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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.
Non voglio sprecare il mio tempo. (Umberto Eco, Il nome della rosa)
sprecare : to waste
spre||re : (accento grave)

indicativo sprecare. Indicative mood of the verb sprecare


Tempo semplice

sprecare presente

io spreco
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tu sprechi
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lui/lei/Lei spreca
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noi sprechiamo
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voi sprecate
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loro sprecano
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Tempo semplice

sprecare imperfetto

io sprecavo
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tu sprecavi
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lui/lei/Lei sprecava
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noi sprecavamo
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voi sprecavate
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loro sprecavano
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Tempo semplice

sprecare futuro semplice

io sprecherò
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tu sprecherai
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lui/lei/Lei sprecherà
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noi sprecheremo
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voi sprecherete
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loro sprecheranno
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Tempo semplice

sprecare passato remoto

io sprecai
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tu sprecasti
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lui/lei/Lei sprecò
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noi sprecammo
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voi sprecaste
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loro sprecarono
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Tempo composto

sprecare futuro anteriore

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

sprecare passato prossimo

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

sprecare trapassato prossimo

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

sprecare trapassato remoto

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


Tempo semplice

sprecare congiuntivo presente

io sprechi
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tu sprechi
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lui/lei/Lei sprechi
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noi sprechiamo
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voi sprechiate
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loro sprechino
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Tempo semplice

sprecare congiuntivo imperfetto

io sprecassi
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tu sprecassi
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lui/lei/Lei sprecasse
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noi sprecassimo
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voi sprecaste
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loro sprecassero
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Tempo composto

sprecare congiuntivo passato

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

sprecare congiuntivo trapassato

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


Tempo semplice

sprecare condizionale presente

io sprecherei
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tu sprecheresti
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lui/lei/Lei sprecherebbe
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noi sprecheremmo
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voi sprechereste
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loro sprecherebbero
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Tempo composto

sprecare condizionale passato

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


sprecare imperativo

tu spreca
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noi sprechiamo
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voi sprecate
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sprecare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei sprechi
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Che lui/lei sprechi
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Che loro sprechino
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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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