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

Introduction to the verb plisser

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The English translation of the French verb plisser is “to pleat” or “to gather.” The infinitive form is pronounced “plee-SAY.”

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Plisser comes from the Old French word “plisser,” which means “to fold” or “to wrinkle.” It is most often used in everyday French to describe the action of folding or gathering fabric to create pleats or wrinkles.

Examples of its usage include:

Elle plisse sa jupe avant de la mettre dans sa valise. (She pleats her skirt before putting it in her suitcase.)
Le couturier a plissé le tissu pour créer un effet de texture sur la robe. (The fashion designer gathered the fabric to create a textured effect on the dress.)
Les draps sont plissés avec soin pour un look élégant sur le lit. (The sheets are carefully pleated for an elegant look on the bed.)

Plisser – 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 plisser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	plisse	Je plisse mes yeux.	I squint my eyes.
tu	plisses	Tu plisses ta chemise.	You crease your shirt.
il	plisse	Il plisse son front.	He creases his forehead.
elle	plisse	Elle plisse sa jupe.	She creases her skirt.
on	plisse	On plisse le papier.	We crease the paper.
nous	plissons	Nous plissons nos vêtements.	We crease our clothes.
vous	plissez	Vous plissez le rideau.	You crease the curtain.
ils	plissent	Ils plissent leurs sourcils.	They crease their eyebrows.
elles	plissent	Elles plissent leur front.	They crease their forehead.