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

Introduction to the verb redemander

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The English translation of redemander is “to ask again” or “to request again.” It is pronounced “ruh-duh-mahn-day.”

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Redemander comes from the Latin word “demandare,” meaning “to entrust” or “to order.” It is most often used in everyday French as a synonym for “demander,” or “to ask,” but with a stronger emphasis or urgency.

Examples:

Je vais redemander à mon professeur si je peux rendre mon devoir en retard. (I will ask my teacher again if I can turn in my assignment late.)
Les clients ont redemandé une réduction sur leurs factures. (The customers asked again for a discount on their bills.)
Il m’a redemandé mon numéro de téléphone plusieurs fois avant de le noter. (He asked me for my phone number several times before writing it down.)

Redemander – 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 redemander

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	redemande	Je redemande l’adresse.	I am asking for the address.
Tu	redemandes	Tu redemandes ton livre.	You are asking for your book.
Il	redemande	Il redemande des explications.	He is asking for some explanations.
Elle	redemande	Elle redemande de l’aide.	She is asking for help.
On	redemande	On redemande une réponse.	One is asking for an answer.
Nous	redemandons	Nous redemandons des précisions.	We are asking for some clarifications.
Vous	redemandez	Vous redemandez votre portefeuille.	You are asking for your wallet.
Ils	redemandent	Ils redemandent des nouvelles.	They are asking for news.
Elles	redemandent	Elles redemandent leur dîner.	They are asking for their dinner.