falloir imparfait conjugation
Falloir (to be necessary) in the imparfait: fallait.
Imparfait Imperfect
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ending regular · irr breaks the pattern · tap a form to hear it
When to use the imparfait
The imparfait describes the past as background: habits (“used to”), ongoing actions (“was doing”), descriptions and states. Être is the only verb with an irregular imparfait stem (ét-).
How it is formed
Take the nous form of the present, drop -ons and add ais, ais, ait, ions, iez, aient: nous finissons → je finissais.
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 imparfait of falloir?
Falloir in the French imparfait: il/elle/on fallait.
Is falloir irregular in the imparfait?
Yes. 1 of 1 forms break the regular pattern: il/elle/on fallait.
When do you use the French imparfait?
The imparfait describes the past as background: habits (“used to”), ongoing actions (“was doing”), descriptions and states. Être is the only verb with an irregular imparfait stem (ét-).
How is the imparfait formed?
Take the nous form of the present, drop -ons and add ais, ais, ait, ions, iez, aient: nous finissons → je finissais.
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