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247: How Do You Say “That” in Italian? It Depends!
3 november 2026 · 13 min
“That” in Italian can be confusing because there isn’t just one way to say it. Here’s how to use the different forms, with phrases for everyday situations in Italy. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Quanto costa quel cappello? = How much does that hat cost?
Vorrei quella torta = I’d like that cake
Quei giardini sono chiusi oggi = Those gardens are closed today
Quelle valigie sono nostre = Those suitcases are ours
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246: Halloween in Italy: Useful Words and What to Expect
27 oktober 2026 · 10 min
Halloween in Italy might be a bit different to what you’re used to at home. Here’s what to expect around this time of year, plus some useful words and phrases. Lees meer
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245: Uscire: How To Use This Common Italian Verb
20 oktober 2026 · 17 min
The Italian verb “uscire” is one you’ll hear a lot in Italy. But it’s irregular, so it can be easy to make mistakes. Here, you’ll see how it works in some useful phrases. Lees meer
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244: Eating Out in Italy? How to Say “Try” and “Taste”
13 oktober 2026 · 7 min
Learn how to talk about taste in Italian with words like “assaggiare” and “provare”, plus useful phrases for food and drink in Italy. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Vuoi assaggiare? = Do you want to have a taste?
Chi assaggia? = Who’s tasting?
Volete provare il piatto del giorno? = Do you (plural) want to try the dish of the day?
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243: Italian Words: How to Know If They’re Masculine or Feminine (Plus a Recipe Idea)
6 oktober 2026 · 14 min
Learn the patterns that can help you tell whether Italian words are masculine or feminine, so you can use them the right way without guessing. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
La farina = The flour
Il vino = The wine
Un limone = A lemon
Le birre = The beers
I taralli = a type of biscuit that can be sweet or savoury. They’re often served as a part of an aperitivo
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I have hot! 7 common expressions with AVERE in Italian
29 september 2026 · 11 min
Careful when saying “I’m hot” in Italian! Why? Find out how to avoid embarrassing mistakes by learning these expressions with AVERE (have) in Italian. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ho caldo = I'm hot
Ho freddo = I'm cold
Ho 40 anni = I'm 40
Ho sete = I'm thirsty
Ho fame = I'm hungry
Ho sonno = I'm sleepy
Ho paura = I'm scared
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242: Learn How to Say “No” in Italian and Still Sound Nice
22 september 2026 · 10 min
Knowing how to say no in Italian is useful, but "no" alone can sound too blunt. Learn natural Italian phrases to soften “no” and sound more friendly. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Forse/magari un altro giorno = Maybe another day
Forse/magari domani = Maybe tomorrow
No, non penso = No, I don’t think so
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How to answer COME STAI in Italian (and 3 common mistakes to avoid)
15 september 2026 · 9 min
How should you reply when someone asks “Ciao, come stai?”. Learn how to avoid simple mistakes when answering this classic Italian conversation opener. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Come stai= How are you?
Bene, bene= well, well
Bene, grazie= well, thank you
Tutto bene= everything’s well
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241: How to Say Welcome in Italian and Avoid a Very Common Mistake
8 september 2026 · 7 min
Welcome in Italian isn't just one word. There are 4 ways to say it. In this episode, you’ll learn when to use each one and other friendly Italian phrases. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ciao Matteo, benvenuto = Hi Matteo, welcome
Ciao Katie, benvenuta = Hi Katie, welcome
Benvenuta, prego = Welcome (to one woman), please come in
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240: How to Speak Italian Without Anyone to Practise With
1 september 2026 · 10 min
Want to speak Italian but don't have anyone to practise with? Here are 3 things you can do to practise Italian by yourself. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Bevo un caffè = I’m drinking a coffee
Ascolto la musica = I’m listening to music
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239: 3 Ways to Say “Not a Problem” in Italian to Sound Friendly
25 augustus 2026 · 12 min
Learn how to say “not a problem” in Italian with 3 friendly phrases and when to use each one. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Tranquilla, non c’è problema = No worries (lit. calm, female), no problem (lit. there is no problem)
Non ti preoccupare = Don’t worry (lit. don’t yourself preoccupy)
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238: Would you like something to drink? How to use “something” in Italian
28 juli 2026 · 11 min
Learn how to say "something" in Italian with “qualcosa”, plus everyday phrases you can use on your next trip to Italy. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Volete qualcosa da bere? = Do you (plural) want something to drink?
Volete qualcosa da mangiare? = Do you (plural) want something to eat?
Avete qualcosa di tipico? = Do you (plural) have something typical?
