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USE OF THE PRESENT INFINITIVEYou are here: syntax > period > implicit_forms > infinitive > present
The present infinitive is used to build clauses with an contemporary or posterior implicit form in respect to the supporting clause.
Example:
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Nell'andare a casa saluto Maria.
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In this example the action of 'andare', expressed with the present infinitive, happens in the same moment of the action of 'salutare' of the supporting clause.
Example:
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Prima di andare a casa saluto Maria.
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In this example the action of 'andare', expressed with the present infinitive, happens after the action of 'salutare' of the supporting clause.
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