réduirait

Réduirait is the conditional tense, third-person singular form of the French verb "réduire," which translates to "to reduce" or "to decrease" in English. This grammatical form is used to express hypothetical situations, polite requests, or future actions that depend on a condition. For instance, one might say "Si j'avais plus de temps, je réduirait mon temps d'écran" (If I had more time, I would reduce my screen time).

The conditional tense in French is formed by adding specific endings to the stem of the verb. For "réduire," the conditional stem is "réduir-" and the third-person singular ending is "-ait." Therefore, "réduirait" is the correct conjugation for subjects like "il" (he), "elle" (she), or "on" (one/we/they).

Beyond hypothetical statements, "réduirait" can also be employed to soften a command or suggestion, making it sound more polite. For example, "Vous réduirait-il le prix ?" (Would you reduce the price?) is a more courteous way of asking for a price reduction than a direct imperative. Understanding the conditional tense, including forms like "réduirait," is crucial for accurate and nuanced communication in French.