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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 prevenuto possibili problemi. (Dante Alighieri, Divina Commedia)
verbo irregolare
prevenire : to prevent
pre|ve||re : (accento grave)

indicativo prevenire. Indicative mood of the verb prevenire


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Presente prevenire

io prevengo
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tu previeni
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lui/lei/Lei previene
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noi preveniamo
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voi prevenite
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loro prevengono
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Imperfetto prevenire

io prevenivo
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tu prevenivi
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lui/lei/Lei preveniva
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noi prevenivamo
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voi prevenivate
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loro prevenivano
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Tempo semplice

Futuro semplice prevenire

io preverrò
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tu preverrai
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lui/lei/Lei preverrà
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noi preverremo
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voi preverrete
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loro preverranno
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Tempo semplice

Passato remoto prevenire

io prevenni
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tu prevenisti
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lui/lei/Lei prevenne
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noi prevenimmo
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voi preveniste
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loro prevennero
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Tempo composto

Futuro anteriore prevenire

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

Passato prossimo prevenire

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

Trapassato prossimo prevenire

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

Trapassato remoto prevenire

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


Tempo semplice

Congiuntivo presente prevenire

io prevenga
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tu prevenga
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lui/lei/Lei prevenga
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noi preveniamo
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voi preveniate
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loro prevengano
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Congiuntivo imperfetto prevenire

io prevenissi
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tu prevenissi
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lui/lei/Lei prevenisse
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noi prevenissimo
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voi preveniste
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loro prevenissero
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Tempo composto

Congiuntivo passato prevenire

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

Congiuntivo trapassato prevenire

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


Tempo semplice

Condizionale presente prevenire

io preverrei
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tu preverresti
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lui/lei/Lei preverrebbe
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noi preverremmo
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voi preverreste
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loro preverrebbero
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Tempo composto

Condizionale passato prevenire

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


Imperativo prevenire

tu previeni
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noi preveniamo
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voi prevenite
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Congiuntivo prevenire

Lei prevenga
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Che lui/lei prevenga
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Che loro prevengano
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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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