Imperfetto

Definition

The imperfetto is a past tense in Italian that is used to describe ongoing or habitual actions in the past. It is often used to set the scene or provide background information.

Related terms

Passato Prossimo: A different past tense that is used for completed actions in the past.

Condizionale: A mood used to express hypothetical or uncertain situations.

Presente: The present tense, which describes actions happening now.