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In the Italian language, there are four main verb moods: indicative, subjunctive, conditional, and imperative. Each of these moods is used to express different intentions, actions, or states.
The indicative talks about facts, the subjunctive about doubts and desires, the conditional about hypothetical situations, and the imperative for commands and requests.
Knowing how to conjugate verbs correctly in these moods allows you to easily express various thoughts and emotions in everyday conversation.
Ha alternato momenti di riposo e di lavoro. (Giovanni Verga, I Malavoglia)
alternare : to alternate
al|ter||re : (accento grave)

indicativo alternare. Indicative mood of the verb alternare


Tempo semplice

alternare presente

io alterno
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tu alterni
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lui/lei/Lei alterna
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noi alterniamo
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voi alternate
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loro alternano
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alternare imperfetto

io alternavo
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tu alternavi
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lui/lei/Lei alternava
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noi alternavamo
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voi alternavate
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loro alternavano
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Tempo semplice

alternare futuro semplice

io alternerò
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tu alternerai
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lui/lei/Lei alternerà
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noi alterneremo
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voi alternerete
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loro alterneranno
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Tempo semplice

alternare passato remoto

io alternai
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tu alternasti
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lui/lei/Lei alternò
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noi alternammo
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voi alternaste
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loro alternarono
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Tempo composto

alternare futuro anteriore

io avrò alternato
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tu avrai alternato
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lui/lei/Lei avrà alternato
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noi avremo alternato
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voi avrete alternato
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loro avranno alternato
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Tempo composto

alternare passato prossimo

io ho alternato
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tu hai alternato
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lui/lei/Lei ha alternato
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noi abbiamo alternato
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voi avete alternato
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loro hanno alternato
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Tempo composto

alternare trapassato prossimo

io avevo alternato
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tu avevi alternato
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lui/lei/Lei aveva alternato
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noi avevamo alternato
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voi avevate alternato
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loro avevano alternato
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Tempo composto

alternare trapassato remoto

io ebbi alternato
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tu avesti alternato
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lui/lei/Lei ebbe alternato
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noi avemmo alternato
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voi aveste alternato
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loro ebbero alternato
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General information about the indicative mood (Indicativo) of Italian verbs

The indicative mood (Indicativo) is one of the fundamental verb moods in the Italian language, used to express actions, states, or events considered real or certain. It is employed to describe facts, daily routines, and objective situations.
For instance, sentences like "Io vado al mercato" or "Loro studiano per l'esame" illustrate the use of the indicative to convey concrete information.
This mood can be conjugated in various tenses, such as present, past, and future, allowing for precise placement of actions in time. Understanding the indicative is essential for effective communication and for grasping the nuances of the Italian language.

congiuntivo alternare. Subjunctive mood of the verb alternare


Tempo semplice

alternare congiuntivo presente

io alterni
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tu alterni
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lui/lei/Lei alterni
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noi alterniamo
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voi alterniate
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loro alternino
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alternare congiuntivo imperfetto

io alternassi
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tu alternassi
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lui/lei/Lei alternasse
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noi alternassimo
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voi alternaste
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loro alternassero
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Tempo composto

alternare congiuntivo passato

io abbia alternato
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tu abbia alternato
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lui/lei/Lei abbia alternato
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noi abbiamo alternato
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voi abbiate alternato
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loro abbiano alternato
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Tempo composto

alternare congiuntivo trapassato

io avessi alternato
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tu avessi alternato
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lui/lei/Lei avesse alternato
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noi avessimo alternato
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voi aveste alternato
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loro avessero alternato
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General information about the subjunctive mood (Congiuntivo) of Italian verbs

The subjunctive mood (Congiuntivo) is a fundamental verb mood in the Italian language, used to express uncertainty, wishes, emotions, and hypothetical situations. It is employed when discussing actions that are not certain or real, such as in cases of doubt or possibility.
For instance, sentences like "Spero che tu venga" or "Se avessi tempo, partirei" illustrate the use of the subjunctive to reflect states of mind or events that depend on conditions.
This mood can appear in various tenses, such as present and past, and is essential for nuanced communication and expressing complex thoughts in the Italian language.

condizionale alternare. Conditional mood of the verb alternare


Tempo semplice

alternare condizionale presente

io alternerei
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tu alterneresti
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lui/lei/Lei alternerebbe
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noi alterneremmo
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voi alternereste
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loro alternerebbero
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Tempo composto

alternare condizionale passato

io avrei alternato
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tu avresti alternato
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lui/lei/Lei avrebbe alternato
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noi avremmo alternato
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voi avreste alternato
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loro avrebbero alternato
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General information about the conditional mood (Condizionale) of Italian verbs

The conditional mood (Condizionale) is a fundamental verb mood in the Italian language, used to express actions or states that depend on specific conditions. It is often employed to formulate wishes, requests, or hypothetical situations that are not certain.
For instance, sentences like "Vorrei un caffè" or "Se avessi più tempo, viaggerei di più" illustrate how the conditional is used to express situations dependent on certain circumstances.
This mood can be conjugated in tenses like present and past, and is essential for clear communication and expressing complex thoughts in the Italian language.

imperativo alternare. Imperative mood of the verb alternare


alternare imperativo

tu alterna
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noi alterniamo
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voi alternate
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alternare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei alterni
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Che lui/lei alterni
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Che loro alternino
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General information about the imperative mood (Imperativo) of Italian verbs

The imperative mood (Imperativo) is an essential verb mood in the Italian language, used to give commands, instructions, or advice. It is formed for the second person singular, second person plural, and first person plural.
For example, sentences like "Fai attenzione!" or "Parlate lentamente!" demonstrate how the imperative can be used to communicate directly and clearly. The phrase "Andiamo!" for expressing an invitation to do something together is also an example of the imperative.
However, it's important to note that the imperative does not have forms for the third person singular and plural. In these cases, the subjunctive mood is used to express desires or recommendations in a gentler manner. This characteristic makes Italian unique, as the subjunctive adds a touch of politeness and delicacy to conversations.
Knowing the imperative and its appropriate use is crucial for effective communication and maintaining a friendly tone in everyday interactions.

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