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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 frugato nel cassetto. (Giosuè Carducci, Odi Barbare)
frugare : to rummage
fru||re : (accento grave)

indicativo frugare. Indicative mood of the verb frugare


Tempo semplice

frugare presente

io frugo
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tu frughi
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lui/lei/Lei fruga
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noi frughiamo
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voi frugate
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loro frugano
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frugare imperfetto

io frugavo
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tu frugavi
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lui/lei/Lei frugava
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noi frugavamo
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voi frugavate
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loro frugavano
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frugare futuro semplice

io frugherò
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tu frugherai
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lui/lei/Lei frugherà
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noi frugheremo
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voi frugherete
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loro frugheranno
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Tempo semplice

frugare passato remoto

io frugai
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tu frugasti
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lui/lei/Lei frugò
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noi frugammo
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voi frugaste
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loro frugarono
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Tempo composto

frugare futuro anteriore

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

frugare passato prossimo

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

frugare trapassato prossimo

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

frugare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

frugare congiuntivo presente

io frughi
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tu frughi
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lui/lei/Lei frughi
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noi frughiamo
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voi frughiate
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loro frughino
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frugare congiuntivo imperfetto

io frugassi
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tu frugassi
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lui/lei/Lei frugasse
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noi frugassimo
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voi frugaste
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loro frugassero
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Tempo composto

frugare congiuntivo passato

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

frugare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

frugare condizionale presente

io frugherei
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tu frugheresti
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lui/lei/Lei frugherebbe
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noi frugheremmo
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voi frughereste
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loro frugherebbero
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Tempo composto

frugare condizionale passato

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


frugare imperativo

tu fruga
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noi frughiamo
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voi frugate
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frugare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei frughi
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Che lui/lei frughi
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Che loro frughino
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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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