Waking up, having un caffè, eating breakfast…
You can’t speak Italian for long without talking about the things you often do (or don’t do!)
To talk about your routine, you’ll need those ‘how often’ words - the ones that tell you how
How well do you know your Italian numbers?
Whether you’re learning them for the first time, or reviewing them for the 158th… they can be challenging!
Numbers feel like they should be easy, because we learn them so young in
Do you know how to order at an Italian restaurant?
More than just a practical skill, it helps you make meaningful connections with the locals.
Like our student Adam, who eats in little neighbourhood restaurants where no one speaks English
Are nerves stopping you from speaking Italian?
When you’re learning a foreign language, it’s normal to have a bit of a block when it comes to speaking.
In fact, when we asked our students about their biggest challenges when learning Italian,
By Katie Harris
So you want to learn Italian, but you’re not sure where to start? Or maybe you’ve already started and you’re not as far along as you’d like.
You’re not alone. I had no idea how to learn
How do you say ‘August’ in Italian?
Wait for it… agosto!
You’d be forgiven for thinking ‘Easy, that’s basically the same as English’ and quickly moving on to learning the other months.
That’s exactly what Katie did. But then,
Learning Italian can be a bit tedious sometimes!
If you’re bored with verbs and vocabulary lists, why not try watching Italian TV shows?
There are some amazing series that can help you improve your Italian in a fun and relaxed
What is Italian for hotel?
There are so many different words flying around, referring to slightly different kinds of accommodation, it’s hard to know which one to use!
The short answer: it’s either hotel or albergo most of the time.
But what’s the
If you’ve ever paid for something in Italian, bravo!
You know your numbers and prices well enough to get the important stuff done. There’s just one small detail you might have missed…
Can you pronounce euro in Italian?
You might
Imagine setting off for an exciting holiday - to Italy perhaps, to practise your Italian.
As you’re leaving, your friends and family might say bon voyage!
In English we borrow this French expression that literally means: “good trip”. But what’s
When you go to Italy, what do you like to bring back with you?
Leather, shoes, wine, pasta, espresso cups… there are loads of ways to fill your suitcase.
But how do you buy them in the first place? If you hate
So, you’re enjoying your trip out in Italy when suddenly your phone dies… or you can’t connect to the internet.
How frustrating!
In these situations, wouldn’t it be great to know a few Italian phrases to find your way, and connect
If you’re thinking about a trip to Italy, you’ve surely pictured yourself walking into a beautiful Italian café and ordering your first drink, or going out for an authentic Italian meal…
But how to do this in Italian?
Here you’ll learn the
What’s the first thing you should learn in Italian? Maybe how to…
Say hello?
Ask someone their name?
Here’s our suggestion:
Grazie!
That’s Italian for “thank you”. It’s a word you’ll use every day that’s essential for being polite in Italian.
Even if you already
When you first arrive in Italy, speaking to locals in Italian might feel intimidating.
What if you don’t understand what someone says? What if you can’t remember how to say… well: “how do you say?”
The good news is, to communicate
Grazie!
Hmm... now what?
You might have the feeling that Italians use a lot of different phrases to answer grazie. You’re right!
The best response to grazie could depend on who you’re speaking to. Is it a formal or informal situation? Or
Ever had the feeling that your pronunciation of grazie is just slightly… off?
If so, don’t worry, you’re in good company.
This word is perhaps responsible for more pronunciation mistakes than any other among Italian learners.
Read on to find out
Io, tu, lei... these little words are called "subject pronouns" in Italian.
In English we use them all the time: “I go”, “you want”, “she speaks”.
But Italians often don’t! In fact, it can be really confusing knowing when to
What does having a cold, a romantic partner and a talent for making mistakes in Italian have in common?
In Italian, it’s the verb essere.
Normally, essere in Italian means “to be”. But not always! There are a few little phrases
If you ever find yourself in a heatwave in Italy, you might want to say “I’m hot”.
Whatever you do, don’t say sono caldo. This could get you some funny looks because it means “I’m horny”!
So what should you
