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Conjugation directory
Attendre is a common regular -re verb that is essential for daily conversations about waiting or expecting something. It is frequently used in both formal and informal contexts.
In TEF/TCF writing, use attendre to describe waiting for someone or something, e.g., 'J'attends le bus depuis 10 minutes.'
Nous attendons le train à la gare.
We are waiting for the train at the station.
Do not forget the preposition 'de' after attendre when followed by an infinitive, e.g., 'J'attends de partir' (I am waiting to leave).
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.
Attendre 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.