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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 riservato un tavolo per la cena. (Giovanni Verga, I Malavoglia)
riservare : to reserve
ri|ser||re : (accento grave)

indicativo riservare. Indicative mood of the verb riservare


Tempo semplice

riservare presente

io riservo
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tu riservi
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lui/lei/Lei riserva
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noi riserviamo
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voi riservate
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loro riservano
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Tempo semplice

riservare imperfetto

io riservavo
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tu riservavi
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lui/lei/Lei riservava
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noi riservavamo
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voi riservavate
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loro riservavano
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Tempo semplice

riservare futuro semplice

io riserverò
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tu riserverai
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lui/lei/Lei riserverà
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noi riserveremo
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voi riserverete
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loro riserveranno
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Tempo semplice

riservare passato remoto

io riservai
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tu riservasti
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lui/lei/Lei riservò
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noi riservammo
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voi riservaste
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loro riservarono
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Tempo composto

riservare futuro anteriore

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

riservare passato prossimo

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

riservare trapassato prossimo

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

riservare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

riservare congiuntivo presente

io riservi
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tu riservi
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lui/lei/Lei riservi
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noi riserviamo
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voi riserviate
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loro riservino
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Tempo semplice

riservare congiuntivo imperfetto

io riservassi
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tu riservassi
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lui/lei/Lei riservasse
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noi riservassimo
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voi riservaste
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loro riservassero
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Tempo composto

riservare congiuntivo passato

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

riservare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

riservare condizionale presente

io riserverei
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tu riserveresti
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lui/lei/Lei riserverebbe
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noi riserveremmo
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voi riservereste
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loro riserverebbero
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Tempo composto

riservare condizionale passato

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


riservare imperativo

tu riserva
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noi riserviamo
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voi riservate
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riservare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei riservi
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Che lui/lei riservi
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Che loro riservino
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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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