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

Introduction to the verb retapisser

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The English translation of the French verb retapisser is “to reupholster.” It is pronounced “ruh-ta-pee-say.”

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The language origin of retapisser can be broken down into two parts: “re-” which means “again” and “tapisser” which means “to cover with carpet or upholstery.” Therefore, retapisser literally means “to cover again with carpet or upholstery.”

In everyday French, retapisser is often used when referring to the action of replacing or updating the fabric or material on furniture or walls. It can also be used in a figurative sense to describe the act of renewing or refreshing something.

Three simple examples of its usage are:

Je vais faire retapisser mon canapé cette semaine. (I am going to reupholster my couch this week.)
Nous avons décidé de retapisser les murs de notre chambre pour une nouvelle ambiance. (We have decided to reupholster the walls of our bedroom for a new atmosphere.)
Après son divorce, elle a décidé de retapisser sa vie et de tout recommencer à zéro. (After her divorce, she decided to renew her life and start over from scratch.)

Retapisser – 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 retapisser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	retapisse	Je retapisse le salon.	I am repapering the living room.
tu	retapisses	Tu retapisses la chambre.	You are repapering the bedroom.
il	retapisse	Il retapisse le couloir.	He is repapering the hallway.
elle	retapisse	Elle retapisse la cuisine.	She is repapering the kitchen.
on	retapisse	On retapisse la salle de bain.	We are repapering the bathroom.
nous	retapissons	Nous retapissons la salle à manger.	We are repapering the dining room.
vous	retapissez	Vous retapissez le bureau.	You are repapering the office.
ils	retapissent	Ils retapissent la chambre d’amis.	They are repapering the guest room.
elles	retapissent	Elles retapissent le grenier.	They are repapering the attic.