Avete qualcosa di vegetariano? = Do you (plural) have something vegetarian?
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237: Aperitivo in Italy: The Phrases You Need and How It Works
21 juli 2026 · 15 min
Learn how to order an aperitivo in Italy, from the drinks and snacks you'll get to the phrases you need. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Siete pronti? = Are you (plural) ready?
Avete deciso = Have you (plural) decided?
Cosa vi porto? = What can I get you?
Per me uno spritz = For me a spritz
Vi porto anche degli stuzzichini? = Can I also get you (plural) some snacks?
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236: Greetings in Italian to Help You Sound Friendly in Italy
14 juli 2026 · 15 min
_Here, you’ll learn some of the most common greetings in Italian and when exactly you should use them. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Che bello vederti! = How lovely to see you!
Ciao Mike, come stai? = Hi Mike, how are you? (informal)
Piacere di conoscerti = Nice to meet you (informal)
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235: How to Say "This" in Italian With Words Like "Questo" and "Questa"
7 juli 2026 · 13 min
This in Italian is an everyday word you’ll need for things like shopping and ordering food. But there are 4 ways to say it. Here’s when to use each one. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Questa camicia e questi pantaloni = This shirt and these trousers
Ho comprato queste scarpe = I bought these shoes
Vorrei questo formaggio = I'd like this cheese
Quanto costa questa borsa? = How much does this bag cost?
Questi posti sono liberi? = Are these seats free?
Queste pizze sono vegetariane? = Are these pizzas vegetarian?
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234: You’re (probably) using the wrong “sorry” in Italian
30 juni 2026 · 8 min
_Learn how to say “sorry” in Italian with these 3 important words and when you should use each one. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Mi dispiace tanto = I’m so sorry
Mi dispiace per questo = I’m sorry about (lit. for) that
Scusa per il ritardo = Sorry for being late (lit. for the lateness)
Scusi per il ritardo = Sorry (formal) for being late (lit. for the lateness)
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233: Quiz: 5 Italian Phrases Tourists Often Get Wrong
23 juni 2026 · 13 min
_Learn the most common Italian phrases that tourists get wrong and what to say instead so you can sound more natural in Italian. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
L’albergo è in centro = The hotel is in the city centre
Vorrei un tavolo per stasera. Siamo in tre = I’d like a table for this evening. There are three of us
C’è una farmacia in zona? = Is there a pharmacy in the area?
Questo risotto è buonissimo = This risotto is delicious
A Milano fa troppo caldo oggi = In Milan it’s too hot today
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232: Ordering Wine in Italy: Useful Phrases and Tips
16 juni 2026 · 16 min
Learn Italian phrases for ordering wine in Italy, plus cultural tips to help you choose, order and talk about wine like Italians do. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ordiniamo una bottiglia di vino? = Shall we order a bottle of wine?
Prendiamo due calici? = Shall we get (lit. take) two glasses?
Possiamo provare il vino della casa = We can try the house wine
Con gli asparagi forse si abbina meglio il bianco = With asparagus maybe white pairs better
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231: “Can We Stop Here?” And Other Phrases With Stop In Italian
9 juni 2026 · 9 min
_Here you’ll learn 2 common ways to say stop in Italian and when to use them, plus practical phrases with stop that you can use in Italy. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Mi fermo qui? = Shall I stop here?
Mi fermo qui un secondo = I’m going to stop here for a second
Ci possiamo fermare qui? = Can we stop here?
Basta, grazie = That’s enough, thank you
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230: Italian Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts When You Travel in Italy
2 juni 2026 · 10 min
Blend in more easily in Italy by following Italian etiquette. Learn about the dos and don’ts for eating and socialising, plus some practical phrases. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Salute! = Cheers!
Vorrei provare un piatto tipico = I’d like to try a typical dish
Vorrei prenotare per le otto = I’d look to book for eight o’clock
Grazie per la bella serata = Thank you for the lovely evening
Sono vegetariano, cosa mi consiglia? = I’m vegetarian, what do you recommend for me?
