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203: Get Well Soon in Italian: 3 Friendly Phrases
28 oktober 2025 · 8 min
Learn how to say “get well soon” in Italian with these 3 friendly phrases. Perfect for showing care and connecting with Italians. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Rimettiti = Get well soon (lit. reput yourself)
Riprenditi = Get well soon (lit. get back yourself)
Riposati = Get well soon (lit. rest yourself)
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202: Quiz: 7 Everyday Italian Words Most Tourists Don’t Understand
21 oktober 2025 · 18 min
Some Italian words confuse tourists because they’re hard to translate. Find out the meanings of these 7 everyday, untranslatable Italian words and expressions. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Fare un giro = To go for a walk
Apericena = Drinks and snacks for dinner (lit. aperitif dinner)
Stuzzichini = Little snacks
Fare la scarpetta = To mop up food with bread (lit. to do the little shoe)
Boh = I don’t know
Buon lavoro = Have a good day at work (lit. good work)
Mamma mia, che caldo = My goodness (lit. my mother), how hot
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201: So in Italian: There Are Actually 3 Ways to Say It!
14 oktober 2025 · 14 min
There are actually 3 ways to say so in Italian: quindi, allora and così. Find out when you should use each one so your Italian can sound more natural. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Troppi turisti, quindi troppe file = Too many tourists, so too many lines
Così così = So so
Ok...allora il consiglio è... non andare a Venezia! = Ok, so the advice is, don’t go to Venice!
Può andare a Treviso, così vede Venezia in giornata = She can go to Treviso, so she can see Venice during the day
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200: Fare, Andare, Venire: Italian Irregular Verbs You Need
7 oktober 2025 · 17 min
_You need the Italian irregular verbs fare, andare and venire for all kinds of conversations. Learn their forms to use them correctly and avoid mistakes. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Matteo, vieni un secondo? = Matteo, can you come here for a second? (lit. you come here a second)
Faccio una lista di idee… domani vengono Laura e John = I’m making a list of ideas…tomorrow Laura and John are coming.
Quindi, dove andiamo? = So, where are we going?
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199: How Do You Say Yummy in Italian? (Hint: It’s Not Delizioso)
30 september 2025 · 7 min
_How do you say yummy in Italian? Learn the everyday, common expressions Italians use so you can join their food chats (and why you shouldn’t say delizioso). _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Buono = Yummy (lit. good, masculine)
Buona = Yummy (lit. good, feminine)
Che buono = Yummy (lit. how good, masculine)
Che buona = Yummy (lit. how good, feminine)
Buonissimo = Very yummy (lit. very good, masculine)
Buonissima = Very yummy (lit. very good, feminine)
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198: Dare: How to Use This Important Italian Verb
23 september 2025 · 13 min
Dare is one of the most common Italian words. Learn how to conjugate it in the present, past and future and how to use it in common Italian expressions. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Mi dai una mano? = Can you give me a hand?
Non danno il menù = They don’t give the menu
Se mi dai un minuto… = If you give me a minute…
Ti do l’indirizzo = I give you the address
Mi piace dare consigli sul cibo = I like to give food recommendations
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Everyday Italian Phrases: The 6 You Need
16 september 2025 · 10 min
What do you do every day? Here you’ll learn those routine Italian words and phrases you absolutely have to know! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ogni giorno = Every day
Ogni giorno mi sveglio presto = Every day I wake up early
Sempre = Always
Spesso = Often
Di solito = Usually
A volte = Sometimes
Fare colazione = To have breakfast
Mai = Never
Alle nove = At nine
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197: Good Luck in Italian: What to Say and How to Reply
9 september 2025 · 11 min
_Italians have lots of fun ways to say and reply to “good luck” in Italian. Here, you’ll find out what they are so you can start using them in Italy. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
In bocca al lupo = Good luck (lit. into the wolf’s mouth)
Buona fortuna = Good luck
Crepi! = Thank you! (reply to in bocca al lupo, lit. may it die!)
