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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 imperato su di loro con giustizia. (Giosuè Carducci, Odi Barbare)
imperare : to rule
im|pe||re : (accento grave)

indicativo imperare. Indicative mood of the verb imperare


Tempo semplice

imperare presente

io impero
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tu imperi
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lui/lei/Lei impera
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noi imperiamo
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voi imperate
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loro imperano
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Tempo semplice

imperare imperfetto

io imperavo
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tu imperavi
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lui/lei/Lei imperava
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noi imperavamo
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voi imperavate
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loro imperavano
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Tempo semplice

imperare futuro semplice

io impererò
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tu impererai
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lui/lei/Lei impererà
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noi impereremo
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voi impererete
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loro impereranno
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Tempo semplice

imperare passato remoto

io imperai
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tu imperasti
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lui/lei/Lei imperò
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noi imperammo
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voi imperaste
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loro imperarono
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Tempo composto

imperare futuro anteriore

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

imperare passato prossimo

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

imperare trapassato prossimo

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

imperare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

imperare congiuntivo presente

io imperi
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tu imperi
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lui/lei/Lei imperi
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noi imperiamo
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voi imperiate
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loro imperino
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Tempo semplice

imperare congiuntivo imperfetto

io imperassi
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tu imperassi
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lui/lei/Lei imperasse
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noi imperassimo
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voi imperaste
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loro imperassero
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Tempo composto

imperare congiuntivo passato

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

imperare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

imperare condizionale presente

io impererei
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tu impereresti
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lui/lei/Lei impererebbe
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noi impereremmo
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voi imperereste
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loro impererebbero
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Tempo composto

imperare condizionale passato

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


imperare imperativo

tu impera
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noi imperiamo
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voi imperate
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imperare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei imperi
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Che lui/lei imperi
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Che loro imperino
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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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