Passato Remoto vs. Passato Prossimo — Choosing the Right Tense — Passato Remoto (Simple Past) (B1)

Passato Remoto (Simple Past)·Passato Remoto vs. Passato Prossimo — Choosing the Right Tense

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Rule reminder

Rule of thumb: passato remoto for historical, literary, or distant events; passato prossimo for recent events or events still connected to the present. In formal writing and narrative, passato remoto is preferred.

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In a historical essay: 'Garibaldi ___ i Mille nel 1860.'