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

Introduction to the verb mentionner

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The English translation of the French verb mentionner is “to mention.” It is pronounced as “mɑ̃.sjɔ.ne” in its infinitive form.

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Mentionner comes from the Latin word “mentio,” meaning “mention” or “reminder.” In everyday French, it is most often used to refer to the act of bringing something to someone’s attention or making a statement about something.

Examples:

Il a mentionné son voyage en Italie lors de la réunion. (He mentioned his trip to Italy during the meeting.)
J’ai mentionné votre nom à mon patron pour le poste vacant. (I mentioned your name to my boss for the vacant position.)
Le professeur a mentionné un examen surprise demain. (The teacher mentioned a surprise exam tomorrow.)

Mentionner – 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 mentionner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	mentionne	Je mentionne souvent mes amis.	I often mention my friends.
Tu	mentionnes	Tu mentionnes tes vacances préférées.	You mention your favorite vacations.
Il	mentionne	Il mentionne sa passion pour le sport.	He mentions his passion for sports.
Elle	mentionne	Elle mentionne son voyage en Europe.	She mentions her trip to Europe.
On	mentionne	On mentionne les nouvelles règles.	We mention the new rules.
Nous	mentionnons	Nous mentionnons nos projets pour l’avenir.	We mention our plans for the future.
Vous	mentionnez	Vous mentionnez toujours vos opinions.	You always mention your opinions.
Ils	mentionnent	Ils mentionnent leurs expériences de voyage.	They mention their travel experiences.
Elles	mentionnent	Elles mentionnent leurs recettes préférées.	They mention their favorite recipes.