.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “zhav-uh-leh.”

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The word javeler has its roots in the Latin word “jaculum” meaning “dart” or “javelin.” It is most often used in everyday French to refer to the action of throwing a javelin or other similar objects.

Examples:

Il a remporté la compétition en javelant le javelot à une distance impressionnante. (He won the competition by spearing the javelin to an impressive distance.)
Les chasseurs utilisaient des javelots pour tuer les animaux à distance. (Hunters used javelins to kill animals from a distance.)
Le soldat a réussi à javeler le bouclier de l’ennemi avec précision. (The soldier managed to spear the enemy’s shield with precision.)

Javeler – 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 javeler

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	javele	Je javele dans le jardin.	I hoe in the garden.
Tu	javeles	Tu ne javeles pas assez profond.	You don’t hoe deep enough.
Il	javèle	Il javèle le sol avant de semer.	He hoes the ground before planting.
Elle	javèle	Elle javèle les mauvaises herbes.	She hoes the weeds.
On	javele	On javele pour aérer la terre.	We hoe to aerate the soil.
Nous	javelons	Nous javelons régulièrement.	We hoe regularly.
Vous	javelez	Vous javelez avec précision.	You hoe with precision.
Ils	javelent	Ils javelent le potager ensemble.	They hoe the vegetable garden together.
Elles	javelent	Elles javelent en chantant.	They hoe while singing.