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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 dettato una lettera. (Giosuè Carducci, Odi Barbare)
dettare : to dictate
det||re : (accento grave)

indicativo dettare. Indicative mood of the verb dettare


Tempo semplice

dettare presente

io detto
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tu detti
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lui/lei/Lei detta
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noi dettiamo
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voi dettate
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loro dettano
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Tempo semplice

dettare imperfetto

io dettavo
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tu dettavi
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lui/lei/Lei dettava
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noi dettavamo
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voi dettavate
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loro dettavano
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Tempo semplice

dettare futuro semplice

io detterò
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tu detterai
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lui/lei/Lei detterà
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noi detteremo
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voi detterete
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loro detteranno
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Tempo semplice

dettare passato remoto

io dettai
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tu dettasti
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lui/lei/Lei dettò
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noi dettammo
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voi dettaste
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loro dettarono
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Tempo composto

dettare futuro anteriore

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

dettare passato prossimo

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

dettare trapassato prossimo

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

dettare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

dettare congiuntivo presente

io detti
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tu detti
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lui/lei/Lei detti
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noi dettiamo
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voi dettiate
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loro dettino
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Tempo semplice

dettare congiuntivo imperfetto

io dettassi
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tu dettassi
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lui/lei/Lei dettasse
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noi dettassimo
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voi dettaste
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loro dettassero
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Tempo composto

dettare congiuntivo passato

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

dettare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

dettare condizionale presente

io detterei
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tu detteresti
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lui/lei/Lei detterebbe
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noi detteremmo
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voi dettereste
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loro detterebbero
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Tempo composto

dettare condizionale passato

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


dettare imperativo

tu detta
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noi dettiamo
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voi dettate
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dettare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei detti
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Che lui/lei detti
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Che loro dettino
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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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