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Conjugation directory
Aimer is a key verb for expressing preferences and emotions in French, essential for TEF/TCF Canada candidates to discuss likes, dislikes, and relationships. Its regular conjugation pattern is straightforward, but its nuances can trip up learners.
Use aimer in the speaking section to talk about hobbies or preferences, such as 'J'aime voyager' (I like to travel).
Nous aimons beaucoup ce restaurant.
We really like this restaurant.
Be careful with the conditional: 'J'aimerais' (I would like) is polite, but 'J'aimerai' (future) means 'I will love'—a common spelling mistake.
Use the table above and the related links below to pin the pattern down before you move on to other verbs.
Start with the present tense, then the passé composé. Those two forms carry most everyday conversation and make the rest of the table easier to recognise.
Aimer typically uses avoir in compound tenses. Check the table above and keep the past participle in view when you move into compound forms.
Use the related links below and then open the interactive conjugator to compare this verb with others you use often.