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First Sounds and Greetings
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First Sounds and Greetings
10 lessons- 1
Hello and Goodbye
Learn standard Italian greetings and farewells for different times of day and levels of formality, including the correct spelling of buongiorno and when to use ciao, salve, buonasera, and arrivederci.
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Introduce Yourself
Learn to introduce yourself in Italian: say your name, where you're from, and ask the other person. Includes a reusable pattern and regional notes.
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Basic Vowel Sounds
Learn the five Italian vowel sounds, hear how e and è differ, and use travel phrases with clear pronunciation guidance.
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Responding to Greetings
Learn to answer Italian greetings with short, natural replies: ciao, buongiorno, salve, come stai, parli italiano, and auguri. Get patterns, register tips, and practice.
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Using Excuse Me
Learn to say excuse me in Italian with scusi and scusa. Get pronunciation, formal and informal use, polite interruption, and how to address someone as signore or signora.
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Asking Yes/No Questions
Learn to ask simple Italian yes/no questions and reply naturally with sì, no, and common alternatives like certo and va bene.
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Counting 1 to 10
Learn Italian numbers uno through dieci, pronounce them clearly, and use them to count fingers, coins, and other everyday items in simple sentences.
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Responding to Apologies
Learn to accept an apology in Italian with nessun problema, figurati, tranquillo and other natural replies, from formal to slang, with register notes and a short dialogue.
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Basic Consonant Sounds
Learn to identify and produce common Italian consonant sounds, with a focus on distinguishing similar pairs like p and b, t and d, and k and g.
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Asking How to Pronounce a Word
Ask how to pronounce an Italian word and repeat it back to confirm. Learn key phrases like 'Come si pronuncia?' and 'Così?' with clear pronunciation guides.
First Bites: Essential Food Basics
10 lessons- 11
Name Common Foods
Learn 10 common Italian food words and practice saying 'I eat ___' and 'I like ___' with correct articles and verb forms.
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Express Basic Tastes
Learn to describe the inherent taste of food in Italian with 'Questo è...' and 'Ha un sapore...', using the five basic taste words accurately.
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State Food Preferences
Learn the Italian verb piacere to express food preferences: mi piace, mi piacciono, non mi piace, and how to use them with common foods.
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Order at a Cafe
Learn to order a drink in Italian, request a size or option, and ask the price politely with a realistic bar exchange and pronunciation help.
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Ask for the Bill
Learn to end a meal in Italian: ask for il conto, request it politely, and ask whether you can pay by card, with informal and formal patterns.
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Identify Meal Times
Learn the four main Italian meal names and the typical times Italians eat them, with pronunciation and polite phrases for saying when you eat.
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Say What You Eat for Breakfast
Learn to say what you eat and drink for breakfast in Italian using the pattern 'A colazione, mangio...' and 'bevo...', with common breakfast foods and drinks.
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Ask Someone Their Favorite Food
Learn to ask others Qual è il tuo cibo preferito? and answer naturally with common Italian foods, the verb piacere, and possessives.
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Express Hunger and Thirst
Learn to express hunger and thirst in Italian with avere expressions, ask others, and use correct forms for each person.
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Name Common Drinks
Learn six common Italian drink words and the pattern 'bevo ___' (I drink ___), with pronunciation, gender, and polite ordering phrases.
Getting Around: Basic Transport
10 lessons- 21
Buying a Single Ticket
Learn to ask for and buy a single (one-way) local transport ticket in Italian, with polite phrases, prices, and a realistic ticket-office dialogue.
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Buying a Return Ticket
Learn to ask for a round-trip ticket in Italian, add return date and time, and handle a simple ticket-buying exchange at the station.
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Asking the Price of a Ticket
Learn to ask 'Quanto costa un biglietto per...?' in Italian, understand the answer, and check prices for trains, buses and museums without buying anything.
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Asking About Departure Time
Learn to ask what time the next bus or train leaves in Italian, understand schedule responses, and distinguish departure from arrival questions.
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Asking About Arrival Time
Learn to ask what time a bus or train arrives in Italian, use the verb arrivare, and talk about how long a journey takes.
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Finding the Platform
Learn to ask 'Da quale binario parte il treno per...?' and understand platform numbers at Italian train stations, with pronunciation and a realistic dialogue.
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Asking for the Next Stop
Learn to ask what the next stop is in Italian, understand stop names, and check whether you have arrived. Includes polite questions for staff and a realistic bus dialogue.
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Asking to Be Notified of Your Stop
Learn to say 'Can you tell me when to get off?' in Italian, understand the driver's confirmation, and use polite requests for assistance on buses, trams, and trains.
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Buying a Metro Ticket
Learn to ask for a metro ticket in Italian, understand zone and fare options, and handle a ticket-machine or ticket-window exchange at beginner level.
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Asking for a Taxi
Learn to request a taxi in Italian by phone or at a taxi stand, say where you are going, and understand the estimated arrival time.
Foundations of Social Interaction
10 lessons- 31
Greeting Friends Casually
Learn relaxed Italian greetings like Ciao, Ehi, and Come va? for friends and peers, and how they change with the time of day.
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Introducing Yourself Socially
Learn to say your name, where you're from, and one interest in Italian with friendly, casual phrases. Perfect for beginners making personal introductions.
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Asking Basic Personal Questions
Learn to ask someone's age, work, and where they are from in Italian. Get polite tu/Lei forms, open-ended follow-ups, and a natural dialogue to start conversations.
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Responding to 'How Are You?'
Learn to answer 'Come stai?' in Italian with varied, natural replies like 'Sto bene' and 'Tutto bene', and return the question in casual conversation.
