David Issokson

Learn how to use French verbs followed by de with clear examples like “essayer de” and “parler de”. This guide covers both de + infinitive and de + noun structures.

Learn how to use French verbs followed by à with clear examples like “commencer à” and “parler à”. This guide covers both à + infinitive and à + noun structures.

Learn how to use French verbs followed directly by an infinitive with clear examples like “aimer danser” and “pouvoir venir”. This guide explains how verbs connect without à or de.

The French infinitive is the basic, unconjugated form of a verb. This guide explains its most common uses with simple rules, charts, and example sentences.

French present participle and gerund forms are used to express ideas like “speaking,” “while speaking,” and “by speaking.” Learn how to form -ant verbs, use en + present participle, and avoid common “-ing” mistakes with examples.