signifier is a regular -er verb in French that conveys the idea of meaning, signifying, or expressing something. It is often used when discussing the meaning of words, symbols, signs, or actions.
- Meaning: to mean, to signify, to express
- Usage: for meanings, implications, signs, or symbols
- Verb type: regular -er verb
*signifier* means "to mean" or "to signify" in French.
Conjugation of signifier
As a regular -er verb, signifier follows the standard -er verb conjugation pattern:
| Tense | Sample Conjugation of signifier | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Present | je signifie | I mean / The word means... |
| tu signifies | ||
| il/elle signifie | ||
| nous signifions | ||
| vous signifiez | ||
| ils/elles signifient | ||
| Past (PC) | j'ai signifié | I meant / It meant... |
| Future | je signifierai | I will mean |
| Conditional | je signifierais | I would mean |
| Imperfect | je signifiais | I was meaning / used to mean |
The correct "nous" form is *signifions*.
The past participle of *signifier* is *signifié*.
Usage and Examples
signifier is used to express what something means or signifies, often in contexts involving language, symbols, or signs.
- Present: Ce mot signifie « amour ». (This word means "love".)
- Past: Ton geste a signifié beaucoup. (Your gesture meant a lot.)
- Future: Cette couleur signifiera quelque chose dans le futur. (This color will mean something in the future.)
*signifier* is used when explaining meanings or interpreting symbols.
Related Expressions
- Que signifie… ? = What does ... mean?
- Signification (n.) = Meaning, significance
- Ça ne signifie rien. = That doesn't mean anything.
The correct question is 'Que signifie ceci ?'
Conclusion:
The verb signifier is essential for discussing meanings, implications, and the significance of words or symbols in French.
- signifier = "to mean," "to signify," "to express"
- Regular -er verb with standard conjugation
- Used for meanings of words, symbols, signs, and expressions