Practice French Imperatif present

Use imperative to give direct commands (tu, nous, vous). Use this page as a quick refresher before starting practice in the app.

Example verb: parler (to speak)

  • Group: 1
  • Model: régulier
  • Level: A1
  • Stem: parl
  • Past participle: parlé

Common endings or structure

  • Parle !
  • Parlons !
  • Parlez !

Examples

  • Ecoute bien.
  • Prenons le train.

Mini quiz

Choose the correct imperative: ___ plus lentement, s il te plait.

ParleParlesParlez-vous

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FAQ

Which persons exist in French imperative?

Only tu, nous, and vous forms are used.

Why is there no subject pronoun in imperative?

French imperative omits explicit subject pronouns in affirmative commands.

Do -er verbs keep final s in tu imperative?

Usually no, except before y or en where pronunciation rules apply.