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

Introduction to the verb ramarrer

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The English translation of the French verb ramarrer is “to tidy up” or “to straighten up.” The infinitive form, “ramarrer,” is pronounced as “rah-mah-ray.”

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Ramarrer comes from the French word “ramarrage,” which means “to tidy up” or “to clean up.” It is most often used in daily French conversation to describe the act of cleaning or straightening up a space or one’s belongings.

Three simple examples of its usage are:

Je dois ramarrer ma chambre avant que mes parents n’arrivent. (I have to tidy up my room before my parents arrive.)
Il faut toujours ramarrer la maison avant de partir en vacances. (You should always straighten up the house before going on vacation.)
J’ai passé toute la journée à ramarrer mon bureau, mais c’est enfin organisé. (I spent the whole day tidying up my desk, but it’s finally organized.)

Note: The translations provided are just one possible way to express the meaning of the phrases in English. Other variations may also exist.

Ramarrer – 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 ramarrer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	Je ramarre	Je ramarre mes cheveux tous les matins.	I brush my hair every morning.
Tu	Tu ramarres	Tu ramarres ta robe avant de sortir.	You straighten your dress before going out.
Il	Il ramarre	Il ramarre sa voiture avant de partir en vacances.	He cleans his car before going on vacation.
Elle	Elle ramarre	Elle ramarre ses livres sur l’étagère.	She arranges her books on the shelf.
On	On ramarre	On ramarre le salon avant que les invités n’arrivent.	We tidy up the living room before the guests arrive.
Nous	Nous ramarrons	Nous ramarrons nos affaires pour déménager.	We pack our things to move.
Vous	Vous ramarrez	Vous ramarrez vos vêtements pour qu’ils soient bien pliés.	You fold your clothes neatly.
Ils	Ils ramarrent	Ils ramarrent leurs outils après avoir travaillé.	They clean their tools after working.
Elles	Elles ramarrent	Elles ramarrent leurs cheveux pour aller à une fête.	They brush their hair to go to a party.