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Simple Prepositions

Italian simple prepositions are short words used to connect different parts of a sentence. The most common simple prepositions are:

  • di (of, from)
  • a (to, at)
  • da (from, by)
  • in (in, into)
  • con (with)
  • su (on, upon)
  • per (for, through)
  • tra/fra (between, among)

These prepositions are used in various contexts, such as indicating possession, location, or direction.

Articulated Prepositions

Articulated prepositions are formed by combining simple prepositions with definite articles. The most common combinations are:

  1. di + il/lo/la/i/gli/le

    • del, dello, della, dei, degli, delle
  2. a + il/lo/la/i/gli/le

    • al, allo, alla, ai, agli, alle
  3. da + il/lo/la/i/gli/le

    • dal, dallo, dalla, dai, dagli, dalle
  4. in + il/lo/la/i/gli/le

    • nel, nello, nella, nei, negli, nelle
  5. su + il/lo/la/i/gli/le

    • sul, sullo, sulla, sui, sugli, sulle

Articulated prepositions are used when the noun following the preposition is preceded by a definite article. They help maintain flow and clarity in Italian sentences.

Usage Examples

  • Simple: Vado a Roma. (I'm going to Rome.)

  • Articulated: Vado al cinema. (I'm going to the cinema.)

  • Simple: Il libro di Marco. (Marco's book.)

  • Articulated: Il libro dello studente. (The student's book.)

Understanding and correctly using prepositions is crucial for mastering Italian grammar and constructing coherent sentences.

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