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Saying Goodbye in Social Settings
Learn relaxed Italian farewells like Ci vediamo and Ci sentiamo, and practise leaving a gathering politely without sounding formal or abrupt.
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Expressing Thanks Casually
Learn informal Italian ways to say thanks, like 'Grazie mille!' and 'Ti ringrazio', for small favors among friends. Understand the friendly tone and contractions that differ from formal thanks.
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Apologizing to Friends
Learn brief, casual Italian apologies for minor issues like being late or small mistakes, and how to accept apologies naturally.
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Giving Compliments to Peers
Learn to give sincere, specific compliments in Italian: appearance, skills, and possessions. Master 'sei molto bella' and related patterns, and accept compliments naturally.
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Inviting a Friend to Hang Out
Learn to invite someone casually in Italian with ti va di uscire, propose coffee or a weekend plan, and understand when to use chiedere un appuntamento for a more formal date.
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Accepting and Declining Invitations
Learn to say yes warmly and no politely to informal invitations in Italian, with a short reason if needed.
First Encounters: Polite Basics
10 lessons- 41
Formal vs. Informal Greetings
Learn when to use buongiorno, buonasera, salve, ciao and piacere in Italian, with pronunciation, a workplace dialogue and practice choosing the right register.
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Introducing Yourself: Name and Basic Info
Learn to introduce yourself in Italian with formal and informal variations: state your name, where you are from, and respond politely when someone introduces themselves.
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Asking Someone's Name Politely
Learn to ask someone's name politely in Italian with come ti chiami and come si chiama. Understand formal vs informal address, and use these phrases to call a girl or anyone.
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Saying Please and Thank You
Learn to use per favore, grazie, and their formal variants correctly in everyday Italian, with responses to thanks and common mistakes to avoid.
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Apologizing for Simple Mistakes
Learn scusa, scusi, mi dispiace and non volevo to apologize in Italian for bumping into someone or arriving late, with formal and informal responses.
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Using 'Excuse Me' to Get Attention
Hear Scusi and Scusa in Italian and compare formal and informal address. Practise asking a question or asking to pass, with pronunciation and recorded examples.
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Polite and Casual Requests
Learn to ask for things in Italian using potrei avere, vorrei, and posso avere. Understand how these forms differ in politeness and when to use each.
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Responding to Thanks
Learn the natural Italian replies to grazie and prego, from formal prego to friendly figurati, with pronunciation, register tips, and a short dialogue.
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Saying Goodbye: Formal and Informal
Learn Italian farewell expressions for different contexts, from formal 'Arrivederci' to casual 'Ci vediamo'. Choose the right one based on relationship and setting.
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Small Talk About the Weather
Learn to start and keep a brief, polite conversation about the weather in Italian, with common phrases, responses, and cultural tips.
Building Simple Sentences
10 lessons- 51
Subject-Verb-Object Order
Learn to build simple Italian statements with subject, verb, and object, and see how they differ from questions.
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Using This, That, These, Those
Learn to use questo and quello to point out people and things near and far in Italian, with correct forms and pronunciation.
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Plural Nouns Basics
Learn when to use il or lo for masculine singular nouns, and li or la for plural and feminine forms. Master regular plural endings and avoid common article mistakes.
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There Is / There Are
Learn to use c'è and ci sono to state that something exists or is present in Italian, with singular and plural forms, questions, and negatives.
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Have and Has for Possession
Learn to use the Italian verb avere (to have) with different subjects: ho, hai, ha, abbiamo, avete, hanno. Build simple sentences about what people own or have.
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Question Words: Who, What, Where
Learn to form Italian information questions with chi, che cosa, and dove plus simple verbs, and see how they differ from yes/no questions.
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Short Answers: Yes, I Do
Learn to answer Italian yes/no questions with short replies using fare, essere, avere and modal verbs, instead of repeating the whole sentence.
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Adjective Word Order
Learn the usual order of Italian adjectives before a noun, from opinion and size to age and color, with clear examples and practice.
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Prepositions of Time: In, On, At
Learn how to say 'at 7 p.m.', 'on Monday', and 'in July' in Italian using the correct prepositions for times, days, and dates.
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Possessive 's and Of
Learn to express possession in Italian using 'di' phrases, equivalent to English 's and 'of'. Understand how to say 'Maria's bag' and 'the end of the film'.
Everyday Eating: Simple Requests and Choices
10 lessons- 61
Request a Specific Food Item
Learn to say 'I would like water' in Italian with vorrei and ask for takeaway with da portare via. Includes polite patterns, examples, and practice.
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Ask for More Food
Learn to ask for more of something or another portion in Italian using 'Ancora ___, per favore' and 'Posso avere un altro ___?', with polite restaurant and home-dinner examples.
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Decline Food Politely
Learn to refuse food politely in Italian using 'No, grazie' or 'Sono pieno/a', and understand when to use each in social situations.
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Ask About Ingredients
Learn to ask what's inside a dish and whether it contains a specific ingredient in Italian, with common food vocabulary and polite questions.
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Express Simple Dietary Needs
Learn the Italian pattern non mangio to state personal food restrictions for meat, dairy and nuts, and see how it differs from asking what is in a dish.
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Choose Between Two Options
Learn to choose between two foods in Italian using 'Prendo il/la ___' and 'Preferisco ___', with polite alternatives and regional notes.
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Ask for a Recommendation
Learn to ask for recommendations in Italian, focusing on seeking advice rather than ordering directly. Perfect for beginners.
