Present tense for regular verbs
Regular present-tense endings let you talk about routine, preference, and immediate plans.
Examples
ItalianTranslation
Parlo italiano e studio ogni giorno.
I speak Italian and study every day.
Viviamo vicino alla stazione.
We live near the station.
Apri il libro e leggi il dialogo.
You open the book and read the dialogue.
Pattern
subject + conjugated verb
How it works
Regular present-tense endings let you talk about routine, preference, and immediate plans. This pattern typically appears as subject + conjugated verb and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- Italian subject pronouns are often omitted when the verb ending is clear.
- Keep an eye on the three main regular groups: -are, -ere, and -ire.
Why it matters
These forms do the daily work of beginner Italian.
Use in context
This is the first system that makes whole paragraphs more transparent.