Aller (to go) — Present Tense (French verbs conjugated by Learn French With Alexa)

Introduction to the Verb 'Aller'00:00:06

The video introduces the verb 'Aller' (to go) in French. It is highlighted as a highly irregular and important verb despite ending in '-er', which typically signifies a regular verb. Learners are advised to memorize its conjugation by heart.

Conjugating 'Aller' in the Present Tense00:00:50

The conjugation of 'Aller' in the present tense is presented: 'Je vais', 'Tu vas', 'Il/Elle va', 'Nous allons', 'Vous allez', 'Ils/Elles vont'. The speaker emphasizes its irregularity and the completely different sound compared to the infinitive 'Aller'.

Practice and Review of Conjugation00:02:10

The presenter encourages viewers to repeat the conjugations to practice pronunciation and memorize the forms. A quick review of the conjugated forms is provided to reinforce learning.

Example Sentences with 'Aller'00:03:00

Examples are given to demonstrate the use of 'Aller' in sentences, such as 'Elle va à la bibliotheque' (She goes to the library) and 'Je vais au cinéma' (I go to the cinema). The importance of understanding common nouns like 'bibliotheque' is also noted.

Using 'Aller' for the Near Future00:04:27

The video explains how 'Aller' can be used to express the near future in French, similar to "going to [do something]" in English. Examples include 'Nous allons regarder la télé' (We are going to watch TV) and 'Je vais acheter une paire de chaussures' (I am going to buy a pair of shoes).

Conclusion and Practice Encouragement00:05:41

The lesson concludes by reiterating the importance of practicing the verb 'Aller' and reviewing the conjugation list. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe to the channel for more French learning videos and to leave comments about their progress.