Understanding the Verb 'Andare' in Italian

Professor Dave explains the conjugation and usage of the irregular Italian verb 'andare', which means 'to go'. He discusses its Latin origins, conjugation forms, and the prepositions that follow it. The video also covers how 'andare' is used differently in Italian compared to English, especially in expressing future actions. Additionally, idiomatic uses of 'andare' are explored, such as its application in describing functionality, fashion, and cost.

Why is 'andare' considered an important verb to learn in Italian?

• It is rarely used.

• It is a regular verb.

• It is commonly used in everyday language.

• It has a simple conjugation.

What is surprising about the conjugation of 'andare'?

• It is identical to its infinitive form.

• It has no irregular forms.

• The first person singular form 'io vado' does not resemble the infinitive.

• It is derived from a Greek verb.

Which preposition is used with 'andare' when going to a city?

• con

• in

• a

• da

When using 'andare' to describe traveling by vehicle, which preposition is appropriate?

• in

• per

• da

• a

How does Italian express future actions differently from English using 'andare'?

• By using 'andare' with a gerund.

• By using 'andare' with a noun.

• By using 'andare' in the past tense.

• By using 'andare' plus an infinitive.

What does 'andare' plus an infinitive mean in Italian?

• To describe an ongoing action.

• To express a completed action.

• To go to a place to perform an action.

• To indicate a habitual action.

Which of the following is an idiomatic use of 'andare'?

• To describe a color.

• To describe a sound.

• To express a question.

• To indicate a state of being.

In what context can 'andare' refer to cost?

• When discussing fashion.

• When talking about a journey.

• When describing a malfunction.

• When referring to expenses.

How can 'andare' be used to describe clothing?

• To describe how well the clothing fits.

• To express the price of the clothing.

• To indicate the brand of the clothing.

• To indicate the color of the clothing.

What does 'andare' imply when referring to a car?

• The car is new.

• The car is fast.

• The car is not functioning.

• The car is expensive.