sense 1v
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.
Loro si sono orientati in fretta. (Dante Alighieri, Divina Commedia)
orientare : to orient
o|rien||re : (accento grave)

indicativo orientare. Indicative mood of the verb orientare


Tempo semplice

orientare presente

io oriento
🔊
tu orienti
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orienta
🔊
noi orientiamo
🔊
voi orientate
🔊
loro orientano
🔊
Tempo semplice

orientare imperfetto

io orientavo
🔊
tu orientavi
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orientava
🔊
noi orientavamo
🔊
voi orientavate
🔊
loro orientavano
🔊

Tempo semplice

orientare futuro semplice

io orienterò
🔊
tu orienterai
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orienterà
🔊
noi orienteremo
🔊
voi orienterete
🔊
loro orienteranno
🔊
Tempo semplice

orientare passato remoto

io orientai
🔊
tu orientasti
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orientò
🔊
noi orientammo
🔊
voi orientaste
🔊
loro orientarono
🔊

Tempo composto

orientare futuro anteriore

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

orientare passato prossimo

io ho orientato
🔊
tu hai orientato
🔊
lui/lei/Lei ha orientato
🔊
noi abbiamo orientato
🔊
voi avete orientato
🔊
loro hanno orientato
🔊

Tempo composto

orientare trapassato prossimo

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

orientare trapassato remoto

io ebbi orientato
🔊
tu avesti orientato
🔊
lui/lei/Lei ebbe orientato
🔊
noi avemmo orientato
🔊
voi aveste orientato
🔊
loro ebbero orientato
🔊

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 orientare. Subjunctive mood of the verb orientare


Tempo semplice

orientare congiuntivo presente

io orienti
🔊
tu orienti
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orienti
🔊
noi orientiamo
🔊
voi orientiate
🔊
loro orientino
🔊
Tempo semplice

orientare congiuntivo imperfetto

io orientassi
🔊
tu orientassi
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orientasse
🔊
noi orientassimo
🔊
voi orientaste
🔊
loro orientassero
🔊

Tempo composto

orientare congiuntivo passato

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

orientare congiuntivo trapassato

io avessi orientato
🔊
tu avessi orientato
🔊
lui/lei/Lei avesse orientato
🔊
noi avessimo orientato
🔊
voi aveste orientato
🔊
loro avessero orientato
🔊

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 orientare. Conditional mood of the verb orientare


Tempo semplice

orientare condizionale presente

io orienterei
🔊
tu orienteresti
🔊
lui/lei/Lei orienterebbe
🔊
noi orienteremmo
🔊
voi orientereste
🔊
loro orienterebbero
🔊
Tempo composto

orientare condizionale passato

io avrei orientato
🔊
tu avresti orientato
🔊
lui/lei/Lei avrebbe orientato
🔊
noi avremmo orientato
🔊
voi avreste orientato
🔊
loro avrebbero orientato
🔊

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 orientare. Imperative mood of the verb orientare


orientare imperativo

tu orienta
🔊
noi orientiamo
🔊
voi orientate
🔊

orientare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei orienti
🔊
Che lui/lei orienti
🔊
Che loro orientino
🔊

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.

Here’s why it’s essential to use our conjugation trainer for learning Italian!

Verb conjugation is one of the trickiest parts of the Italian language, and mastering it takes regular practice.
With our interactive tool, you can practice in a fun and personalized way, tackling the most commonly used verbs as well as the more challenging ones. Our trainer helps you improve your accuracy and speed, making your communication smoother.
Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, our conjugation coach will help you take your language skills to the next level!