In culo alla balena = Good luck (lit. in the whale’s butt)
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196: Why You Can Understand Italian But Can't Speak It
2 september 2025 · 14 min
_If you understand Italian but find it hard to speak, you’re not alone. Here are 5 common reasons and easy tips to help you get better at speaking Italian. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Scusi, un minuto = Excuse me (formal), one minute
Provo in italiano = I’ll try in Italian
Tutto bene = All good
Ci vediamo = See you later
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195: What phrases do you need for Italy? We asked our teachers
26 augustus 2025 · 13 min
50 useful Italian words and phrases to know to get around Italy. From shopping and eating out to chatting and getting information. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
C'è il Wi-fi qui? = Is there Wi-Fi here?
Do un'occhiata, grazie! = Just looking, thank you!
Scusi, è questa la fila per entrare? = Excuse me, is this the line to get in?
Quanto dista? = How far away is it?
Posso pagare con la carta? = Can I pay by card?
Ecco qui. = Here you go.
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194: You’re (probably) using the wrong “excuse me” in Italian
29 juli 2025 · 11 min
Excuse me in Italian might seem simple, but there are actually four ways to say it. Here’s when and how to use each one, so you’ll always get it right in Italy. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Scusi, il conto per favore = Excuse me (formal), the bill please
Scusi, è libero? = Excuse me (formal), is it free?
Scusa Matteo, dove sono i biglietti? = Sorry Matteo, where are the tickets?
Scusate, siete in fila? = Excuse me (you plural), are you in the line?
Scusate, è questo il treno per Bologna? = Excuse me (you plural), is this the train for Bologna?
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193: Am I Bad at Italian? We’ll Give You an Honest Answer
22 juli 2025 · 18 min
_Bad at Italian? Perfetto! Here's how being bad at Italian can actually help you, with some useful tips and practical phrases. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Perché ti piace l’Italia? = Why do you like Italy?
Perché ho origini italiane = Because I have Italian origins
Perché mi piace la gente = Because I like the people
Posso provare in italiano? = Can I try in Italian?
Ha tempo? = Do you (formal) have time?
Hai tempo? = Do you (informal) have time?
Sto imparando = I’m learning
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner
Grazie per la pazienza = Thank you for your patience
Come si dice…? = How do you say…?
Non ricordo la parola per… = I don’t remember the word for…
La mia memoria! = My memory!
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192: Italian Festivals: What to Know Before You Go
15 juli 2025 · 15 min
_Italian festivals are a great way to enjoy real Italian culture. Here are the best Italian festivals, plus some useful phrases to help you join in the fun. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Vengo in Italia il prossimo weekend = I’m coming to Italy next weekend
Ci sono dei festival interessanti? = are there any interesting festivals?
Le sagre = Typical Italian Food Festivals
Un paesino = A small town
Il cibo locale = Local food
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191: You in Italian: Formal vs. Informal Explained
8 juli 2025 · 26 min
_Learn the three forms of “you” in Italian and when to use each one, so you get the right tone every time you’re chatting with Italians. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Hai una penna? = Do you (informal) have a pen?
Preferisci mangiare dentro o fuori? = Do you (informal) prefer to eat inside or outside?
Ha un sacchetto? = Do you (formal) have a bag?
Volete un dolce? = Do you (plural) want a dessert?
Preferite acqua naturale o frizzante? = Do you (plural) prefer still or sparkling water?
Cerca qualcosa in particolare? = Are you (formal) looking for something in particular?
Vuoi un gelato? = Do you (informal) want an ice-cream?
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190: Do You Have to Read Books to Learn Italian? Yes and No.
1 juli 2025 · 10 min
_Is reading Italian books a good idea? We think so, if you pick the right ones. Here are 5 tips on what you should be reading in Italian. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Leggono libri scritti per italiani = They read books written for Italians
Cercano tutte le parole = They look up all the words
Scelgono libri per bambini = They choose books for children
Leggono storie noiose = They choose boring stories
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189: Everything You Need to Join a Birthday in Italy
24 juni 2025 · 14 min
How do you say “Happy birthday” in Italian? Learn the phrases Italians actually use, pronunciation tips, and 2 quite unique birthday traditions. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Buon compleanno! = Happy birthday
Tanti auguri! = Happy birthday (lit. many wishes)
Quando festeggiamo? = When are we celebrating?
