Être (to be) — Present Tense

The video tutorial covers the conjugation of the French verb 'etre' in the present tense. It explains the importance of 'etre' as an auxiliary verb, provides a detailed conjugation guide, and offers pronunciation tips, including the concept of liaison. The tutorial also includes examples of using 'etre' in sentences, helping learners understand its application in everyday contexts.

What is the primary role of the verb 'être' in French?

• It is only used in formal writing.

• It is a verb that describes emotions.

• It is used to express future actions.

• It is an auxiliary verb used in past tense conjugations.

How do you say 'I am' in French using the verb 'être'?

• Je suis

• Tu es

• Il est

• Nous sommes

What is the term for the French pronunciation rule where a consonant at the end of a word is pronounced because the next word begins with a vowel?

• Elision

• Conjugation

• Intonation

• Liaison

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'être' to say 'They are in the house' for a group of girls?

• Ils sont dans la maison

• Elle est dans la maison

• Elles sont dans la maison

• Il est dans la maison

How would you say 'He is on the table' in French?

• Ils sont sur la table

• Elle est sur la table

• Il est sur la table

• Elles sont sur la table