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

Introduction to the verb placer

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The English translation of the French verb placer is “to place” or “to put.” The infinitive form is pronounced “plah-say.”

The word placer comes from the Latin word “placere,” meaning “to please.” In everyday French, it is most often used to mean “to put” or “to arrange” something in a specific location or position.

Examples:

  1. Je vais placer les chaises autour de la table pour le dîner. (I am going to arrange the chairs around the table for dinner.)
  2. Nous avons placé notre confiance en lui pour mener le projet à bien. (We have put our trust in him to successfully lead the project.)
  3. Elle a placé ses économies dans un compte d’épargne. (She placed her savings in a savings account.)

Placer – 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 placer

Pronoun Conjugation Short Example English Translation
Je place Je place mes livres sur l’étagère. I place my books on the shelf.
Tu places Tu places les fleurs dans le vase. You place the flowers in the vase.
Il place Il place sa tasse sur la table. He places his cup on the table.
Elle place Elle place ses vêtements dans l’armoire. She places her clothes in the wardrobe.
On place On place les chaises autour de la table. We place the chairs around the table.
Nous plaçons Nous plaçons les décorations sur le sapin. We place the decorations on the tree.
Vous placez Vous placez vos affaires dans le sac. You place your belongings in the bag.
Ils placent Ils placent les valises dans la voiture. They place the suitcases in the car.
Elles placent Elles placent les assiettes sur la table. They place the plates on the table.

Other Conjugations for Placer.

   
    Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb placer    (this article)

    Imparfait (Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Passé Simple (Simple Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Passé Composé (Present Perfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Futur Simple (Simple Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Futur Proche (Near Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Plus-que-parfait (Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Passé Antérieur (Past Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    Futur Antérieur (Future Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    Subjonctif Présent (Subjunctive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    Subjonctif Passé (Subjunctive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Subjonctif Imparfait (Subjunctive Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    Subjonctif Plus-que-parfait (Subjunctive Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Conditionnel Présent (Conditional Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer
   

    Conditionnel Passé (Conditional Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    L’impératif Présent (Imperative Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

    L’infinitif Présent (Infinitive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb placer

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