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188: How to Say and Use “Let’s Go” in Italian
17 juni 2025 · 9 min
There’s one simple way to say “let’s go” in Italian, but you’ll also want to know how to say (and use) the other expressions that Italians use all the time. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Andiamo al cinema! = Let’s go to the cinema!
Andiamo al museo! = Let’s go to the museum!
Andiamo a casa! = Let’s go home!
Andiamo a mangiare una pizza! = Let’s go eat a pizza!
Andiamo a vedere la piazza! = Let’s go see the square!
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187: Italian Restaurant Phrases Most Tourists Don’t Understand
10 juni 2025 · 17 min
_What Italian restaurant phrases will you actually hear in Italy? Learn what waiters really say, plus some cultural tips. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Avete prenotato? = Have you booked?
Arrivo subito = I’ll be right with you
Prego, di qua = Please this way
Ecco il menu = Here’s the menu
Porto qualcosa da bere intanto? = Can I get you something to drink in the meantime?
Ambiente o fredda? = Room temperature or cold?
Volete ordinare? = Do you want to order?
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186: Have Fun in Italian: The Right (and Wrong) Way to Say It
3 juni 2025 · 14 min
How do you say have fun in Italian? Spoiler: you don’t even use the word have. Learn the right (and wrong) phrases to use instead Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Buon divertimento = Have fun (lit. good fun)
Divertiti = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourself)
Divertitevi = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourselves)
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How to Go Shopping in Italian: Beginner’s Guide
27 mei 2025 · 12 min
Planning on buying some lovely things in Italy? How about doing your shopping in Italian! Learn some useful phrases and tips so you can shop like a local. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
fare la spesa = do the shopping (supermarkets, the grocery shop)
fare shopping = go shopping (clothes, gifts and everything non-food related)
quanto costa? = how much does it cost?
quanto costano? = how much do they cost?
le piace? = do you like it? (formal)
è bello! = it’s nice!
è economico = it’s cheap
grazie, ci penso = thanks, I’ll think about it
mi piace ma… = I like it but…
è un po’ costoso = it’s a bit expensive
è troppo piccolo / grande = it’s too small / big
posso provarlo? = can I try it on?
dove sono i camerini? = where are the fitting rooms?
posso pagare? = can I pay?
…in contanti - …in cash
…con la carta = …by card
un sacchetto / una busta / una sportina = a bag
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185: Where in Italian: You’d Be Lost (Literally) Without It
20 mei 2025 · 8 min
You’ll need “where” in Italian to ask really useful questions. Here, you’ll see how to pronounce it the right way and use it in common phrases. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Dov’è il bagno? = Where’s the bathroom?
Dov’è la stazione? = Where’s the station?
Dove vivi? = Where do you live?
Di dove sei? = Where are you from?
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Restaurant and Bar Phrases to order in Italy
13 mei 2025 · 20 min
Wouldn’t it be "fantastico" to walk into an Italian restaurant and place your order in perfect Italian? Here you’ll learn how to do that and more! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
avete prenotato? = do you have a reservation? (lit. have you booked?)
posso prenotare un tavolo per due? = can I book a table for two?
siamo pronti = we're ready
vorrei una birra = I'd like a beer
vorrei un vino bianco = I’d like a white wine
un bicchiere di vino rosso = a glass of red wine
una bottiglia d’acqua gasata = a bottle of sparkling water
il conto, per favore = the bill, please
tutto perfetto! = everything’s perfect!
il locale = the bar, the place where we go for drinks in the evening
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184: 3 most common ways to say Congratulations in Italian
6 mei 2025 · 11 min
How do you say “congratulations” in Italian? Here you’ll find the most common phrases you can use right away to congratulate your Italian friends or relatives. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Congratulazioni per il tuo nuovo lavoro! = Congratulations on your new job!