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Altrettanto: The Easiest Way To Reply in Italian
26 mei 2026 · 8 min
Not sure how to respond in Italian? Use ‘altrettanto’ to have an instant reply in these everyday situations! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Altrettanto = You too / same to you / likewise
Buona giornata = Have a good day
Buona serata = Have a good evening
Buona domenica = Have a good Sunday
Buon weekend = Have a good weekend
Buon viaggio = Have a good trip
Buon lavoro= Good luck with your work (lit. good work)
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229: How to Say Suitcase in Italian and Other Useful Phrases
19 mei 2026 · 17 min
_Learn how to say “suitcase” in Italian and other useful words and phrases for travelling around Italy. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Dobbiamo fare le valigie = We need to pack (lit. do the suitcases)
Il mio zaino è pronto = My backpack is ready
La crema solare = Sun cream
Il fon = Hairdryer
Una giacca leggera = A light jacket
Delle scarpe comode = Some light shoes
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Italian Prepositions Made Easy: Tips and Tricks for Learners
12 mei 2026 · 12 min
Confused by Italian prepositions? Don't worry! Here you’ll learn them in a simple way, so you can feel more confident using them in conversation with Italians. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Un piatto di pasta = A plate of pasta
Sono di San Francisco = I’m from San Francisco (lit. “of” San Francisco)
Il nostro hotel è a Roma = Our hotel is in Rome (lit. “at” Rome)
Il ristorante è lontano da qui? = Is the restaurant far from here?
Questo treno va da Milano a Napoli = This train goes from Milan to Naples
Aspettiamo da 20 minuti = We’ve been waiting for 20 minutes (lit. we wait “from” 20 minutes)
Andiamo in macchina = We’re going by car (lit. “in” car)
Un tavolo per due = A table for two
Vado al mercato per comprare la frutta = I’m going to the market (in order) to buy fruit
È sul menù = It’s on the menu
Una guida sulla città = A guide about the city (lit. “on” the city)
Tra due città = Between two cities
Il supermercato chiude tra 30 minuti = The supermarket closes in 30 minutes (lit. “between”)
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228: Jobs in Italian: Say What You Do or Did
5 mei 2026 · 15 min
Learn how to talk about your jobs in Italian, past or present, with words and phrases for this common conversation topic. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Sono in pensione = I’m retired
Sono in pensione, ma ero insegnante = I’m retired, but I was a teacher
Che lavoro fai = What job do you do?
Sono video editor = I’m a video editor
Sei anche cuoco = You’re also a cook
Sei anche manager, insegnante, cameraman = You’re also a manager, teacher, cameraman
Ero grafico = I was a graphic designer
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227: The Most Common Italian Words: How to Learn Italian Faster
28 april 2026 · 11 min
_You can use some of the most common Italian words to make lots of different phrases. Focusing on these words will help you learn Italian faster. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Lo stesso per favore = The same thing please
Vorrei prenotare = I’d like to book
Altrettanto = The same to you
Vorrei questo per favore = I’d like this please
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226: Great in Italian: Which Word Should You Use?
21 april 2026 · 8 min
There’s not just one word for “great” in Italian that works every time. Here, you’ll learn the different ways to say “great” in Italian and when to use each one. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ottima idea! = Great idea!
È un ottimo ristorante = It’s a great restaurant
Ordiniamo una pizza? Perfetto! = Shall we order a pizza? Perfect!
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225: Dovere: “you have” to learn this Italian verb
14 april 2026 · 16 min
Learn how to use dovere in Italian to say what you “have to”, “must” or “should” do, with common phrases and real-life situations you’ll come across in Italy. Lees meer
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Deve cambiare treno = You (formal) have to change train
Dobbiamo comprare i biglietti per Napoli = We have to buy the tickets for Naples
Devo pagare qui? = Do I have to pay here?
Devi prenotare online = You have to book online
Devo fare molte cose = I have to do lots of things
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224: Italian Adverbs: The Words That (Probabilmente) You’ll Need
7 april 2026 · 18 min
_Italian adverbs help you add more detail and meaning to your Italian. Here are some of the most common Italian adverbs for everyday conversation and how to use them. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Gli italiani parlano velocemente = Italians speak quickly
In Italia viaggio facilmente in treno = In Italy, I travel easily by train
Generalmente bevo un cappuccino = I generally drink a cappuccino
Probabilmente sono negata = I am probably hopeless (feminine)
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223: With in Italian: Everyday Examples You’ll Hear in Italy
31 maart 2026 · 7 min
_Learn how to use “with” in Italian to get around Italy, from ordering food and drink to booking places to stay. _ Lees meer
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Una margherita con funghi = A margherita with mushrooms
Un toast con prosciutto = A toasted sandwich with ham
Un hotel con parcheggio = A hotel with parking
Un appartamento con aria condizionata = An apartment with air conditioning
Un treno con cambio a Bologna = A train with a change in Bologna
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222: Quiz time! Common Italian Phrases That Help You Connect with the Local
24 maart 2026 · 13 min
_These common Italian phrases go beyond polite basics like “buongiorno” and “grazie” so you can connect with Italians and have friendly, everyday conversations. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Nessun problema = No problem
Grazie per l’aiuto = Thanks for the help
Davvero? = Really?
