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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 diffidato delle promesse. (Alessandro Manzoni, I Promessi Sposi)
diffidare : to distrust
dif|fi||re : (accento grave)

indicativo diffidare. Indicative mood of the verb diffidare


Tempo semplice

diffidare presente

io diffido
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tu diffidi
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lui/lei/Lei diffida
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noi diffidiamo
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voi diffidate
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loro diffidano
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Tempo semplice

diffidare imperfetto

io diffidavo
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tu diffidavi
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lui/lei/Lei diffidava
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noi diffidavamo
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voi diffidavate
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loro diffidavano
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Tempo semplice

diffidare futuro semplice

io diffiderò
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tu diffiderai
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lui/lei/Lei diffiderà
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noi diffideremo
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voi diffiderete
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loro diffideranno
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Tempo semplice

diffidare passato remoto

io diffidai
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tu diffidasti
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lui/lei/Lei diffidò
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noi diffidammo
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voi diffidaste
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loro diffidarono
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Tempo composto

diffidare futuro anteriore

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

diffidare passato prossimo

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

diffidare trapassato prossimo

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

diffidare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

diffidare congiuntivo presente

io diffidi
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tu diffidi
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lui/lei/Lei diffidi
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noi diffidiamo
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voi diffidiate
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loro diffidino
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Tempo semplice

diffidare congiuntivo imperfetto

io diffidassi
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tu diffidassi
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lui/lei/Lei diffidasse
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noi diffidassimo
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voi diffidaste
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loro diffidassero
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Tempo composto

diffidare congiuntivo passato

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

diffidare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

diffidare condizionale presente

io diffiderei
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tu diffideresti
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lui/lei/Lei diffiderebbe
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noi diffideremmo
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voi diffidereste
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loro diffiderebbero
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Tempo composto

diffidare condizionale passato

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


diffidare imperativo

tu diffida
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noi diffidiamo
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voi diffidate
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diffidare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei diffidi
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Che lui/lei diffidi
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Che loro diffidino
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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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