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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 intrattenuto gli ospiti con storie affascinanti. (Umberto Eco, Il nome della rosa)
verbo irregolare
intrattenere : to entertain, to sustain
in|trat|te||re : (accento acuto)

indicativo intrattenere. Indicative mood of the verb intrattenere


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intrattenere presente

io intrattengo
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tu intrattieni
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lui/lei/Lei intrattiene
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noi intratteniamo
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voi intrattenete
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loro intrattengono
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intrattenere imperfetto

io intrattenevo
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tu intrattenevi
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lui/lei/Lei intratteneva
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noi intrattenevamo
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voi intrattenevate
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loro intrattenevano
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Tempo semplice

intrattenere futuro semplice

io intratterrò
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tu intratterrai
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lui/lei/Lei intratterrà
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noi intratterremo
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voi intratterrete
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loro intratterranno
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Tempo semplice

intrattenere passato remoto

io intrattenni, intrattenetti
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tu intrattenesti
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lui/lei/Lei intrattenne
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noi intrattenemmo
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voi intratteneste
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loro intrattennero
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Tempo composto

intrattenere futuro anteriore

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

intrattenere passato prossimo

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

intrattenere trapassato prossimo

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

intrattenere trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

intrattenere congiuntivo presente

io intrattenga
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tu intrattenga
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lui/lei/Lei intrattenga
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noi intratteniamo
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voi intratteniate
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loro intrattengano
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intrattenere congiuntivo imperfetto

io intrattenessi
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tu intrattenessi
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lui/lei/Lei intrattenesse
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noi intrattenessimo
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voi intratteneste
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loro intrattenessero
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Tempo composto

intrattenere congiuntivo passato

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

intrattenere congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

intrattenere condizionale presente

io intratterrei
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tu intratterresti
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lui/lei/Lei intratterrebbe
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noi intratterremmo
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voi intratterreste
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loro intratterrebbero
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Tempo composto

intrattenere condizionale passato

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


intrattenere imperativo

tu intrattieni
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noi intratteniamo
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voi intrattenete
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intrattenere congiuntivo esortativo

Lei intrattenga
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Che lui/lei intrattenga
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Che loro intrattengano
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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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