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Describe a Simple Dish
Learn beginner Italian adjectives for describing food's overall qualities, with pronunciation, agreement rules, and a short café dialogue.
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Ask for Utensils
Learn to ask for cutlery and table items in Italian using Posso avere...? and common polite alternatives, with pronunciation and regional notes.
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Say Something Is Missing
Learn to tell staff that something is missing from your order in Italian using 'Non ho ricevuto...' and related phrases, focusing on correcting an error rather than asking for more.
Accommodation Basics
10 lessons- 71
Booking a Hotel Room
Learn beginner Italian for reserving a hotel room: say "Vorrei prenotare una camera per due notti," name room types, and give dates and guests politely.
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Asking About Room Availability
Learn to ask 'Do you have any rooms available?' in Italian and understand yes/no responses. This lesson focuses on polite inquiries at hotels or B&Bs, without booking.
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Asking for the Room Key
Learn to request your room key or key card in Italian, say 'Can I have the key to room 205?' and understand key card instructions at check-in.
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Asking About Check-Out Time
Learn to ask 'What time is check-out?' in Italian, understand check-out policies, and reply to staff questions at hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses.
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Asking for Extra Towels
Learn to ask for extra towels in Italian using 'Potrei avere due asciugamani in più?' and understand the response about delivery.
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Reporting a Problem in the Room
Learn to report a broken AC or missing hot water in Italian, say 'The air conditioning isn't working,' and ask when a repair will happen.
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Asking About Breakfast Included
Learn to ask if breakfast is included at an Italian hotel, understand times and options, and handle replies politely.
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Asking for a Wake-Up Call
Learn to request a hotel wake-up call in Italian: ask for a sveglia at a specific time, confirm it, and distinguish it from a phone alarm.
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Asking to Store Luggage
Learn beginner Italian phrases to ask if you can store your bags at a hotel or left-luggage office, and to understand when and where to pick them up.
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Extending Your Stay
Learn to ask to stay an extra night in Italian, check availability, and handle responses politely. Ideal for extending a hotel or guesthouse stay.
Everyday Social Conversations
10 lessons- 81
Talking About Hobbies
Learn to say what you're into in Italian, how often you do it, and ask friendly follow-up questions about hobbies like reading, sports, music, photography, and gaming.
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Sharing Weekend Plans
Learn to talk about your own upcoming weekend activities in Italian using the future tense, without inviting others.
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Discussing Favorite Music
Learn to express music preferences in Italian with mi piace, amo and essere un fan, then compare tastes with a friend in a natural conversation.
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Talking About Favorite Foods
Learn to say what you love, like, tolerate or avoid in Italian, and chat naturally about eating out using mi piace, adoro, non sopporto and more.
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Describing Your Family
Learn to say who is in your family in Italian, using avere and possessive adjectives like mio, mia, miei and mie.
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Asking About a Friend's Family
Learn to ask 'Do you have siblings?' and 'What do your parents do?' in Italian, using question forms to show interest in others' families.
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Talking About Pets
Learn to ask 'Posso accarezzarlo?' and talk about your pets in Italian. This beginner lesson covers pet vocabulary, polite requests, and a natural conversation.
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Expressing Likes and Dislikes
Learn to say what you like, love, enjoy, dislike and hate in Italian using piacere, with reasons and correct singular and plural forms.
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Talking About Daily Routine
Learn to say what you do every day in Italian using the present simple and common time expressions like 'alle 7' and 'poi'.
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Discussing Weather as Small Talk
Learn to make small talk about the weather in Italian: comment on the day, agree, and extend the conversation naturally.
Everyday Politeness: Requests and Responses
10 lessons- 91
Asking for Help Politely
Learn beginner Italian phrases to ask strangers for directions and friends for favors, using polite forms like scusi, per favore, and potresti.
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Offering Help Appropriately
Learn to offer help in Italian with formal and informal phrases like Posso aiutarla? and Fammi sapere se ti serve qualcosa, plus polite ways to accept or respond when your offer is declined.
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Making Suggestions Politely
Learn beginner-friendly Italian phrases for suggesting plans politely, softening ideas, and responding to someone else's suggestion with warmth and flexibility.
- 94
Accepting and Declining Invitations
Learn beginner-level Italian phrases to accept or decline invitations politely, with formal and informal options and ways to soften a refusal.
- 95
Extending Invitations
Learn to invite someone to an event or activity in Italian politely, using formal and informal phrases and handling tentative responses.
- 96
Giving Compliments
Learn to give sincere, culturally appropriate compliments in Italian about appearance, work, and possessions, with polite patterns and register tips.
- 97
Receiving Compliments
Learn beginner-friendly Italian replies to compliments, from simple grazie to modest deflections and polite returns, with formal and informal variations.
- 98
Apologizing for Being Late
Learn to apologize for lateness in Italian with formal and informal phrases, explanations, and remedies for social and professional contexts.
- 99
Expressing Gratitude Beyond 'Thank You'
Learn to express sincere thanks in Italian beyond basic grazie. Master phrases for appreciating someone's time and for being informed, with formal and informal options.
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Polite Disagreement
Learn beginner-level Italian phrases to disagree gently in conversation, including 'Capisco il tuo punto, ma...' and 'Non sono sicuro di essere d'accordo,' while keeping the tone friendly and respectful.
Everyday Interactions
10 lessons- 101
Asking About Someone's Day
Learn to ask "Com'è andata la giornata?" and answer with short, natural details like "Impegnativa, ma buona" in everyday Italian conversation.
