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

Introduction to the verb parlementer

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The English translation of the French verb parlementer is “to negotiate” or “to bargain.” It is pronounced “par-le-mon-tay.”

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The word parlementer comes from the French word “parlement,” which means “to speak.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe the act of discussing or negotiating terms and conditions between two parties.

Je dois parlementer avec mon patron pour avoir une augmentation de salaire.
Translation: I have to negotiate with my boss for a raise.
Les deux pays ont décidé de parlementer pour trouver une solution pacifique.
Translation: The two countries have decided to negotiate to find a peaceful solution.
Avant d’acheter une voiture d’occasion, il est important de parlementer le prix avec le vendeur.
Translation: Before buying a used car, it is important to bargain the price with the seller.

Parlementer – 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 parlementer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	parlemente	Je parlemente avec le gouvernement.	I am negotiating with the government.
tu	parlementes	Tu parlementes avec le maire.	You are negotiating with the mayor.
il	parlemente	Il parlemente avec l’opposition.	He is negotiating with the opposition.
elle	parlemente	Elle parlemente avec le président.	She is negotiating with the president.
on	parlemente	On parlemente pour trouver une solution.	We are negotiating to find a solution.
nous	parlementons	Nous parlementons avec les syndicats.	We are negotiating with the unions.
vous	parlementez	Vous parlementez avec les chefs d’entreprise.	You are negotiating with the business leaders.
ils	parlementent	Ils parlementent pour obtenir des avantages.	They are negotiating to get some benefits.
elles	parlementent	Elles parlementent pour défendre leurs droits.	They are negotiating to defend their rights.