Complimenti per il tuo italiano = Compliments/well done on your Italian
Complimenti, tutto buonissimo! = Congratulations/well done, all delicious!
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183: Stop Translating in Your Head! Think and Speak in Italian
29 april 2025 · 11 min
_Learn to think and speak in Italian without translating in your head. Improve your fluency and confidence with 5 practical tips that work for beginners, too! _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Va bene = Ok
Non c’è problema = No problem
Mi dispiace = I’m sorry
Non lo so = I don’t know
A presto = See you soon
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182: What do little Italian words like allora and anche mean?
22 april 2025 · 15 min
_You need Italian words like "allora" and "anche" in most everyday conversations. You'll see how they work so you can use them and speak more naturally. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Per fare il tour prima devi prenotare = To do the tour, first you have to book
Vorrei una pizza come la tua = I’d like a pizza like yours
Prima vado in bagno = First I’ll go to the bathroom
Devo anche mandare un’email = I also have to send an email
Poi mi preparo = Then I’ll get ready
Allora… sono di Napoli, ma vivo a Roma = So… I’m from Naples, but I live in Rome
Vorrei un cappuccino. Anzi, due = I’d like a cappuccino. Actually, two
Parlo italiano e anche francese = I speak Italian and also French
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181: The 3 Meanings of Si in Italian
15 april 2025 · 15 min
_What does “si” mean in Italian? Learn its three meanings and how to use it in every day conversations. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Cosa si fa questo weekend? = What does one do this weekend?
Come si chiama il ristorante? = What is the restaurant called?
Lì si mangia bene e si spende poco = There one eats well and one spends little
Così Brody si diverte e si rilassa = That way Brody can enjoy herself and relax
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180: Water in Italian: Words and Phrases for Italy
8 april 2025 · 8 min
Learn the word for water in Italian and how to order it with key phrases and cultural tips. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Acqua naturale = Still water
Acqua frizzante = Sparkling water
Vorrei una bottiglia d’acqua frizzante = I’d like a bottle of sparkling water
Vorrei una bottiglia d’acqua naturale = I’d like a bottle of still water
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179: Why Can’t I Speak Italian Yet? (And How to Fix It!)
1 april 2025 · 12 min
If you're learning Italian but feel like you can’t speak it yet, you’re not the only one. Here you have simple fixes to help you speak Italian more confidently. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Le app = The apps
Un piano = A plan
Parlo italiano = I speak Italian
Un principiante = A beginner
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner
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178: 8 Italian Slang Words You’ll Actually Hear in Italy
25 maart 2025 · 15 min
_Learn the slang words Italians use everyday, from wishing good luck, to showing you’re annoyed, so you can follow real Italian conversations. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ciao ragazzi, tutto a posto? = Hi guys, all good?
Sono cotto = I’m exhausted (lit. I’m cooked)
Che figata! = How cool!
Ieri ho fatto un giro in centro = I went for a walk in the center
Ho mangiato un sacco di roba = I ate loads of stuff
Non vedo l’ora di ritornare a Napoli = I can’t wait to go back to Naples
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177: Question Words in Italian: The 8 You Need
18 maart 2025 · 21 min
_Learn key Italian question words like “dove”, “quando”, and more to help you get the info you need while traveling in Italy. _ Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Quand’è l’ultimo treno? = When is the last train?
Perché il supermercato è chiuso? = Why is the restaurant closed?
Che cosa c’è in questo piatto? = What is there in this dish?
Dov’è la stazione? = Where is the station?
Chi è la guida? = Who is the guide?
Quanto costa? = How much does it cost?
Quale treno va a Firenze?= Which train goes to Florence?
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176: Because in Italian: How to Use Perché
11 maart 2025 · 7 min
How do you say “because” in Italian? It’s usually “perché”, but not always! Learn when and when not to use it in Italian. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Perché studi italiano? = Why do you study Italian?