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Showing You Are Listening
Learn short Italian backchannel phrases like 'Capisco', 'Davvero?', and 'Eh già' to show you're paying attention in conversation. Beginner level.
- 103
Telling Time and Schedules
Learn to say clock times and schedule events with a, da and fino a, and finally understand when to use ora versus adesso in everyday Italian.
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Expressing Preference: Would Rather
Learn to express preferences between options using 'preferire' and its conditional form 'preferirei', equivalent to English 'prefer' and 'would rather'.
- 105
Asking Permission: May I?
Learn to ask 'May I' and 'Can I' in Italian with posso and potrei, including polite permission requests like 'Posso aprire la finestra?'
- 106
Accepting and Declining Help
Learn to respond politely when someone offers you help in Italian. Accept with 'Molto gentile, grazie' or decline with 'Sto bene, grazie'.
- 107
Understanding Directions
Learn to understand simple spoken Italian directions using a sinistra, a destra, and sempre dritto, so you can follow what someone tells you on the street.
- 108
Describing Temperature
Learn Italian temperature expressions like 'Fa freddo' and 'Ci sono 30 gradi' to say exactly how hot, cold, warm, or cool it is.
- 109
Asking About Feelings
Learn to ask how someone is feeling in Italian with stai bene, tutto ok, and more. Understand when to use stare vs essere for states, location, and emotions.
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Making Excuses to Leave
Learn beginner-friendly Italian phrases to politely end a conversation or leave a gathering, using clear reasons like work, tiredness, or an early appointment.
Shopping and Storing: Basic Groceries
10 lessons- 111
Name Common Groceries
Learn Italian shopping-list words for milk, eggs, bread, fruit, and vegetables, and use the pattern 'Devo comprare ___' to say what you need to buy.
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Ask Where an Item Is in the Store
Learn to ask where an item is located in an Italian grocery store using Dove posso trovare...?, Dove si trova...?, and polite follow-up questions.
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Ask for a Quantity
Learn to ask for specific quantities in Italian using di plus a container or unit, such as un chilo di mele or mezzo litro d'acqua.
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Understand the Price
Learn to ask the price of a single item in Italian using 'Quanto costa?' and 'Quanto viene?', and understand common responses like 'Costa dieci euro' or 'Sono cinque euro'.
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Pay at the Market
Learn beginner Italian phrases to ask prices, pay in cash or by card, and check your change at a market stall, with polite forms and regional notes.
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Ask for a Sample
Learn to ask "Can I try ___?" at an Italian market using posso assaggiare, with polite forms, quantities, and market dialogue.
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Compare Two Items
Learn to compare items while shopping in Italian: say 'this one is cheaper, bigger, fresher' using questo/quello and comparative adjectives.
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Ask About Freshness
Learn to ask about freshness and picking dates in Italian using è fresco, appena raccolto, quando è stato raccolto and related questions for markets and shops.
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Request a Bag
Learn to ask for a bag or box at Italian shops using 'Posso avere un sacchetto?' and related packaging phrases, with polite alternatives and regional notes.
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Say You Are Just Looking
Learn how to reply 'I'm just looking, thanks' in Italian when a shop assistant asks 'Can I help you?', with polite phrases, pronunciation and a short shopping dialogue.
Navigating the City
10 lessons- 121
Asking for Directions
Learn to ask for the station in Italian, understand left, right, and straight, and ask for repetition with clear pronunciation and regional notes.
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Asking If It Is Far
Learn to ask 'È lontano da qui?' in Italian, understand time estimates like 'a piedi' and 'in macchina', and ask how long it takes to get somewhere.
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Asking for Landmarks
Learn to ask 'Qual è un buon punto di riferimento vicino alla stazione?' and understand the answer, so you can orient yourself in an Italian city.
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Asking Which Bus to Take
Learn to ask 'Quale autobus va alla spiaggia?' in Italian, name destinations, and understand bus numbers and route answers at beginner level.
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Asking About Walking Distance
Learn to ask 'Can I walk there?' in Italian, understand answers about walking time, and combine this with distance questions for getting around town.
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Asking for a Map
Learn to request a city map in Italian, ask for a specific type, and understand simple directions for using it.
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Asking How to Get to the Airport
Learn to ask 'What's the best way to the airport?' in Italian and understand options like train, bus, and taxi.
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Asking for the Nearest Metro Station
Learn to ask 'Dov'è la stazione della metropolitana più vicina?' in Italian and understand simple walking directions to reach it.
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Asking If There Is a Shuttle
Learn to ask if there's a shuttle to your hotel, understand schedules, and get key information in Italian. Perfect for travelers.
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Asking for a Taxi Stand
Learn to ask 'Dove posso trovare un taxi?' in Italian, understand the answer, and find a taxi stand politely in any Italian city.
Building Social Connections
10 lessons- 131
Making Plans with Friends
Learn to invite someone in Italian, propose a time, accept or politely decline, and finalize plans with clear, polite phrases and a model dialogue.
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Suggesting Activities
Learn beginner Italian ways to propose ideas with 'Che ne dici di...' and 'Potremmo...', plus the friendly invitation 'Andiamo a...'.
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Agreeing on Arrangements
Learn to agree to proposed plans in Italian using 'Per me va bene' and 'Mi sta bene', and understand how this differs from accepting an invitation.
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Politely Declining Plans
Learn polite Italian phrases to decline invitations when making plans, offer alternatives, and keep relationships friendly. Beginner level.
- 135
Rescheduling a Meetup
Learn to apologize and reschedule in Italian with phrases like 'Possiamo spostare a domenica?' and 'Mi è sorto un impegno,' including polite tu/Lei forms.
