Conjugating the Verb "Faire" in the Present Tense

Overview

• Verb: Faire (to do/make)
• Importance: Highly irregular verb; used frequently in French.

Conjugation in Present Tense

• Je fais (I do/make)
• Tu fais (You do/make)
• Il/elle fait (He/she does/makes)
• Nous faisons (We do/make)
• Vous faites (You do/make - formal/plural)
• Ils/elles font (They do/make)

Pronunciation Tips

• Irregular forms: Note changes from the infinitive faire
  • e.g., fais, fait, faisons, faites, font
• Pronunciation: Last letter often silent
  • e.g., "fais", "fait", "font"

Usage Examples

• To make: Je fais un gâteau (I am making a cake)
• To do: Je fais du sport (I do sports)
  • e.g., Je fais du basketball (I play basketball)
  • e.g., Je fais du piano (I play piano)

Expressions Using "Faire"

• Chores
  • Faire ses devoirs (to do homework)
  • Faire la vaisselle (to do the dishes)
  • Faire les courses (to go shopping)
• Weather
  • Il fait chaud (It is hot)
  • Il fait froid (It is cold)

Practice

• Emphasis: Learn by heart; frequent use in conversation
• Recommendation: Repeat conjugation regularly to memorize

Additional Information

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Conclusion

• Key takeaway: Mastering "faire" is essential due to its ubiquity and irregularity in French.

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