Brossez

Brossez is a French verb form derived from brosser, meaning to brush. In standard usage it serves both as the second-person plural present indicative (vous brossez) and as the imperative form used to command someone or a group to brush. The spelling reflects regular -er verb conjugation in French, and the root is linked to the noun brosse (brush).

Conjugation and usage basics: In the present indicative, the forms are je brosse, tu brosses, il/elle brosse, nous brossons, vous brossez, ils/elles brossent. The imperative for addressing others in a command is typically expressed with brossez for vous, as in “Brossez vos dents.” The inclusive or voluntative form “brossons!” means “let’s brush.”

Common contexts: Brosser is used for cleaning or grooming a variety of items and body parts. Typical objects include teeth (brossez vos dents), hair (brossez vos cheveux), fur on animals, or surfaces like clothes or furniture. It appears in everyday instructions, dental hygiene guidance, grooming tips, and cleaning routines.

Reflexive and pronoun use: When brushing a part of oneself, the reflexive pronoun is used: “Brossez-vous les dents” or “Brossez-vous les cheveux.” In these constructions, the reflexive pronoun precedes the verb, and the object remains after the verb.

Etymology and characteristics: The verb comes from the noun brosse, with the -er verb suffix forming a regular French verb. It is widely used across francophone regions and appears in both formal instruction and informal speech.