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

Introduction to the verb lucher

Get the present tense conjugation of lucher. Includes a FREE downloadable reference sheet (no email required). Alternatively if you have a lot of text to check then use our free French Grammar Checker – no registration required!

The English translation of the French verb lucher is “to squint.” The infinitive form of lucher is pronounced as “loo-shay.”

Table of Contents

The origin of the word lucher can be traced back to the Old French word “luchier” which means “to close the eyes partially.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe the action of squinting or narrowing one’s eyes, either due to bright light or difficulty in seeing.

Examples:

Il a louché pour mieux voir l’écran. (He squinted to see the screen better.)
Elle louchait à cause du soleil éblouissant. (She squinted because of the dazzling sun.)
Les enfants ont louché en essayant de lire le petit texte. (The children squinted while trying to read the small text.)

Lucher – 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 lucher

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	luche	Je luche tous les matins.	I wrestle every morning.
Tu	luches	Tu luches contre ton frère.	You wrestle with your brother.
Il	luche	Il luche pour gagner.	He wrestles to win.
Elle	luche	Elle luche avec détermination.	She wrestles with determination.
On	luche	On luche pour le plaisir.	We wrestle for fun.
Nous	luchons	Nous luchons ensemble.	We wrestle together.
Vous	luchez	Vous luchez contre l’adversaire.	You wrestle against the opponent.
Ils	luchent	Ils luchent pour le titre.	They wrestle for the title.
Elles	luchent	Elles luchent avec force.	They wrestle with strength.