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

Introduction to the verb reployer

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The English translation of the French verb reployer is “to fold back.” The infinitive form is pronounced as “ruh-ploy-ay.”

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The word reployer comes from the Old French word “replier,” meaning “to fold back or retreat.” It is most commonly used in everyday French in the sense of folding or bending something back, especially in a military or strategic context.

Here are three simple examples of how reployer is used in French:

Il a dû reployer ses troupes pour éviter la défaite. (He had to fold back his troops to avoid defeat.)
Elle a reployé le tissu pour voir la bonne face. (She folded back the fabric to see the right side.)
La société a dû reployer ses effectifs à cause de la crise financière. (The company had to downsize its workforce due to the financial crisis.)

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Reployer – 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 reployer

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	replie	Je replie mes affaires.	I fold my things.
Tu	replies	Tu replies tes idées.	You unfold your ideas.
Il	replie	Il replie son manteau.	He folds his coat.
Elle	replie	Elle replie sa serviette.	She folds her napkin.
On	replie	On replie le drap.	We fold the sheet.
Nous	replions	Nous replions le linge.	We fold the laundry.
Vous	repliez	Vous repliez vos vêtements.	You fold your clothes.
Ils	replient	Ils replient la carte.	They fold the map.
Elles	replient	Elles replient les chaises.	They fold the chairs.