What Are the Endings for AR Verbs?
Understanding the endings for AR verbs is crucial for mastering the French language. AR verbs, also known as regular verbs, follow a consistent pattern in their endings. In this article, we will delve into the various endings for AR verbs, their usage, and provide you with practical examples to help you grasp these endings effectively.
Understanding the Structure of AR Verbs
AR verbs are characterized by their endings, which change according to the subject pronoun and the tense. The structure of an AR verb typically consists of an infinitive form, followed by the endings that vary based on the subject and tense.
Here’s a breakdown of the structure:
| Subject Pronoun | Infinitive | Endings |
|---|---|---|
| Je | aimer | aimer, aimes, aimait, aimons, aimiez, aim猫rent |
| Tu | aimer | aimer, aimes, aimait, aimons, aimiez, aim猫rent |
| Il/Elle/On | aimer | aimer, aime, aimait, aimons, aimiez, aim猫rent |
| Nous | aimer | aimer, aimons, aim芒mes, aim芒mes, aimions, aim芒tes |
| Vous | aimer | aimer, aimez, aimait, aimions, aim芒tes, aim猫rent |
| Ils/Elles | aimer | aimer, aiment, aim猫rent, aim芒mes, aim芒mes, aim猫rent |
As you can see, the endings for AR verbs vary depending on the subject pronoun. The table above provides an example of the endings for the verb “aimer” (to love) in different tenses.
Common Tenses and Their Endings
AR verbs are used in various tenses, each with its own set of endings. Let’s explore some of the most common tenses and their corresponding endings:
Present Tense
The present tense is used to describe actions that are happening now or are habitual. The endings for the present tense of AR verbs are as follows:
| Subject Pronoun | Endings |
|---|---|
| Je | -er |
| Tu | -es |
| Il/Elle/On | -e |
| Nous | -ons |
| Vous | -ez |
| Ils/Elles | -ent |
For example, the verb “aimer” (to love) in the present tense would be “j’aime” (I love), “tu aimes” (you love), “il/elle/on aime” (he/she/it loves), “nous aimons” (we love), “vous aimez” (you love), and “ils/elles aiment” (they love).
Past Tense
The past tense is used to describe actions that have already occurred. There are two main past tenses in French: the imparfait and the pass茅 compos茅. Let’s look at the endings for these tenses:
Imparfait
The imparfait is used to describe actions that
