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

Introduction to the verb smasher

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The English translation of the French verb smasher is “to smash.” The infinitive form of the verb is pronounced as “smash-ay.”

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The word “smasher” originated from the Old English word “smæscan,” which means “to crush or smash.” In everyday French, it is most often used in its literal sense, referring to physically breaking or crushing something.

Examples:

Je vais smasher cette bouteille en verre. (I am going to smash this glass bottle.)
Il a accidentellement smashé sa voiture contre le mur. (He accidentally smashed his car into the wall.)
Les enfants aiment bien smasher les bulles de savon avec leurs mains. (Kids like to smash soap bubbles with their hands.)

Smasher – 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 smasher

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	écrase	Je écrase les tomates.	I smash the tomatoes.
Tu	écrases	Tu écrases les oeufs.	You smash the eggs.
Il	écrase	Il écrase la bouteille.	He smashes the bottle.
Elle	écrase	Elle écrase les pommes de terre.	She smashes the potatoes.
On	écrase	On écrase les noix.	One smashes the nuts.
Nous	écrasons	Nous écrasons les framboises.	We smash the raspberries.
Vous	écrasez	Vous écrasez les citrons.	You (plural/formal) smash the lemons.
Ils	écrasent	Ils écrasent les oranges.	They (masculine) smash the oranges.
Elles	écrasent	Elles écrasent les fraises.	They (feminine) smash the strawberries.