#223: Verbs That Trigger the Subjunctive Mood in Italian

The Italian subjunctive mood is used to express doubt, emotion, desire, or opinion, not facts. The easiest way to start with the subjunctive is by learning the verbs and expressions that automatically trigger it.

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Two Main Takeaways

  • Recognizing common trigger verbs, that appear in the first clause, makes it easier to spot when the subjunctive is required in Italian.
  • When the relative pronoun “che” introduces a second clause, the subjunctive is typically used in the second clause.

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #213: Regular Italian Verbs You Should Know.
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #215: How to Express Quantities in Italian.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

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