Volentieri = I’d love to
Scherzo = Just kidding
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221: Italian Verb Potere: How to Use It When in Italy
17 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Italian verb “potere” means “can”, but it doesn’t always work the same way. Learn how to use it correctly and avoid common mistakes. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Posso? = Can I? / May I?
Possiamo andare = We can go
Puoi prenotare un tavolo per stasera = You can reserve a table for tonight (singular, informal)
Potete lasciare le valigie qui= You can leave your luggage here (plural)
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220: How to Say Never in Italian (While Playing Two Truths and a Lie)
10 maart 2026 · 9 min
_In this post, you’ll learn how to say never in Italian using mai, including how to use it in common expressions and the past tense. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Non faccio mai colazione a casa = I never have (lit. “do”) breakfast at home
Non brindo mai con l’acqua = I never say cheers with water
Non vado mai in spiaggia in estate = I never go to the beach in summer
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219: Some Vino, Some Pizza…How to Say Some in Italian
3 maart 2026 · 19 min
_“Some” comes up all the time in Italy, like when you’re shopping or ordering food. Learn how to say it in Italian with words like “del”, “dei”, “delle” and more. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Degli stuzzichini = some snacks
Chiedo delle patatine, delle olive e dei taralli = I’ll ask for some potato chips, some olives and some taralli
Della pizza = some pizza
Dell’acqua = some water
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218: Airport in Italian: Phrases You Need When Flying in Italy
24 februari 2026 · 19 min
_In this post, you’ll learn useful words and phrases for the airport in Italian. They’ll make it easier to ask for help and understand the Italian around you. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Il gate è aperto = The gate is open
I posti = The seats
I bagagli = The luggage
Aereo = Plane
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217: Amazing in Italian: How (and most importantly when) to say it
17 februari 2026 · 8 min
How do you say “amazing” in Italian? Here you’ll learn the best word to use, a few common alternatives, and tips on when Italians would actually use them. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Questo risotto è fantastico = This risotto is amazing
Questa focaccia è fantastica = This focaccia is amazing
Fantastico! - Amazing!
È fantastico - That’s (lit. it is) amazing
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216: Valentine’s Day in Italian: Phrases and Italian Traditions
10 februari 2026 · 14 min
_In this post, you’ll learn how to talk about Valentine’s Day in Italian with useful words and phrases. You’ll also see the unique ways Italians celebrate it. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Festeggiamo San Valentino = We celebrate Valentine’s Day
Non festeggiamo San Valentino = We don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day
Buon San Valentino = Happy Valentine’s Day
Regalare i fiori = To gift flowers
Regalare i cioccolatini = To gift little chocolates
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215: Magari in Italian: What it Means and How to Use It
3 februari 2026 · 13 min
Find out what “magari” in Italian means and how to use it when travelling, with natural phrases Italians actually say. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Magari possiamo pranzare in quel ristorante sulla spiaggia = Maybe we can have lunch at that restaurant on the beach
Magari troviamo un tavolo comunque = Maybe we’ll find a table anyway
Magari c'è un tavolo per due = Maybe there’s a table for two
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Essere VS stare: Two Verbs That Confuse a Lot of Learners
27 januari 2026 · 16 min
In Italian, there are two verbs that mean “to be”: essere and stare. When should you use each one? Find out in this simple guide! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Sono felice = I'm happy
Sono italiano = I'm Italian (m)
Sono alto = I'm tall (m)
Sono qui = I'm here
Sto bene = I’m well
Sto male = I’m not well, literally “I’m bad”
Sto meglio = I’m better
Stare con le persone = to spend time with people, literally “to stay with people”
Stare con la famiglia = to spend time with the family, literally “to stay with the family”
Stare zitto = to be quiet, to shut up
Stare fermo = to stay still
Stare attento = to pay attention, literally “to stay attentive”
Stare calmo = to stay calm
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214: Without in Italian: How to Use Senza
20 januari 2026 · 7 min
Understand how to use "without" in Italian with practical phrases for everyday situations, like choosing hotels, getting transport and eating out. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Senza glutine = Without gluten
Senza carne = Without meat
Un volo senza scalo = A flight without a layover
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3 Italian Ways to Say Please (and When to Use Them)
13 januari 2026 · 10 min
Do Italians say please? Learn the 3 most authentic ways to be polite in Italian. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Per piacere = Please (lit. to please)
Per favore = Please (lit. for favour)
Sì, grazie! = Yes please! (in Italian, we don’t say "per favore" after "sì")
Due biglietti, per favore = Two tickets, please (lit. for favour)
Un cappuccino, per piacere = A cappuccino, please (lit. to please)
Può portare il conto? = Can you bring the bill?
