Regular French Verb Conjugation Patterns: -ER Verbs

This section provides a thorough introduction to regular -er verb conjugation in French. The fundamental rule involves removing the -er ending from the infinitive and adding appropriate endings based on the subject pronoun.

Definition: Regular -er verbs are the largest and most consistent group of French verbs, following a standard conjugation pattern.

Example: For the verb 'parler' (to speak):

• Je parle (I speak)
• Tu parles (You speak)
• Il/Elle/On parle (He/She/One speaks)

Vocabulary: Common -er verbs include:

• manger (to eat)
• voyager (to travel)
• travailler (to work)
• étudier (to study)

Highlight: The -er verb group is the most regular and predictable in French, making it essential for beginners to master these patterns first.