falloir subjunctive conjugation
Falloir (to be necessary) in the subjunctive: faille.
Subjonctif présent Present subjunctive
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ending regular · irr breaks the pattern · tap a form to hear it
When to use the subjunctive
The subjonctif présent follows que after wishes, necessity, emotion and doubt: “Il faut que tu viennes.”
How it is formed
Take the ils form of the present, drop -ent and add e, es, e, ions, iez, ent. Nous and vous often take the imparfait stem. Fully irregular: être, avoir, aller, faire, pouvoir, savoir, vouloir, valoir, falloir.
Falloir is irregular here. 1 of 1 forms break the pattern (dark tiles above).
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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 subjunctive of falloir?
Falloir in the French subjunctive: il/elle/on faille.
Is falloir irregular in the subjunctive?
Yes. 1 of 1 forms break the regular pattern: il/elle/on faille.
When do you use the French subjunctive?
The subjonctif présent follows que after wishes, necessity, emotion and doubt: “Il faut que tu viennes.”
How is the subjunctive formed?
Take the ils form of the present, drop -ent and add e, es, e, ions, iez, ent. Nous and vous often take the imparfait stem. Fully irregular: être, avoir, aller, faire, pouvoir, savoir, vouloir, valoir, falloir.
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