aprire
Irregular Participle (aperto) Level A1 ⭐ #21 Most CommonEnglish translation: to open / to unlock
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| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| io | apro | |
| tu | apri | |
| lui/lei | apre | |
| noi | apriamo | |
| voi | aprite | |
| loro | aprono |
- Apro la finestra per far entrare aria fresca. — I open the window to let fresh air in.
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Frequently Asked Questions: APRIRE
Is "aprire" a regular or irregular verb in Italian? ▾
"aprire" is classified as a Irregular Participle (aperto) verb in Italian. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "Standard present endings / aperto in participle". Derived from Latin aperīre. Regular present: apro, apri, apre, apriamo, aprite, aprono. Past participle is irregular: 'aperto', never *aprito.
What does "aprire" mean in English? ▾
In English, "aprire" translates primarily to "to open / to unlock". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "aprire"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Ho aprito la porta." instead of "Ho aperto la porta.". Why? The past participle of aprire is irregular: 'aperto'.
What are common idioms or expressions with "aprire"? ▾
A popular idiom is "A braccia aperte" which means "With open arms" (e.g. "Ci hanno accolto a braccia aperte.").
How can I practice and memorize "aprire" conjugations? ▾
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