Present continuous tense Exercises in Italian language

The present continuous tense in Italian, known as "il presente progressivo," is a vital aspect of mastering the language. This tense is used to describe actions that are currently happening or ongoing. Just like in English, it is formed by combining the present tense of the verb "stare" (to be) with the gerund form of the main verb. For example, "Sto parlando" translates to "I am speaking." Understanding and using the present continuous tense correctly will help you convey actions in real-time, making your Italian conversations more dynamic and engaging. In our grammar exercises, you will practice forming and using the present continuous tense in various contexts. These exercises are designed to reinforce your understanding and improve your ability to describe ongoing actions effectively. You'll encounter sentences that require you to convert verbs into their present continuous forms, fill-in-the-blank activities, and more. By consistently practicing with these exercises, you will gain confidence and fluency in using the present continuous tense, enhancing your overall Italian language skills.

Exercise 1

<p>1. Marco *sta leggendo* un libro (verb for reading).</p> <p>2. Maria *sta cucinando* la cena (verb for cooking).</p> <p>3. Noi *stiamo giocando* a calcio (verb for playing a sport).</p> <p>4. Tu *stai scrivendo* una lettera (verb for writing).</p> <p>5. Loro *stanno guardando* un film (verb for watching).</p> <p>6. Io *sto ascoltando* la musica (verb for listening).</p> <p>7. Voi *state studiando* per l'esame (verb for studying).</p> <p>8. Il gatto *sta dormendo* sul divano (verb for sleeping).</p> <p>9. Lei *sta parlando* al telefono (verb for speaking).</p> <p>10. Noi *stiamo mangiando* una pizza (verb for eating).</p>
 

Exercise 2

<p>1. Loro stanno *mangiando* una pizza (verb for eating).</p> <p>2. Io sto *scrivendo* una lettera (verb for writing).</p> <p>3. Maria sta *leggendo* un libro interessante (verb for reading).</p> <p>4. Noi stiamo *guardando* un film al cinema (verb for watching).</p> <p>5. Tu stai *parlando* con il tuo amico (verb for speaking).</p> <p>6. Il cane sta *correndo* nel parco (verb for running).</p> <p>7. Voi state *giocando* a calcio (verb for playing).</p> <p>8. Lei sta *dipingendo* un quadro (verb for painting).</p> <p>9. Io sto *ascoltando* la musica (verb for listening).</p> <p>10. Gli studenti stanno *studiando* per l'esame (verb for studying).</p>
 

Exercise 3

<p>1. Maria *sta leggendo* un libro (verb for reading).</p> <p>2. Noi *stiamo cucinando* la cena (verb for cooking).</p> <p>3. Tu *stai scrivendo* una lettera (verb for writing).</p> <p>4. Loro *stanno guardando* la televisione (verb for watching).</p> <p>5. Io *sto parlando* al telefono (verb for speaking).</p> <p>6. Lei *sta dormendo* nel letto (verb for sleeping).</p> <p>7. Voi *state giocando* a calcio (verb for playing).</p> <p>8. Il cane *sta correndo* nel parco (verb for running).</p> <p>9. Gli studenti *stanno studiando* per l'esame (verb for studying).</p> <p>10. Il bambino *sta piangendo* (verb for crying).</p>
 

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