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Perifrasi Verbali — Verbal Periphrases·Comparing Passive Periphrases: venire / andare / essere
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Rule reminder

Three passive constructions with distinct meanings: (1) 'essere + pp' = resulting state or general passive; (2) 'venire + pp' = active process, habitual/repeated action; (3) 'andare + pp' = obligation, necessity, what must be done. Choosing the right one depends on whether you want to describe a STATE, an ACTION being performed, or a DUTY.

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'The museum is open (= in the state of being open) on Sundays.' Which form is correct?