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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.
Hanno pranzato insieme in ristorante. (Dante Alighieri, Divina Commedia)
pranzare : to have lunch
pran||re : (accento grave)

indicativo pranzare. Indicative mood of the verb pranzare


Tempo semplice

pranzare presente

io pranzo
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tu pranzi
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lui/lei/Lei pranza
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noi pranziamo
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voi pranzate
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loro pranzano
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Tempo semplice

pranzare imperfetto

io pranzavo
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tu pranzavi
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lui/lei/Lei pranzava
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noi pranzavamo
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voi pranzavate
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loro pranzavano
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Tempo semplice

pranzare futuro semplice

io pranzerò
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tu pranzerai
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lui/lei/Lei pranzerà
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noi pranzeremo
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voi pranzerete
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loro pranzeranno
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Tempo semplice

pranzare passato remoto

io pranzai
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tu pranzasti
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lui/lei/Lei pranzò
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noi pranzammo
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voi pranzaste
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loro pranzarono
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Tempo composto

pranzare futuro anteriore

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

pranzare passato prossimo

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

pranzare trapassato prossimo

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

pranzare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

pranzare congiuntivo presente

io pranzi
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tu pranzi
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lui/lei/Lei pranzi
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noi pranziamo
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voi pranziate
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loro pranzino
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Tempo semplice

pranzare congiuntivo imperfetto

io pranzassi
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tu pranzassi
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lui/lei/Lei pranzasse
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noi pranzassimo
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voi pranzaste
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loro pranzassero
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Tempo composto

pranzare congiuntivo passato

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

pranzare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

pranzare condizionale presente

io pranzerei
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tu pranzeresti
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lui/lei/Lei pranzerebbe
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noi pranzeremmo
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voi pranzereste
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loro pranzerebbero
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Tempo composto

pranzare condizionale passato

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


pranzare imperativo

tu pranza
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noi pranziamo
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voi pranzate
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pranzare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei pranzi
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Che lui/lei pranzi
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Che loro pranzino
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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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