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

Introduction to the verb temporiser

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The English translation of the French verb temporiser is “to delay” or “to procrastinate.” It is pronounced as “tem-poh-ree-zay.”

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The word “temporiser” comes from the Latin word “tempus,” meaning “time.” In everyday French, it is most often used to describe the act of delaying or putting off something for a later time.

Examples of usage:

Je n’aime pas temporiser, je préfère régler les problèmes immédiatement. (I don’t like to delay, I prefer to solve problems immediately.)
Il a passé toute la journée à temporiser avant de prendre une décision. (He spent the whole day procrastinating before making a decision.)
Ne temporisez pas, il faut agir rapidement. (Don’t delay, we need to act quickly.)

Translation: The English translation of the French verb temporiser is “to delay” or “to procrastinate.” Its most common usage is in describing the act of postponing or putting off something for a later time. Three examples in English are: “I don’t like to delay, I prefer to solve problems immediately,” “He spent the whole day procrastinating before making a decision,” and “Don’t delay, we need to act quickly.”

Temporiser – 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 temporiser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	temporise	Je temporise avant de prendre une décision.	I am stalling before making a decision.
Tu	temporises	Tu temporises trop, il faut agir maintenant.	You are stalling too much, we need to act now.
Il	temporise	Il temporise pour éviter de répondre à la question.	He is stalling to avoid answering the question.
Elle	temporise	Elle temporise avant de s’engager dans cette relation.	She is stalling before committing to this relationship.
On	temporise	On temporise souvent lorsqu’on est indécis.	We often stall when we are indecisive.
Nous	temporisons	Nous temporisons pour gagner du temps.	We are stalling to buy some time.
Vous	temporisez	Vous temporisez afin de réfléchir à la situation.	You are stalling to think about the situation.
Ils	temporisent	Ils temporisent pour trouver une solution.	They are stalling to find a solution.
Elles	temporisent	Elles temporisent pour éviter de prendre des risques.	They are stalling to avoid taking risks.