- 136
Asking for a Favor
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask for favors and borrow notes, with pronunciation and cultural tips for beginner learners.
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Offering Help to a Friend
Learn beginner-friendly Italian phrases to offer help and respond to offers, with pronunciation, dialogue, and cultural tips.
- 138
Sharing Good News
Learn to announce positive personal news in Italian, like getting a job or moving, and respond with excitement using natural phrases and the passato prossimo.
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Responding to Good News
Learn to respond with enthusiasm to someone's good news in Italian and ask follow-up questions to show you care.
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Showing Sympathy
Learn Italian phrases to comfort someone after bad news, express sympathy, and offer help, with pronunciation and usage tips for beginners.
Social Niceties: Dining and Visiting
10 lessons- 141
Basic Table Manners Phrases
Learn polite Italian table phrases: Buon appetito, asking someone to pass the salt, and simple compliments or requests during a meal.
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Being a Guest: Complimenting the Host
Learn beginner Italian phrases to compliment your host's food and hospitality, including "È delizioso," "Grazie dell'ospitalità" and "Grazie per avermi invitato," with pronunciation and usage notes.
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Hosting Guests: Welcoming and Offering
Learn beginner Italian phrases to welcome guests into your home and politely offer them something to eat or drink, with pronunciation and usage notes.
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Toasting and Celebrations
"Auguri" is used for celebrations like birthdays and holidays, not as a toast. Learn to say "Cin cin!" or "Alla salute!" and respond naturally at parties and dinners.
- 145
Excusing Yourself from the Table
Learn beginner-level Italian phrases to excuse yourself during a meal or thank your host at the end, with pronunciation, register and a short dialogue.
- 146
Complimenting Someone's Home
Learn beginner-friendly Italian phrases to compliment a host's home warmly and politely, including 'La tua casa è molto bella' and softer alternatives.
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Bringing a Gift: Phrases for Giving
Learn beginner-friendly Italian phrases for handing a gift to a host, including 'Questo è per te' and 'Spero che ti piaccia', with pronunciation and polite usage tips.
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Receiving a Gift Politely
Learn beginner Italian phrases for accepting a gift with warmth and good manners, including how to say 'you shouldn't have' and 'thank you so much.'
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Saying Goodbye After a Visit
Learn to say goodbye warmly in Italian after visiting someone's home, and wish others a pleasant stay or a great time with phrases like buon soggiorno, buon divertimento, and divertiti.
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Small Talk at Parties
Learn beginner Italian phrases to open light conversation about weather, food, and interests, keep it going, and exit politely at parties and other social events.
Expanding Tenses and Structures
10 lessons- 151
Past Tense Questions with Did
Learn to ask past tense questions in Italian using the passato prossimo, equivalent to English 'Did you call him?' Focus on question formation with intonation and subject inversion.
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Past Tense Negatives with Didn't
Learn to form negative past sentences in Italian using 'non' with the passato prossimo, equivalent to English 'didn't' plus base verb.
- 153
Future Time Expressions
Learn to say tomorrow, next week and soon in Italian and combine them with future forms, so you can make real plans like Ci vediamo la settimana prossima.
- 154
Offers and Promises with Will
Learn to use the Italian future tense to make offers, promises, and instant decisions, focusing on commitment rather than prediction.
- 155
Present Continuous vs. Simple Present
Learn to use the Italian present tense to distinguish between actions happening now and habitual actions, with clear examples and practice.
- 156
As...As Equality Comparisons
Learn to say 'as tall as' and 'not as tall as' in Italian using così... come and tanto... quanto, with clear examples and practice.
- 157
Asking for Permission with Can
Learn to ask for and give permission in Italian using 'potere' (can). Practice polite requests like 'Posso prendere la tua penna?' and replies like 'Certo' or 'Mi dispiace, no'.
- 158
Have To for Obligation
Learn to say what you have to do in Italian using dovere plus the infinitive, focusing on external obligations like work, appointments and deadlines.
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Adverbs of Degree
Learn to express intensity in Italian with molto, abbastanza, davvero and un po', and see how they differ from frequency adverbs like sempre and spesso.
- 160
Reflexive Pronouns: Myself, Yourself
Learn Italian reflexive pronouns (mi, ti, si, ci, vi) for actions where the subject and object are the same person, and see how they differ from object pronouns.
Cooking Basics: Following Simple Recipes
10 lessons- 161
Name Common Cooking Actions
Learn Italian verbs for cooking actions and build simple sentences like 'I chop the onions' and 'I boil the pasta' with correct articles and present-tense endings.
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List Ingredients for a Recipe
Learn to list ingredients for a simple dish in Italian using 'Prima, mi serve' and 'Prima, mi servono', with correct articles and plural forms.
- 163
Follow Simple Recipe Steps
Learn Italian sequence words like prima, poi, dopo and infine to give clear step-by-step instructions in everyday situations.
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Ask How to Cook Something
Learn to ask how a dish is cooked in Italian and understand short, practical answers about ingredients, methods, and cooking times.
- 165
Express Cooking Preference
Learn to say mi piace cucinare and non mi piace cucinare, and understand why this pattern differs from liking a specific food.
- 166
Ask for a Recipe
Learn to request a recipe in Italian using 'Mi puoi dare la ricetta?' and similar phrases. Focus on written or shared instructions, not cooking methods.
- 167
Describe What You Are Cooking
Learn to say what dish you are making in Italian with sto preparando and sto facendo, name the dish, and add simple details about its ingredients and style.
