The perfect infinitive can be translated as ‘after having done’ something. It can be used in conjunction with another phrase in any tenseThe verb formation that describes the time at which the action occurred, eg past, present or future.. For example:
Après avoir terminé mes études, je trouverai un emploi. - After finishing my studies, I will find a job.
Après m’être couché(e), je me suis endormi(e) tout de suite. - After going to bed, I fell asleep straightaway.
Après être arrivé(e)s chez vous, nous nous relaxerons. - After arriving at your place, we will relax.
Translate the following into French.
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After eating, I watched TV.
Après avoir mangé, j’ai regardé la télé.
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We will go to the park after finishing our homework.
Nous irons / On ira au parc après avoir fini nos devoirs.
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After playing tennis, I always drink a litre of water.
Après avoir joué au tennis, je bois toujours un litre d’eau.
