leggere
Irregular (Past: lessi, letto) Level A1 ⭐ #22 Most CommonEnglish translation: to read / to interpret
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| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| io | leggo | |
| tu | leggi | |
| lui/lei | legge | |
| noi | leggiamo | |
| voi | leggete | |
| loro | leggono |
- Leggo ogni sera prima di dormire. — I read every night before going to sleep.
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Frequently Asked Questions: LEGGERE
Is "leggere" a regular or irregular verb in Italian? ▾
"leggere" is classified as a Irregular (Past: lessi, letto) verb in Italian. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "letto in participle / lessi in Passato Remoto". Derived from Latin legere. Irregular past participle 'letto'. Past participle is 'letto' (rhymes with 'letto' = bed, from Latin lectus).
What does "leggere" mean in English? ▾
In English, "leggere" translates primarily to "to read / to interpret". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "leggere"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Ho legguto un bel libro." instead of "Ho letto un bel libro.". Why? The past participle of leggere is irregular: 'letto', never *legguto.
What are common idioms or expressions with "leggere"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Leggere tra le righe" which means "To read between the lines" (e.g. "Bisogna saper leggere tra le righe.").
How can I practice and memorize "leggere" conjugations? ▾
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