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

Introduction to the verb rajeunir

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The English translation of rajeunir is “to rejuvenate.” It is pronounced as “rah-zhuh-neer.”

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The language origin of rajeunir is derived from the Old French word “rejeunir,” which is a combination of “re-” meaning “again” and “jeune” meaning “young.” In everyday French, rajeunir is used to describe the act of becoming or making someone or something younger or more youthful. It can also refer to restoring something to its original state or improving its appearance.

Examples:

Ma mère a décidé de se faire une chirurgie esthétique pour rajeunir son visage. (My mother has decided to have plastic surgery to rejuvenate her face.)
Les scientifiques ont découvert un traitement qui peut rajeunir les cellules vieillissantes. (Scientists have discovered a treatment that can rejuvenate aging cells.)
J’ai besoin d’une nouvelle couleur de cheveux pour rajeunir mon look. (I need a new hair color to rejuvenate my look.)

Rajeunir – 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 rajeunir

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	rajeunis	Je rajeunis chaque jour.	I am getting younger every day.
tu	rajeunis	Tu rajeunis très bien.	You are aging well.
il	rajeunit	Il rajeunit avec cette crème.	He is rejuvenating with this cream.
elle	rajeunit	Elle rajeunit grâce à son régime.	She is getting younger thanks to her diet.
on	rajeunit	On rajeunit en faisant du sport.	We get younger by exercising.
nous	rajeunissons	Nous rajeunissons ensemble.	We are getting younger together.
vous	rajeunissez	Vous rajeunissez à vue d’oeil.	You are getting younger before our eyes.
ils	rajeunissent	Ils rajeunissent avec le temps.	They are getting younger with time.
elles	rajeunissent	Elles rajeunissent en voyageant.	They get younger by traveling.