Perché ho origini italiane = Because I have Italian origins
Perché la lingua è bella = Because the language is beautiful
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175: Advice for Speaking Italian (and not getting Englished)
4 maart 2025 · 15 min
Want to avoid getting replies in English when you’re speaking Italian? Here are our tips and key phrases to keep the conversation going! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
In italiano, per favore! = In Italian, please!
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner
Vorrei provare in italiano, mi aiuta? = I’d like to try in Italian, can you help me? (formal)
Vorrei provare in italiano, mi aiuti? = I’d like to try in Italian, can you help me? (informal)
Grazie per la pazienza = Thank you for the patience
Cos’è questo? = What is this?
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174: La mia pizza! How to talk about what’s yours (when it really matters)
25 februari 2025 · 14 min
You need Italian possessive adjectives in most everyday conversations. You’ll see how they work, when to use them and mistakes to avoid. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Noi italiani non condividiamo la nostra pizza = We Italians don’t share our pizza
Noi inglesi non condividiamo la nostra birra = We English don’t share our beer
È la mia pizza = It’s my pizza
È la mia birra = It’s my beer
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173: But in Italian: When to Use Ma, Però, and More
18 februari 2025 · 9 min
Here’s how to use "but" in Italian with ma, però, and more! Learn the differences between ma and però, plus other common Italian expressions. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Roma è bella ma è troppo grande = Rome is beautiful but it’s too big
Questo ristorante è buono, ma un po’ caro = This restaurant is good, but a bit expensive
Leggo molto, però = I read a lot, though
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172: I Love You in Italian: 7 Romantic Phrases
11 februari 2025 · 10 min
Learn how to say “I love you” in Italian, including a common mistake to avoid. You'll also learn terms of endearment and how to reply. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Anch’io ti amo tanto = I love you too
Ciao amore, come stai? = Hello love, how are you?
Tesoro, ti adoro! = Darling, I love you
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171: What on Earth are Italian Reflexive Verbs?
4 februari 2025 · 15 min
You need Italian reflexive verbs for many things. Like talking about your daily routine, feelings and even saying your name. You’ll learn what they are and how to use them. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Mi sveglio = I wake up (lit. myself I wake)
Mi alzo subito = I get up (lit. myself I rise) straight away
Mi vesto = I get dressed (lit. myself I dress)
Mi rilasso = I relax (lit. myself I relax)
Mi faccio un caffè = I make myself a coffee
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170: Learn the Word for Cold in Italian (and Avoid this Mistake)
28 januari 2025 · 10 min
Learn how to say cold in Italian. You’ll see key phrases with the word cold, plus common mistakes to avoid. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Che freddo! = How cold
Hai freddo? = Are you cold?
Non fa freddo = It’s not cold
Muoio di freddo = I’m dying of cold
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169: How to Say Nice to Meet You in Italian: Formal and Informal
21 januari 2025 · 7 min
Learn how to say "nice to meet you" in Italian. You’ll see the formal and informal versions, plus how to reply if someone says it to you. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Piacere di conoscerti = Nice to meet you (informal)
Piacere di conoscerla = Nice to meet you (formal)
Piacere = Nice to meet you
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168: Common Italian Words That Are Actually English
14 januari 2025 · 13 min
There are loads of Italian words that are actually English. See how they’re used in travel, tech, entertainment, and more, plus tips on how to pronounce them the Italian way. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Prenotiamo il tour? = Shall we book the tour?
Prendiamo un taxi? = Shall we take a taxi?
Usiamo il computer? = Shall we use the computer?
L’app non funziona = The app doesn’t work
Non ho la password del WiFi = I don’t have the WiFi password
Che stress! = How stressful!
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167: Why in Italian: How to Say and Use It in Conversation
7 januari 2025 · 13 min
Why in Italian is one simple word. Or you can learn a few extra really common ways to say why to make your Italian sound natural. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
No, perché? = No, why?
Perché il pesce ha un sapore delicato = Because fish has a delicate flavor
Come mai non posso bere lo Spritz con la pizza? = How come I can’t drink spritz with pizza?
