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

Introduction to the verb lotionner

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The English translation of the French verb lotionner is “to apply lotion.” The infinitive form, “lotionner,” is pronounced as “loh-shoh-neh.”

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The word “lotionner” is derived from the word “lotion,” which comes from the Latin word “lotio” meaning “washing.” It is often used in everyday French to refer to the action of applying lotion or cream to the skin for moisturizing or cleansing purposes.

Example 1:
French: Je vais lotionner mes mains avant d’aller me coucher.
English: I am going to apply lotion to my hands before going to bed.

Example 2:
French: Tu devrais lotionner ta peau après avoir pris une douche.
English: You should moisturize your skin after taking a shower.

Example 3:
French: Elle s’est lotionnée le visage avec de la crème solaire avant d’aller à la plage.
English: She applied sunscreen lotion to her face before going to the beach.

Lotionner – 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 lotionner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	lotionne	Je lotionne ma peau.	I apply lotion to my skin.
tu	lotionnes	Tu lotionnes tes mains.	You apply lotion to your hands.
il	lotionne	Il lotionne son corps.	He applies lotion to his body.
elle	lotionne	Elle lotionne son visage.	She applies lotion to her face.
on	lotionne	On lotionne souvent après la douche.	We often apply lotion after showering.
nous	lotionnons	Nous lotionnons nos bras.	We apply lotion to our arms.
vous	lotionnez	Vous lotionnez vos jambes.	You (plural) apply lotion to your legs.
ils	lotionnent	Ils lotionnent leur peau.	They (masculine) apply lotion to their skin.
elles	lotionnent	Elles lotionnent leurs mains.	They (feminine) apply lotion to their hands.