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

Introduction to the verb lanciner

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The English translation of the French verb lanciner is “to pierce” or “to stab”. The infinitive form of lanciner is pronounced as “lahn-see-nay”.

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Lanciner comes from the Latin word “lancinare”, meaning “to tear” or “to pierce”. In everyday French, it is most often used to describe physical pain or emotional distress.

Examples:

J’ai senti une douleur lancinante dans mon épaule. (I felt a stabbing pain in my shoulder.)
La blessure a lanciné toute la nuit, je n’ai pas pu dormir. (The wound was throbbing all night, I couldn’t sleep.)
Sa tristesse le lancinait depuis la mort de son père. (His sadness had been gnawing at him since the death of his father.)

Lanciner – 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 lanciner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	lancine	Je lancine souvent.	I often lancinate.
tu	lancines	Tu lancines pendant des heures.	You lancinate for hours.
il	lancine	Il lancine sans répit.	He lancinates without respite.
elle	lancine	Elle lancine sans se plaindre.	She lancinates without complaining.
on	lancine	On lancine en silence.	One lancinates in silence.
nous	lancinons	Nous lancinons nos pensées.	We lancinate our thoughts.
vous	lancinez	Vous lancinez avec douleur.	You lancinate with pain.
ils	lancinent	Ils lancinent avec colère.	They lancinate with anger.
elles	lancinent	Elles lancinent en secret.	They lancinate in secret.