How to Remember Irregular Verb Conjugations

Many irregular verbs actually follow shared patterns. Instead of memorizing each verb individually, it is often easier to learn them in groups of verbs with similar conjugations.

Click any verb to see full conjugations and start practicing.

01.Introduction

French irregular verbs can seem difficult at first because they do not follow the standard conjugation rules of regular verbs.

However, many irregular verbs actually follow shared patterns. Instead of memorizing each verb individually, it is often easier to learn them in groups of verbs with similar conjugations.

Once you recognize these patterns, remembering irregular verbs becomes much more manageable.

In this guide, we will look at common irregular verb patterns in French, along with example conjugations and lists of verbs that follow each pattern.

For each pattern below, you will find:

an example conjugation table
a list of verbs that follow the same rule
a practice exercise to help reinforce the pattern

02.Common French Irregular Verb Patterns

end with -prendre

end with -enir

end with -mettre

end with -endre

end with -ouvrir

end with -crire

end with -eindre

end with -uire

end with -cevoir

end with -ondre

end with -voir

end with -aître

03.Tips for Remembering Irregular Verbs

Here are a few strategies that can make irregular verbs easier to remember:

Learn verbs in groups instead of individually
Focus on stem changes, not just endings
Practice with short exercises regularly.
Review the most frequently used verbs first You can explore more exercises here: