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

Introduction to the verb vernisser

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The English translation of “vernisser” is “to varnish.” It is pronounced as “vehr-nee-say.”

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The word “vernisser” comes from the French word “vernis,” which means “varnish.” It is most often used in everyday French to refer to the act of applying varnish to a surface, such as wood or furniture.

Three simple examples of its usage are:

J’aime vernisser mes meubles pour leur donner un aspect brillant. (I like to varnish my furniture to give them a shiny look.)
Il faut attendre 24 heures avant de vernisser une deuxième couche. (You need to wait 24 hours before varnishing a second coat.)
Mon père a passé toute la journée à vernisser le plancher de la maison. (My father spent the whole day varnishing the floor of the house.)

Vernisser – 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 vernisser

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	vernis	Je vernis la table.	I varnish the table.
tu	vernis	Tu vernis le bois.	You varnish the wood.
il	vernit	Il vernit les meubles.	He varnishes the furniture.
elle	vernit	Elle vernit les cadres.	She varnishes the frames.
on	vernit	On vernit le plancher.	We varnish the floor.
nous	vernissons	Nous vernissons les portes.	We varnish the doors.
vous	vernissez	Vous vernissez les chaises.	You varnish the chairs.
ils	vernissent	Ils vernissent les escaliers.	They varnish the stairs.
elles	vernissent	Elles vernissent les sculptures.	They varnish the sculptures.