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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 motivato il suo team con entusiasmo. (Dante Alighieri, Divina Commedia)
motivare : to motivate
mo|ti||re : (accento grave)

indicativo motivare. Indicative mood of the verb motivare


Tempo semplice

motivare presente

io motivo
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tu motivi
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lui/lei/Lei motiva
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noi motiviamo
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voi motivate
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loro motivano
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Tempo semplice

motivare imperfetto

io motivavo
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tu motivavi
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lui/lei/Lei motivava
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noi motivavamo
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voi motivavate
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loro motivavano
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Tempo semplice

motivare futuro semplice

io motiverò
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tu motiverai
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lui/lei/Lei motiverà
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noi motiveremo
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voi motiverete
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loro motiveranno
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Tempo semplice

motivare passato remoto

io motivai
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tu motivasti
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lui/lei/Lei motivò
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noi motivammo
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voi motivaste
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loro motivarono
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Tempo composto

motivare futuro anteriore

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

motivare passato prossimo

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

motivare trapassato prossimo

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

motivare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

motivare congiuntivo presente

io motivi
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tu motivi
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lui/lei/Lei motivi
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noi motiviamo
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voi motiviate
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loro motivino
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Tempo semplice

motivare congiuntivo imperfetto

io motivassi
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tu motivassi
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lui/lei/Lei motivasse
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noi motivassimo
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voi motivaste
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loro motivassero
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Tempo composto

motivare congiuntivo passato

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

motivare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

motivare condizionale presente

io motiverei
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tu motiveresti
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lui/lei/Lei motiverebbe
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noi motiveremmo
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voi motivereste
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loro motiverebbero
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Tempo composto

motivare condizionale passato

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


motivare imperativo

tu motiva
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noi motiviamo
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voi motivate
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motivare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei motivi
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Che lui/lei motivi
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Che loro motivino
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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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