finire
Inchoative -isc- verb Level A1 ⭐ #26 Most CommonEnglish translation: to finish / to end
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-isc- infix in singular & 3rd plural.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| io | finisco | |
| tu | finisci | |
| lui / lei | finisce | |
| noi | finiamo | |
| voi | finite | |
| loro | finiscono |
- Finisco questo lavoro tra cinque minuti. — Bu işi beş dakika içinde bitiriyorum.
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Frequently Asked Questions: FINIRE
Is "finire" a regular or irregular verb in Italian? ▾
"finire" is classified as a Inchoative -isc- verb verb in Italian. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "-isco, -isci, -isce, -iamo, -ite, -iscono". Latin inchoative suffix -esc-/-isc- designating the inception or progression of an action. Inserts '-isc-' in singular and 3rd person plural (finisco, finisci, finisce, finiscono).
What does "finire" mean in English? ▾
In English, "finire" translates primarily to "to finish / to end". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "finire"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Io fino il lavoro." instead of "Io finisco il lavoro.". Why? 'Finire' requires the -isc- infix in 1st person singular: finisco.
What are common idioms or expressions with "finire"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Finire nei guai" which means "To end up in trouble" (e.g. "Se continui così, finirai nei guai.").
How can I practice and memorize "finire" conjugations? ▾
Use Verbpedia's built-in interactive flashcards, pronounce each form using native Web Speech audio, and complete the instant mini-quiz below. You can also print a distraction-free A4 cheat sheet using the Print button above.
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