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

Introduction to the verb réquisitionner

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The English translation of the French verb réquisitionner is to requisition. It is pronounced “ray-kwee-zee-shee-oh-nay.”

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Réquisitionner comes from the French word “réquisition,” which means requisition. It is most often used in everyday French to refer to the act of seizing or taking control of something for official or military use.

Examples:

Le gouvernement a réquisitionné les bâtiments abandonnés pour loger les réfugiés. (The government requisitioned abandoned buildings to house refugees.)
La police a réquisitionné les véhicules pour faciliter l’évacuation de la zone inondée. (The police requisitioned vehicles to facilitate the evacuation of the flooded area.)
L’armée a réquisitionné les fournitures médicales pour les utiliser dans les zones touchées par la catastrophe naturelle. (The army requisitioned medical supplies to use in the areas affected by the natural disaster.)

Réquisitionner – 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 réquisitionner

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	Réquisitionne	Je réquisitionne des fournitures.	I requisition supplies.
Tu	Réquisitionnes	Tu réquisitionnes du matériel.	You requisition equipment.
Il	Réquisitionne	Il réquisitionne de l’aide.	He requisitions help.
Elle	Réquisitionne	Elle réquisitionne un véhicule.	She requisitions a vehicle.
On	Réquisitionne	On réquisitionne des ressources.	We requisition resources.
Nous	Réquisitionnons	Nous réquisitionnons des fonds.	We requisition funds.
Vous	Réquisitionnez	Vous réquisitionnez des bâtiments.	You requisition buildings.
Ils	Réquisitionnent	Ils réquisitionnent du personnel.	They requisition personnel.
Elles	Réquisitionnent	Elles réquisitionnent des vivres.	They requisition food.