What are modal verbs in Italian? Modal verbs - potere (can), volere (want) and dovere (must) - are key to expressing yourself in Italian. These verbs allow you to express possibilities, desires and obligations, making them essential tools for anyone learning the language. Thanks to these verbs, you can construct more complex and precise sentences, even at beginner level. Let us now look at the characteristics of each verb, keeping in mind that these modal verbs are irregular and do not follow the typical conjugation patterns of regular verbs. Potere - To express possibility or permission The verb potere is used to indicate that an action is possible , or to ask for or give permission . Examples with Potere: Posso aprire la finestra? (May I open the window?) - Permission Non posso venire domani. (I can't come tomorrow.) - Possibility Puoi aiutarmi? ( Can you help me?) - Possibility Conjugation of Potere (Present tense) Person Form io posso...
Prepositions are constant words that link different parts of a sentence. In Italian, prepositions of place are particularly important for beginners because they allow you to describe where something or someone is. In this post we will look at the most important prepositions of place used in Italian, with practical examples to help you understand and use them correctly. Prepositions of place: list and usage 1. SU (with contact) Indicates that something is on top of something else, with contact. Non sederti sulla scrivania! Il libro è sul tavolo. 2. SU / SOPRA (without contact) Indicates a position above, but without contact. Il lampadario è sopra il tavolo. L’aereo vola sopra le nuvole . 3. ACCANTO A / VICINO A / DI FIANCO A Indicates a position next to something. Accanto alla porta della sala troverai il bagno. Vivo vicino a una stazione. C’è una sedia di fianco al divano . 4. IN (dentro, nel mezzo) Used to indicate a position inside or in the middle of something. Son...