Perché è dolce = Because it’s sweet
E perché? = And why?
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166: Learn Italian Fast: Your 3-Month Action Plan
31 december 2024 · 10 min
Ready to get serious about your Italian? This structured plan will help you learn Italian fast and improve your conversation skills in just three months! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
La routine = (the) routine
La pronuncia = (the) pronunciation
È tutto = That’s all (lit. “it’s all”)
Evvai! = Yey!
Ben fatto = Well done
Normale = Normal
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165: How do you say Merry Christmas in Italian?
3 december 2024 · 6 min
How do you wish “Merry Christmas” to your Italian family or friends? Learn it quickly in this mini Italian lesson! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Buon Natale = Merry Christmas
Buone feste = Happy holidays
Grazie, buon Natale anche a lei! = Thank you, Merry Christmas to you too! (formal)
Grazie, buon Natale anche a te! = Thank you, Merry Christmas to you, too! (informal)
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164: Passato prossimo in Italian: how to use this past tense
26 november 2024 · 19 min
The passato prossimo is the perfect tense for conversations with Italians. See how it’s formed and when to use it so you can talk about the past. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Sono andato al parco = I have gone to the park
Non ho preso il caffè = I haven’t had a coffee
Ho lavorato un po’ = I’ve worked a bit
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163: How to swear in Italian without offending anyone
19 november 2024 · 13 min
Learn the most common Italian Swear words that you won’t find in your textbook and how to use them (or not!) when talking to Italians. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Che due palle! = What a pain in the ass (lit. what 2 balls)
Sei incazzato? = Are you pissed (off)?
Merda! = Shit!
Che cazzo! = What the f*ck!
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162: Body parts in Italian: here’s what you need to know
12 november 2024 · 12 min
Here you’ll find a list of the body parts in Italian that you really need to know. It’s everything you need for the pharmacy, everyday expressions and chats with Italians. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Le spalle = Shoulders
La schiena = Back
Dare una mano = To give a hand
Occhio! = Watch out!
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161: The most difficult Italian words you’re (probably) pronouncing wrong
5 november 2024 · 18 min
Learn techniques to pronounce the most difficult Italian words. They’ll help you sound more natural and avoid making funny pronunciation mistakes! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ghiaccio = Ice
Svegliare = To wake up
Aglio = Garlic
Cameriere = Waiter
Aereo = Plane
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160: Andare (To go): Learn This Important Italian verb
29 oktober 2024 · 12 min
"Andare" is used all the time in Italian—it’s hard to speak to Italians without it! Learn its present, past, and future tenses for everyday conversations. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Vado = I go
Vai = You go
Va = S/he goes
Andiamo = We go
Andate = You plural go
Vanno = They go
Vado al pub = I’m going to the pub
Andiamo a Roma = We’re going to Rome
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159: 4 Easy Italian Songs that prove that learning Italian can be fun
22 oktober 2024 · 9 min
Here are 4 easy songs for learning Italian. They have great tunes, simple vocabulary and lots of repetition to make the words really stick. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
I capelli = Hair
Le mani = Hands
I piedi = Feet
Volare = To fly
Cantare = To sing
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158: The most important Italian irregular verbs: 17 you should know
15 oktober 2024 · 15 min
Learn essential Italian irregular verbs and how to use them in everyday conversations. Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Ho un appuntamento = I have a meetup (literally: an appointment)
Cosa facciamo? = What shall we do?
Usciamo? = Shall we go out?
Vuoi stare a casa? = Do you want to stay at home?
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157: Order your favorite pizza in Italian: the sentences you need
8 oktober 2024 · 12 min
How do you order pizza in Italian? These are the essential phrases for ordering pizza the real Italian way, plus some surprising cultural tips. Buon appetito! Lees meer
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Today's Italian words:
Prendo = I’ll have
Vorrei = I would like
Prosciutto cotto = (cooked) ham
Olive = Olives
Funghi = Mushrooms
Carciofini = Artichokes
Una pizza senza glutine = A gluten-free pizza