243: Italian Words: How to Know If They’re Masculine or Feminine (Plus a Recipe Idea)
Learn the patterns that can help you tell whether Italian words are masculine or feminine, so you can use them the right way without guessin...
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20 of 252 episodesI have hot! 7 common expressions with AVERE in Italian
Careful when saying “I’m hot” in Italian! Why? Find out how to avoid embarrassing mistakes by learning these expressions with AVERE (have) i...
242: Learn How to Say “No” in Italian and Still Sound Nice
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...
How to answer COME STAI in Italian (and 3 common mistakes to avoid)
How should you reply when someone asks “Ciao, come stai?”. Learn how to avoid simple mistakes when answering this classic Italian conversati...
241: How to Say Welcome in Italian and Avoid a Very Common Mistake
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 It...
240: How to Speak Italian Without Anyone to Practise With
Want to speak Italian but don't have anyone to practise with? Here are 3 things you can do to practise Italian by yourself. Learn about our...
239: 3 Ways to Say “Not a Problem” in Italian to Sound Friendly
Learn how to say “not a problem” in Italian with 3 friendly phrases and when to use each one. Learn about our Online Italian School and get...
238: Would you like something to drink? How to use “something” in Italian
Learn how to say "something" in Italian with “qualcosa”, plus everyday phrases you can use on your next trip to Italy. Learn about our Onlin...
237: Aperitivo in Italy: The Phrases You Need and How It Works
Learn how to order an aperitivo in Italy, from the drinks and snacks you'll get to the phrases you need. Learn about our Online Italian Scho...
236: Greetings in Italian to Help You Sound Friendly in Italy
_Here, you’ll learn some of the most common greetings in Italian and when exactly you should use them. _ Learn about our Online Italian Scho...
235: How to Say "This" in Italian With Words Like "Questo" and "Questa"
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 u...
234: You’re (probably) using the wrong “sorry” in Italian
_Learn how to say “sorry” in Italian with these 3 important words and when you should use each one. _ Learn about our Online Italian School...
233: Quiz: 5 Italian Phrases Tourists Often Get Wrong
_Learn the most common Italian phrases that tourists get wrong and what to say instead so you can sound more natural in Italian. _ Learn abo...
232: Ordering Wine in Italy: Useful Phrases and Tips
Learn Italian phrases for ordering wine in Italy, plus cultural tips to help you choose, order and talk about wine like Italians do. Learn a...
231: “Can We Stop Here?” And Other Phrases With Stop In Italian
_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. _...
230: Italian Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts When You Travel in Italy
Blend in more easily in Italy by following Italian etiquette. Learn about the dos and don’ts for eating and socialising, plus some practical...
Altrettanto: The Easiest Way To Reply in Italian
Not sure how to respond in Italian? Use ‘altrettanto’ to have an instant reply in these everyday situations! Learn about our Online Italian...
229: How to Say Suitcase in Italian and Other Useful Phrases
_Learn how to say “suitcase” in Italian and other useful words and phrases for travelling around Italy. _ Learn about our Online Italian Sch...
Italian Prepositions Made Easy: Tips and Tricks for Learners
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 conversa...
228: Jobs in Italian: Say What You Do or Did
Learn how to talk about your jobs in Italian, past or present, with words and phrases for this common conversation topic. Learn about our On...