falloir future tense conjugation
Falloir (to be necessary) in the future tense: faudra.
Futur simple Future
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ending regular · irr breaks the pattern · tap a form to hear it
When to use the future tense
The futur simple says what will happen. In conversation “aller + infinitive” (je vais partir) is just as common for the near future.
How it is formed
Add ai, as, a, ons, ez, ont to the infinitive (dropping the final -e of -re verbs). Irregular verbs change only the stem: ser- (être), aur- (avoir), ir- (aller), fer- (faire), pourr-, voudr-, viendr-, verr-.
Falloir is irregular here. 1 of 1 forms break the pattern (dark tiles above).
Falloir in a sentence
- Il faut partir maintenant.We must leave now.
- Il faudra réserver à l'avance.It will be necessary to book in advance.
Impersonal verb, only used with 'il'; always followed by infinitive or subjunctive.
FAQ
What is the future tense of falloir?
Falloir in the French future tense: il/elle/on faudra.
Is falloir irregular in the future tense?
Yes. 1 of 1 forms break the regular pattern: il/elle/on faudra.
When do you use the French future tense?
The futur simple says what will happen. In conversation “aller + infinitive” (je vais partir) is just as common for the near future.
How is the future tense formed?
Add ai, as, a, ons, ez, ont to the infinitive (dropping the final -e of -re verbs). Irregular verbs change only the stem: ser- (être), aur- (avoir), ir- (aller), fer- (faire), pourr-, voudr-, viendr-, verr-.
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