attendre
Regular -re Level A1 ⭐ #24 Most CommonEnglish translation: to wait / to wait for
Présent
Actions in waiting.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| je | attends | |
| tu | attends | |
| il / elle | attend | |
| nous | attendons | |
| vous | attendez | |
| ils / elles | attendent |
- Nous attendons le train sur le quai. — Peronda treni bekliyoruz.
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Frequently Asked Questions: ATTENDRE
Is "attendre" a regular or irregular verb in French? ▾
"attendre" is classified as a Regular -re verb in French. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "attends, attends, attend, attendons, attendez, attendent". Model verb for regular 3rd group -RE verbs with past participle 'attendu'. Does NOT take 'pour': 'J'attends le bus' (not 'J'attends pour le bus').
What does "attendre" mean in English? ▾
In English, "attendre" translates primarily to "to wait / to wait for". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "attendre"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "J'attends pour mon ami." instead of "J'attends mon ami.". Why? 'Attendre' is directly transitive in French.
What are common idioms or expressions with "attendre"? ▾
A popular idiom is "S'attendre à" which means "To expect something" (e.g. "Je ne m'attendais pas à cela.").
How can I practice and memorize "attendre" conjugations? ▾
Use Verbpedia's built-in interactive flashcards, pronounce each form using native Web Speech audio, and complete the instant mini-quiz below. You can also print a distraction-free A4 cheat sheet using the Print button above.
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