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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 smentito le voci circolate. (Alessandro Manzoni, I Promessi Sposi)
smentire : to deny, to contradict
smen||re : (accento grave)

indicativo smentire. Indicative mood of the verb smentire


Tempo semplice

Presente smentire

io smentisco
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tu smentisci
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lui/lei/Lei smentisce
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noi smentiamo
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voi smentite
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loro smentiscono
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Imperfetto smentire

io smentivo
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tu smentivi
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lui/lei/Lei smentiva
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noi smentivamo
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voi smentivate
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loro smentivano
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Tempo semplice

Futuro semplice smentire

io smentirò
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tu smentirai
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lui/lei/Lei smentirà
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noi smentiremo
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voi smentirete
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loro smentiranno
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Passato remoto smentire

io smentii
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tu smentisti
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lui/lei/Lei smentì
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noi smentimmo
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voi smentiste
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loro smentirono
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Tempo composto

Futuro anteriore smentire

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

Passato prossimo smentire

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

Trapassato prossimo smentire

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

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


Tempo semplice

Congiuntivo presente smentire

io smentisca
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tu smentisca
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lui/lei/Lei smentisca
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noi smentiamo
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voi smentiate
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loro smentiscano
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Congiuntivo imperfetto smentire

io smentissi
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tu smentissi
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lui/lei/Lei smentisse
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noi smentissimo
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voi smentiste
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loro smentissero
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Tempo composto

Congiuntivo passato smentire

io abbia smentito
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tu abbia smentito
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lui/lei/Lei abbia smentito
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noi abbiamo smentito
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voi abbiate smentito
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loro abbiano smentito
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Congiuntivo trapassato smentire

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


Tempo semplice

Condizionale presente smentire

io smentirei
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tu smentiresti
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lui/lei/Lei smentirebbe
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noi smentiremmo
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voi smentireste
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loro smentirebbero
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Tempo composto

Condizionale passato smentire

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


Imperativo smentire

tu smentisci
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noi smentiamo
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voi smentite
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Congiuntivo smentire

Lei smentisca
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Che lui/lei smentisca
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Che loro smentiscano
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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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