Potrebbe portare il conto? = Could you bring the bill?
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213: 3 Italian Words for Beautiful That Italians Actually Use
6 januari 2026 · 16 min
Here are 3 common Italian words for beautiful that Italians actually say. You’ll also learn how you can use them in useful phrases for getting around Italy. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Che bella giornata! = What a beautiful day!
Il Duomo è bellissimo = The cathedral is very beautiful
La pinacoteca è meravigliosa = The pinacoteca (art museum) is marvellous
Il Castello Sforzesco è stupendo = The Sforzesco castle is wonderful (lit. stupendous)
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212: The Best Way to Learn Italian (In Our Humble Opinion)
30 december 2025 · 12 min
The best way to learn Italian doesn’t involve memorizing verb lists. Here are 7 effective techniques (in our humble opinion) to get better and better at Italian. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Vorrei uno spritz = I’d like a spritz
Ho una prenotazione = I have a reservation
Sono americano = I am American
Vivo in Canada = I live in Canada
Vivo in Inghliterra = I live in England
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211: Italian Verb Sapere (To Know): When and How to Use It
23 december 2025 · 18 min
Learn how to use the Italian verb “sapere” in everyday situations, like asking for info or chatting with locals, plus the common mistakes to avoid. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Non lo so = I don’t know (lit. I don’t know it)
Sai dove siamo? = Do you know where we are?
So che siamo in centro = I know that we’re in the centre
Sai dov'è…? = Do you know where is…?
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210: How to Say Happy New Year to Your Italian Friends
16 december 2025 · 7 min
Here are the most common phrases to say and reply to Happy New Year in Italian. You’ll also learn about some unique Italian New Year traditions. Lees meer
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Today's words:
Buon anno = Happy New Year (lit. good year)
Buon anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. good year new)
Felice anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. happy year new)
Auguri = Best wishes
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209: How to Talk About Your Famiglia in Italian
9 december 2025 · 15 min
Family is very important in Italy. Learn how to talk about family in Italian with key words and phrases, plus common mistakes to avoid. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Mia zia = My aunt
Mio zio = My uncle
Mia mamma = My mum
I miei nipoti = My nieces and nephews
Mia cugina = My cousin (female)
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208: Italian Dialect Quiz: 5 Useful Phrases You Might Hear in Italy
2 december 2025 · 12 min
They don’t just speak Italian in Italy, there are dialects too. Learn common words and phrases from Italian dialects to understand locals better. Lees meer
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207: Dire: How to Use This Really Common Italian Verb
25 november 2025 · 15 min
Learn how to use the verb dire (to say, to tell) in the present, past, and future tense, plus common mistakes and useful phrases. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Dico = I say
Dici = You say
Dice = He/she says
Diciamo = We say
Diciamo che preferisco Firenze = Let’s say that I prefer Florence
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206: Ordering Coffee in Italian: Tips for Your Next Trip to Italy
18 november 2025 · 14 min
There are very specific types of coffee in Italy. Learn how to order coffee in Italian the Italian way, so you can avoid classic tourist mistakes. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Vorrei un caffè = I’d like an espresso
Un caffè macchiato = an espresso with a bit of milk (lit. “stained coffee)
Un caffè americano = an americano
Un latte macchiato = a hot milk with a bit of coffee (lit. stained milk)
Un caffè shakerato = a coffee, sugar and ice (lit. shaken coffee)
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205: Italian Indefinite Articles: Un, Una, Uno, and Un’
11 november 2025 · 14 min
Italian indefinite articles (or words for “a” and “an”) can be tricky in Italian because there are four ways to say them. Here’s how to use each one. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Prendiamo un tagliere di formaggi? = Shall we order (lit. we take) a cheese board?
Prendiamo anche una focaccia e un’acqua frizzante? = Shall we also order (lit. we take) a focaccia and a sparkling water?
Prendo uno spritz = I’ll order (lit. I take) a spritz
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204: Italian Verb Venire: Don’t Come to Italy Without It
4 november 2025 · 16 min
The Italian verb venire (to come) pops up all the time in Italian. See how to use it in the present, past and future tenses. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Io e mia mamma veniamo in stazione = My mum and I are coming to the station
Ma viene anche mia sorella! = But my sister is also coming!
Ma se venite in macchina c'è traffico = But if you (plural) come by car there’s traffic
Vengo in metro: è comoda = I’m coming by metro: it’s convenient