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present continuous in French

present continuous in French is présent progressif, présent continu.

present continuous in French

présent progressif
noun
(grammar) A tense that describes an ongoing action in the present. In English it is formed by use of a form of be with a present participle.
présent continu
noun
(grammar) A tense that describes an ongoing action in the present. In English it is formed by use of a form of be with a present participle.
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What is "present continuous" in French?

"present continuous" in French is présent progressif, présent continu.

Are there other ways to say "present continuous" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "present continuous": présent progressif, présent continu.

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