- 168
Ask About Cooking Time
Learn to ask and answer how long something takes in Italian using quanto tempo, ci vuole/ci vogliono, and common duration expressions like un'ora and mezz'ora.
- 169
Say You Made a Mistake
Learn to admit two common cooking errors in Italian: ho bruciato il riso and ho messo troppo sale, with passato prossimo, troppo/troppa, and polite kitchen reactions.
- 170
Compliment Someone's Cooking
Learn elementary Italian phrases to compliment food and the person who made it, including pronunciation, polite register, and a short dinner-table dialogue.
Sightseeing Essentials
10 lessons- 171
Buying a Museum Ticket
Learn to buy a museum ticket in Italian, ask for adult, student, or senior fares, and understand discounts with clear phrases and a dialogue.
- 172
Asking About Opening Hours
Learn to ask 'A che ora apre?' and 'A che ora chiude?', request the opening hours, and understand the last entry time before you buy tickets in Italy.
- 173
Asking for a Guided Tour
Learn to ask 'C'è una visita guidata in inglese?' and understand tour times in Italian, while keeping guided tours distinct from audio guides.
- 174
Asking About Photography Rules
Learn to ask whether photography is allowed in Italian, understand common site restrictions, and respond politely when a guard or staff member says no.
- 175
Asking for the Audio Guide
Learn to ask 'Do you have an audio guide in Spanish?' in Italian, understand rental terms like noleggio and cauzione, and distinguish an audio guide from a guided tour.
- 176
Asking About Discounts
Learn to ask 'C'è uno sconto studenti?' and similar questions to get price reductions in Italian.
- 177
Asking for the Restroom
Learn to ask 'Dov'è il bagno?' in Italian, understand common restroom signs, and use polite alternatives in museums, cafes, and other public places.
- 178
Asking About Souvenirs
Learn to ask 'Where can I buy souvenirs?' in Italian and understand common shop names and directions. Perfect for elementary learners.
- 179
Asking for a Recommendation
Learn to ask Italians what they recommend seeing and understand their suggestions, using consigliare, vedere and related phrases at elementary level.
- 180
Asking About Combo Tickets
Learn to ask if a combined ticket exists for several museums or sites in Italian, understand the answer, and ask about savings. Elementary level, with pronunciation and a sample dialogue.
Navigating Social Situations
10 lessons- 181
Joining a Group Conversation
Learn to enter an ongoing Italian conversation politely, ask what people are discussing, and contribute naturally when several speakers are involved.
- 182
Changing the Conversation Topic
Learn to change the subject naturally in Italian with a proposito, comunque, and other transition phrases. Includes examples, dialogue, and practice.
- 183
Interrupting Politely
Learn elementary Italian phrases to cut in politely when you must speak immediately, using scusa/se permetti plus a clear reason, and see how this differs from simply changing the topic.
- 184
Ending a Conversation Gracefully
Learn elementary Italian phrases for ending a conversation politely, giving a reason, and suggesting you meet again later, with notes on register and regional use.
- 185
Handling a Misunderstanding
Learn to say you didn't catch something, ask for a rephrase, apologize that your Italian isn't good, and say you're still learning with polite, natural phrases.
- 186
Apologizing for a Mistake
Learn to say 'I'm really sorry, it was my fault' in Italian and make amends for serious errors with formal and informal phrases.
- 187
Accepting an Apology
Learn elementary Italian phrases to accept an apology, say it's okay, and move on, with pronunciation, a dialogue, and practice.
- 188
Giving Advice to a Friend
Learn supportive Italian phrases to suggest ideas gently: forse dovresti, hai pensato di, perché non, and more, with pronunciation and usage tips.
- 189
Asking for Advice
Learn to ask for opinions and advice in Italian using 'Cosa faresti?' and 'Hai qualche consiglio?', and explain your situation without requesting a favor.
- 190
Expressing Disagreement Politely
Learn elementary Italian phrases to disagree respectfully, such as 'Capisco il tuo punto, però...' and 'Non sono sicuro di essere d'accordo', while keeping the conversation friendly.
Everyday Indirectness: Softening and Hinting
10 lessons- 191
Softening Requests with 'Could'
Learn to soften Italian requests with the conditional potresti and potreste, and see how they differ from direct imperative and present-tense forms.
- 192
Using 'Maybe' to Soften Statements
Learn to use Italian forse and magari to make suggestions and opinions sound less direct, with elementary-level examples, pronunciation and a short dialogue.
- 193
Indirect Questions for Asking Directions
Learn to ask where places are in Italian using polite indirect questions like 'Sa dirmi dov'è la stazione?' instead of blunt direct questions.
- 194
Hinting Instead of Asking Directly
Learn to hint at needs in Italian without direct requests, using soft observations like 'Fa un po' freddo qui' to mean 'Please close the window.'
- 195
Polite Refusals with Hesitation
Learn to say no gently in Italian using hesitation markers like 'Mah, non sono sicuro...' to soften refusals without sounding rude.
- 196
Expressing Uncertainty
Learn elementary Italian phrases for expressing uncertainty and avoiding strong claims, with pronunciation, a dialogue, and common mistakes to avoid.
- 197
Softening Disagreement with 'I Think'
Learn to use 'penso che' and 'credo che' with the subjunctive to politely disagree in Italian, saying 'I think that might not work' without sounding harsh.
- 198
Making Suggestions with 'Why Don't We'
Learn the Italian phrase 'Perché non...?' to make polite suggestions, compare it with direct suggestions, and practise a short dialogue at elementary level.
