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

Introduction to the verb raccommoder

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The English translation of the French verb raccommoder is “to mend” or “to repair.” It is pronounced “rah-koh-moh-deh.”

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The origin of the word raccommoder comes from the Latin word “recommodare,” meaning “to put in order.” In everyday French, it is commonly used to refer to repairing or fixing something, especially in the context of clothing or household items.

Je dois raccommoder mon pull préféré car il y a un trou. (I have to mend my favorite sweater because there is a hole.)
Ma grand-mère aime raccommoder ses vieux vêtements pour les rendre comme neufs. (My grandmother likes to repair her old clothes to make them look like new.)
Le cordonnier peut raccommoder mes chaussures pour qu’elles soient plus confortables. (The cobbler can mend my shoes to make them more comfortable.)

Raccommoder – 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 raccommoder

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	raccommode	Je raccommode mes chaussettes.	I mend my socks.
tu	raccommodes	Tu raccommodes ta chemise.	You mend your shirt.
il	raccommode	Il raccommode ses pantalons.	He mends his pants.
elle	raccommode	Elle raccommode son pull.	She mends her sweater.
on	raccommode	On raccommode nos rideaux.	We mend our curtains.
nous	raccommodons	Nous raccommodons nos gants.	We mend our gloves.
vous	raccommodez	Vous raccommodez vos chaussons.	You mend your slippers.
ils	raccommodent	Ils raccommodent leurs vêtements.	They mend their clothes.
elles	raccommodent	Elles raccommodent leurs écharpes.	They mend their scarves.