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

Introduction to the verb pommader

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The English translation of the French verb pommader is “to pomade” or “to apply pomade.” The infinitive form of pommader is pronounced as “poh-ma-day.”

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The word pommader comes from the Old French word “pommade,” meaning “ointment” or “pomatum.” It is most often used in everyday French to refer to the action of applying a scented hair or skin product, usually in a creamy or oily form.

Examples of pommader in everyday French are:

Je vais pommader mes cheveux avant le rendez-vous. (I will pomade my hair before the appointment.)
Elle pommade son visage tous les soirs pour hydrater sa peau. (She applies pomade to her face every evening to moisturize her skin.)
Nous avons pommadé nos mains avec de la crème pour les garder douces. (We pomaded our hands with cream to keep them soft.)

Please note that these examples are meant to demonstrate the usage of the word pommader and may not be the most common ways of expressing these actions in French.

Pommader – 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 pommader

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	Pommade	Je pommade mes mains tous les jours.	I apply lotion to my hands every day.
Tu	Pommades	Tu pommades tes cheveux avant de sortir.	You put pomade in your hair before going out.
Il	Pommade	Il pommade son visage avec une crème hydratante.	He applies lotion on his face with a moisturizer.
Elle	Pommade	Elle pommade ses pieds pour les adoucir.	She puts lotion on her feet to make them soft.
On	Pommade	On pommade notre corps après la douche.	We put lotion on our body after showering.
Nous	Pommadons	Nous pommadons nos mains avant de cuisiner.	We apply lotion to our hands before cooking.
Vous	Pommadez	Vous pommadez vos cheveux avec un produit naturel.	You put pomade in your hair with a natural product.
Ils	Pommadent	Ils pommadent leurs jambes après l’épilation.	They put lotion on their legs after shaving.
Elles	Pommadent	Elles pommadent leur visage avec une crème anti-âge.	They apply lotion on their face with an anti-aging cream.