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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.
Il lavoro mi ha sfinito. (Giovanni Verga, I Malavoglia)
sfinire : to finish, to complete
sfi||re : (accento grave)

indicativo sfinire. Indicative mood of the verb sfinire


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Presente sfinire

io sfinisco
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tu sfinisci
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lui/lei/Lei sfinisce
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noi sfiniamo
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voi sfinite
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loro sfiniscono
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Imperfetto sfinire

io sfinivo
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tu sfinivi
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lui/lei/Lei sfiniva
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noi sfinivamo
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voi sfinivate
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loro sfinivano
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Futuro semplice sfinire

io sfinirò
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tu sfinirai
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lui/lei/Lei sfinirà
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noi sfiniremo
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voi sfinirete
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loro sfiniranno
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Passato remoto sfinire

io sfinii
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tu sfinisti
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lui/lei/Lei sfinì
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noi sfinimmo
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voi sfiniste
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loro sfinirono
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Tempo composto

Futuro anteriore sfinire

io avrò sfinito
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tu avrai sfinito
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lui/lei/Lei avrà sfinito
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noi avremo sfinito
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voi avrete sfinito
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loro avranno sfinito
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Passato prossimo sfinire

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

Trapassato prossimo sfinire

io avevo sfinito
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tu avevi sfinito
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lui/lei/Lei aveva sfinito
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noi avevamo sfinito
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voi avevate sfinito
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loro avevano sfinito
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Trapassato remoto sfinire

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


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Congiuntivo presente sfinire

io sfinisca
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tu sfinisca
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lui/lei/Lei sfinisca
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noi sfiniamo
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voi sfiniate
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loro sfiniscano
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Congiuntivo imperfetto sfinire

io sfinissi
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tu sfinissi
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lui/lei/Lei sfinisse
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noi sfinissimo
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voi sfiniste
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loro sfinissero
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Congiuntivo passato sfinire

io abbia sfinito
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tu abbia sfinito
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lui/lei/Lei abbia sfinito
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noi abbiamo sfinito
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voi abbiate sfinito
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loro abbiano sfinito
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Congiuntivo trapassato sfinire

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


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Condizionale presente sfinire

io sfinirei
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tu sfiniresti
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lui/lei/Lei sfinirebbe
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noi sfiniremmo
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voi sfinireste
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loro sfinirebbero
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Condizionale passato sfinire

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


Imperativo sfinire

tu sfinisci
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noi sfiniamo
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voi sfinite
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Congiuntivo sfinire

Lei sfinisca
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Che lui/lei sfinisca
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Che loro sfiniscano
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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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