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

Introduction to the verb lorgner

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The English translation of the French verb lorgner is “to eye/ogle/gaze at”. The infinitive form of lorgner is pronounced as “lohrn-yey”.

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Lorgner is derived from the French word “lorgne” meaning “spyglass” or “binoculars”. In everyday French, it is most often used to describe someone looking at something or someone with a particular interest or desire. Here are three simple examples of its usage:

Je lorgne cette belle robe dans la vitrine. (I’m eyeing that beautiful dress in the shop window.)
Les passants lorgnaient curieusement le nouveau bâtiment. (The passersby were eyeing the new building curiously.)
Il a lorgné sa collègue toute la soirée. (He was ogling at his colleague all evening.)

Please note that the translations may vary depending on the context and tone of the sentence. I hope this information helps.

Lorgner – 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 lorgner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	Je lorgne	Je lorgne le gâteau	I am eyeing the cake
Tu	Tu lorgnes	Tu lorgnes la voiture	You are staring at the car
Il	Il lorgne	Il lorgne la femme	He is ogling the woman
Elle	Elle lorgne	Elle lorgne les chaussures	She is eyeing the shoes
On	On lorgne	On lorgne le tableau	One is looking at the painting
Nous	Nous lorgnons	Nous lorgnons les robes	We are checking out the dresses
Vous	Vous lorgnez	Vous lorgnez les bijoux	You are coveting the jewelry
Ils	Ils lorgnent	Ils lorgnent les livres	They are peering at the books
Elles	Elles lorgnent	Elles lorgnent les hommes	They are leering at the men