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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 desiderato una vita migliore. (Umberto Eco, Il nome della rosa)
desiderare : to desire
de|si|de||re : (accento grave)

indicativo desiderare. Indicative mood of the verb desiderare


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desiderare presente

io desidero
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tu desideri
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lui/lei/Lei desidera
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noi desideriamo
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voi desiderate
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loro desiderano
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desiderare imperfetto

io desideravo
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tu desideravi
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lui/lei/Lei desiderava
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noi desideravamo
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voi desideravate
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loro desideravano
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desiderare futuro semplice

io desidererò
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tu desidererai
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lui/lei/Lei desidererà
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noi desidereremo
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voi desidererete
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loro desidereranno
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desiderare passato remoto

io desiderai
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tu desiderasti
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lui/lei/Lei desiderò
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noi desiderammo
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voi desideraste
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loro desiderarono
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Tempo composto

desiderare futuro anteriore

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

desiderare passato prossimo

io ho desiderato
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tu hai desiderato
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lui/lei/Lei ha desiderato
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noi abbiamo desiderato
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voi avete desiderato
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loro hanno desiderato
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desiderare trapassato prossimo

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

desiderare trapassato remoto

io ebbi desiderato
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tu avesti desiderato
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lui/lei/Lei ebbe desiderato
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noi avemmo desiderato
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voi aveste desiderato
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loro ebbero desiderato
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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 desiderare. Subjunctive mood of the verb desiderare


Tempo semplice

desiderare congiuntivo presente

io desideri
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tu desideri
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lui/lei/Lei desideri
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noi desideriamo
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voi desideriate
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loro desiderino
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desiderare congiuntivo imperfetto

io desiderassi
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tu desiderassi
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lui/lei/Lei desiderasse
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noi desiderassimo
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voi desideraste
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loro desiderassero
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Tempo composto

desiderare congiuntivo passato

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

desiderare congiuntivo trapassato

io avessi desiderato
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tu avessi desiderato
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lui/lei/Lei avesse desiderato
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noi avessimo desiderato
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voi aveste desiderato
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loro avessero desiderato
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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 desiderare. Conditional mood of the verb desiderare


Tempo semplice

desiderare condizionale presente

io desidererei
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tu desidereresti
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lui/lei/Lei desidererebbe
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noi desidereremmo
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voi desiderereste
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loro desidererebbero
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Tempo composto

desiderare condizionale passato

io avrei desiderato
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tu avresti desiderato
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lui/lei/Lei avrebbe desiderato
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noi avremmo desiderato
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voi avreste desiderato
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loro avrebbero desiderato
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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 desiderare. Imperative mood of the verb desiderare


desiderare imperativo

tu desidera
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noi desideriamo
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voi desiderate
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desiderare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei desideri
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Che lui/lei desideri
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Che loro desiderino
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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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