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

Introduction to the verb remonter

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The English translation of the French verb remonter is “to go back up” or “to go up again.” It is pronounced as “re-mon-tay.”

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The language origin of remonter comes from the Latin word “remonstrare,” meaning “to show again.” In everyday French, it is most often used to describe physical movements such as going back up or climbing again. It can also be used figuratively to mean “to bring up again” or “to revisit.”

Examples of usage:

Je dois remonter l’escalier pour récupérer mon téléphone. (I have to go back up the stairs to get my phone.)
Le niveau de la rivière remonte après les fortes pluies. (The river level is going back up after heavy rains.)
Mon grand-père aime bien remonter le passé lors de nos réunions de famille. (My grandfather likes to bring up the past during our family gatherings.)

Remonter – 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 remonter

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	remonte	Je remonte en haut de la colline.	I go back up the hill.
tu	remontes	Tu remontes le temps en regardant ces photos.	You go back in time by looking at these photos.
il	remonte	Il remonte ses manches avant de commencer à travailler.	He rolls up his sleeves before starting to work.
elle	remonte	Elle remonte le moral de ses amis avec ses blagues.	She lifts her friends’ spirits with her jokes.
on	remonte	On remonte le fleuve en canoë.	We go up the river by canoe.
nous	remontons	Nous remontons la piste jusqu’au sommet de la montagne.	We hike up the trail to the top of the mountain.
vous	remontez	Vous remontez le moral de vos employés avec vos encouragements.	You boost your employees’ morale with your encouragements.
ils	remontent	Ils remontent l’histoire de leur famille jusqu’à leurs ancêtres.	They trace their family history back to their ancestors.
elles	remontent	Elles remontent le vent dans leur cerf-volant.	They ride the wind in their kite.