- 199
Indirect Complaints
Learn to make indirect, polite complaints in Italian using softening words like 'un po'' and 'un pochino', so you can say 'The music is a bit loud' instead of 'Turn it down.'
- 200
Responding to Indirect Requests
Learn to recognize indirect hints in Italian and respond helpfully with natural phrases like 'Ti aiuto io?' and 'Ci penso io.'
Connecting Ideas
10 lessons- 201
Using So and Because
Learn to link Italian clauses with perché (because) for reasons and quindi (so/therefore) for results, moving beyond simple and/but/or conjunctions.
- 202
Using Although and However
Learn the real difference between ma and però in Italian, plus how to build contrast sentences with anche se and however-style connectors at elementary level.
- 203
Before and After in Time Clauses
Learn to connect two events in Italian using dopo che (after) and prima che (before) with the congiuntivo, plus the infinitive patterns prima di and dopo.
- 204
Using For + Noun for Purpose
Learn to say what something is for in Italian using per + noun or per + infinitive, and see how it differs from English 'to' purpose clauses.
- 205
Responding to Suggestions
Learn to respond to Italian suggestions with phrases like Buona idea! and Magari un'altra volta, using polite, natural register.
- 206
Showing Strong Agreement
Learn Italian phrases for strong agreement, from 'Assolutamente!' to 'Non potrei essere più d'accordo', with pronunciation and usage tips.
- 207
Asking for Clarification
Learn to ask what someone means in Italian when a statement is unclear, using phrases like 'Cosa vuoi dire?' and 'In che senso?' to check meaning, not opinion.
- 208
Expressing Certainty: Definitely
Learn to express strong certainty with 'sicuro', 'certamente', and 'senz'altro', and react with disbelief using 'ma dai', 'impossibile', and 'non ci credo'.
- 209
Using So Do I / Neither Do I
Master how to agree with positive and negative statements in Italian using 'anch'io' and 'neanch'io', focusing on verb inversion for emphasis.
- 210
Disagreeing with Respect
Learn Italian phrases to disagree politely by first acknowledging the other person's opinion, using expressions like 'Capisco il tuo punto, ma...' and 'Vero, però...'.
Dining Out: Restaurants and Menus
10 lessons- 211
Make a Restaurant Reservation
Learn to book a table in Italian by phone or in person: say 'Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per due alle sette' and handle common replies.
- 212
Ask for a Table
Learn to request a table for a specific number of people in Italian when you arrive without a reservation, including polite formulas, numbers, and common replies.
- 213
Understand Menu Sections
Learn to recognize Italian menu sections: antipasti, primi, secondi, contorni, dolci, bevande. Understand how a full Italian meal is structured and what each course includes.
- 214
Ask About the Daily Special
Learn to ask about today's special in Italian and understand the reply, including key phrases for dishes, prices, and ingredients.
- 215
Order a Full Meal
Learn to order a complete Italian meal in courses: antipasto, primo or secondo, and dolce, with phrases for each stage.
- 216
Ask for Food to Be Prepared Specially
Learn to express food preferences in Italian, such as 'No onions, please' and 'Extra sauce', with polite phrases for restaurants and shops.
- 217
Ask About Allergens
Learn to ask about nuts, dairy, and gluten in Italian and understand responses to manage food allergies safely.
- 218
Send Food Back Politely
Learn to say 'I ordered this without cheese' in Italian and politely ask a server to correct a dish that was prepared incorrectly.
- 219
Ask for the Check
Learn to request the bill and ask to split it in an Italian restaurant using polite phrases like 'Il conto, per favore' and 'Possiamo dividere?'.
- 220
Make a Toast
Learn standard Italian toasts like Salute! and Alla salute!, when to use each, and how to respond naturally at meals and celebrations.
Everyday Errands
10 lessons- 221
Buying a Stamp
Learn to ask for stamps for postcards at an Italian post office, say how many you need, and understand domestic versus international rates.
- 222
Asking for a Postcard
Learn to ask 'Dove posso comprare delle cartoline?' in Italian, understand the answer, and choose between tabaccherie, edicole and souvenir shops.
- 223
Withdrawing Money from an ATM
Learn elementary Italian to use a Bancomat, ask whether it accepts foreign cards, understand common screen prompts, and ask about withdrawal fees.
- 224
Exchanging Currency
Learn to say you want to exchange dollars for euros in Italian, ask about the exchange rate and commissions, and handle a bank or exchange office visit with confidence.
- 225
Buying a SIM Card
Learn to ask for a SIM card with data in Italian, understand mobile plans, and complete the purchase at a phone shop.
- 226
Asking for a Pharmacy
Learn to ask for the nearest pharmacy in Italian, understand opening hours, and handle a simple exchange at the counter using polite standard phrases.
- 227
Buying a Bottle of Water
Learn to ask for still or sparkling water in Italian with the key words naturale and frizzante, plus polite phrases for buying a bottle at a shop or kiosk.
- 228
Asking for a Supermarket
Learn to ask 'Is there a supermarket near here?' in Italian, understand location words, and find grocery stores with confidence.
- 229
Asking About Laundry Service
Learn to ask 'Is there a laundromat nearby?' in Italian, understand opening hours, and handle basic laundry needs with confidence.
- 230
Asking for a Haircut
Learn to say 'I'd like a haircut, please' in Italian, book an appointment, and handle basic salon requests with polite, standard phrases.
Social Life and Relationships
10 lessons- 231
Talking About Friendship
Learn to say a friend is always there for you and that you have been friends for years, using Italian present and present perfect forms for chosen relationships.
- 232
Describing Personality
Learn to describe character in Italian with essere plus adjectives, agree the adjective with the person, and compare people using più and meno.
