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Conjugation directory
Danser is a regular -er verb that is essential for describing leisure activities and cultural expressions. It is commonly tested in TEF/TCF Canada sections on daily routines and preferences.
Use danser in the speaking test to talk about your hobbies, for example, 'Je danse le week-end avec mes amis'.
Ils dansent bien au mariage.
They dance well at the wedding.
Do not confuse 'danser' with 'sauter' (to jump); 'danser' implies rhythmic movement, while 'sauter' is a simple jump.
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.
Danser 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.