Overview
This lecture introduces how to form and use the Futur Simple (simple future tense) in French, including regular and irregular verb forms.
Formation of Futur Simple
- To form the Futur Simple, start with the infinitive of the verb as the stem.
- For -re verbs, drop the final "e" before adding endings.
- Regular endings for all groups: -ai, -as, -a, -ons, -ez, -ont.
Example: Emily Passera
- Example given: "Emily passera" (Emily will pass), illustrating subject-verb agreement in the future tense.
Verb Stems and Endings
- Most verbs use the full infinitive as the stem, except -re verbs (drop "e").
- Add the future endings to this stem for all subjects.
More Examples of Stems
- Regular verbs like "parler" (to speak) → "je parlerai" (I will speak).
- "Finir" (to finish) → "nous finirons" (we will finish).
Tricks for Irregular Verbs
- Some verbs have irregular future stems, e.g. "avoir" → "aur-", "être" → "ser-", "faire" → "fer-".
- Learn the main irregular stems as they do not follow the regular pattern.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Futur Simple — French tense used for expressing actions that will happen in the future.
- Stem — The verb base used before adding endings, usually the infinitive.
- Irregular Verbs — Verbs that do not use the infinitive as the stem for the future tense.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Practice forming the Futur Simple with regular and irregular verbs.
- Memorize key irregular future stems (e.g., avoir, ĂŞtre, faire).
- Complete related exercises or homework as assigned.