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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 prolungato il suo soggiorno in Italia. (Alessandro Manzoni, I Promessi Sposi)
prolungare : to prolong
pro|lun||re : (accento grave)

indicativo prolungare. Indicative mood of the verb prolungare


Tempo semplice

prolungare presente

io prolungo
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tu prolunghi
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lui/lei/Lei prolunga
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noi prolunghiamo
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voi prolungate
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loro prolungano
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Tempo semplice

prolungare imperfetto

io prolungavo
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tu prolungavi
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lui/lei/Lei prolungava
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noi prolungavamo
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voi prolungavate
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loro prolungavano
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Tempo semplice

prolungare futuro semplice

io prolungherò
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tu prolungherai
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lui/lei/Lei prolungherà
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noi prolungheremo
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voi prolungherete
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loro prolungheranno
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Tempo semplice

prolungare passato remoto

io prolungai
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tu prolungasti
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lui/lei/Lei prolungò
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noi prolungammo
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voi prolungaste
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loro prolungarono
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Tempo composto

prolungare futuro anteriore

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

prolungare passato prossimo

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

prolungare trapassato prossimo

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

prolungare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

prolungare congiuntivo presente

io prolunghi
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tu prolunghi
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lui/lei/Lei prolunghi
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noi prolunghiamo
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voi prolunghiate
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loro prolunghino
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Tempo semplice

prolungare congiuntivo imperfetto

io prolungassi
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tu prolungassi
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lui/lei/Lei prolungasse
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noi prolungassimo
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voi prolungaste
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loro prolungassero
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Tempo composto

prolungare congiuntivo passato

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

prolungare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

prolungare condizionale presente

io prolungherei
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tu prolungheresti
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lui/lei/Lei prolungherebbe
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noi prolungheremmo
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voi prolunghereste
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loro prolungherebbero
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Tempo composto

prolungare condizionale passato

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


prolungare imperativo

tu prolunga
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noi prolunghiamo
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voi prolungate
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prolungare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei prolunghi
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Che lui/lei prolunghi
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Che loro prolunghino
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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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