Mastering the French verb 'donner' is essential for effective communication. This guide covers its conjugation in the present, passé composé, imparfait, futur simple, and imperative. Understanding these forms is crucial for describing actions across different time frames, from current activities to past habits and future plans. The imperative form is also highlighted for its use in commands and requests.
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"Donner" is conjugated by removing the -er ending and adding the appropriate endings for each subject pronoun
Similarity with other first-group verbs
The conjugation of "donner" follows the same pattern as other first-group verbs, making it easier to learn
Proficiency in using "donner" in present tense is crucial for effective communication in French
To form the passé composé of "donner," combine the present tense of the auxiliary verb "avoir" with the past participle "donné."
The passé composé is frequently used to relate past events and achievements
In the imparfait, the stem "donn-" is combined with the imparfait endings to express ongoing or habitual actions in the past
The imparfait is essential for providing a backdrop to past events in descriptive narratives
To conjugate "donner" in the futur simple, use the entire infinitive "donner" as the stem and add the future tense endings
The futur simple is essential for discussing future events and intentions
The imperative forms of "donner" are donne (singular informal), donnons (let's give), and donnez (singular formal or plural)
The imperative mood is commonly used for issuing instructions or invitations in everyday language
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Group of 'donner' in French verbs
'Donner' belongs to the first group of French verbs with infinitives ending in -er.
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Conjugation pattern of 'donner'
'Donner' follows a regular conjugation pattern, characteristic of first-group verbs.
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Tenses to learn for 'donner'
Conjugate 'donner' in present indicative, passé composé, imparfait, futur simple, and imperative.