- 233
Talking About Romantic Relationships
Learn to state your relationship status in Italian, ask others politely, and use the right vocabulary for romantic connections.
- 234
Expressing Affection
Learn Italian phrases for expressing deep affection to close ones, including mi manchi, ti voglio bene and tenere a te, with pronunciation and usage notes.
- 235
Talking About Common Interests
Learn elementary Italian to discover mutual interests: ask what someone likes, reply that you like it too, and invite them to do it together.
- 236
Making Small Talk at a Party
Learn light, natural Italian openers for talking to new people at parties and events, including how to ask how someone knows the host and comment on the music.
- 237
Introducing Friends to Each Other
Learn to introduce a friend in Italian with 'Ti presento il mio amico Sam' and similar phrases, and understand how it differs from introducing yourself.
- 238
Talking About Social Events
Learn to say 'The wedding was beautiful' and 'I had fun at the party' in Italian using the passato prossimo, with key vocabulary for celebrations and reactions.
- 239
Expressing Gratitude for an Invitation
Learn Italian phrases for thanking a host after a meal or stay, including 'Grazie per avermi invitato' and follow-up messages, with pronunciation and register notes.
- 240
Handling a Social Mistake
Learn elementary Italian phrases to apologize for social blunders, not serious mistakes, and move on gracefully with "che figura", "scusa", and "non volevo".
Everyday Humor and Irony
10 lessons- 241
Understanding Sarcasm: Basics
Learn to identify sarcasm in Italian by noticing contradictions between words, tone, and situation. Understand common ironic phrases like 'Che bella giornata!' during a storm.
- 242
Using Irony in Compliments
Learn to use Italian ironic compliments like Bravo! and Che talento! to tease friends playfully after small failures, with pronunciation and register notes.
- 243
Self-Deprecating Humor
Learn to say things like 'I'm always late' in Italian to build rapport through gentle self-deprecating humor, without ever mocking other people.
- 244
Playful Exaggeration
Learn five everyday Italian hyperboles for casual talk, with pronunciation, a short dialogue and tips on when exaggeration sounds friendly rather than rude.
- 245
Responding to Jokes
Learn elementary Italian responses to jokes: genuine laughter, mild amusement, and polite chuckles, with register and regional notes.
- 246
Telling Simple Jokes
Learn the two-part structure of Italian jokes: the setup (premessa) and the punchline (battuta). Practice with clean, universal jokes.
- 247
Understanding Puns
Learn to spot Italian puns by noticing words with two meanings, sound-alike pairs, and jokes that turn on a single ambiguous word.
- 248
Using Understatement
Learn Italian understatement with words like un po', abbastanza and mica, so you can make dry, British-style jokes about freezing weather, terrible food and long queues.
- 249
Teasing Affectionately
Learn friendly Italian teasing for messy hair, late arrivals and small mishaps, using softeners like dai and scherzo, so the joke lands and the friendship stays intact.
- 250
Recognizing Humor in Texts
Learn to understand and use Italian written humor cues like ahah, lol, and emojis in texts and social media, with elementary grammar and clear pronunciation.
Describing and Narrating
10 lessons- 251
Describing Clothing
Learn to describe what people are wearing in Italian using clothing items and colors, with the verb indossare and adjective agreement.
- 252
Describing Moods
Learn to say how someone seems right now in Italian using sembrare, stare and common mood adjectives, and keep temporary states separate from permanent personality.
- 253
Asking About Past Events
Learn to ask what someone did, where they went, and how it was, using common Italian past-tense questions with avere and essere.
- 254
Using Ago and Last
Learn to say when past events happened in Italian using 'fa' (ago) and 'scorso' (last), with clear examples and practice.
- 255
Describing Rooms and Furniture
Say what is in a room and where it is, using c'è and ci sono, simple prepositions, and adjective agreement in Italian.
- 256
Telling an Anecdote
Learn to tell a brief personal anecdote in Italian with a clear punchline, using the passato prossimo and simple time markers.
- 257
Adverb Placement in Sentences
Learn to say 'all the time' in Italian with sempre and tutto il tempo, and discover where to place adverbs of manner, frequency and time in a sentence. Includes a dialogue and practice.
- 258
Used To for Past Habits
Learn when to use passato prossimo for completed events and imperfetto for habits, ongoing scenes, and states, with clear examples and a practical dialogue.
- 259
Making Arrangements with Present Continuous
Learn to use the Italian present continuous (stare + gerund) to talk about confirmed future arrangements, like 'I'm meeting Ana at six.'
- 260
Using While and During
Learn to describe simultaneous actions in Italian using 'mentre' and 'durante'. Understand when to use each and how they differ from sequential markers.
Dietary Needs and Preferences
10 lessons- 261
Explain a Vegetarian Diet
Learn to say 'Sono vegetariano/a' in Italian, name the foods you avoid, and answer common questions about your diet politely and clearly.
- 262
Explain a Vegan Diet
Learn to state you are vegan in Italian, ask whether dishes contain animal products, and name dairy, eggs, meat and fish so you can eat safely.
- 263
Explain Gluten-Free Needs
Learn to explain a gluten-free diet in Italian and ask whether a dish contains wheat, using clear elementary-level phrases for restaurants and shops.
- 264
Explain Allergies
Learn to state specific food allergies in Italian, focusing on immune reactions like peanuts, and distinguish from gluten-free dietary needs.
- 265
Ask If a Dish Is Suitable
Learn to ask whether a specific Italian dish is vegetarian or gluten-free, and understand the waiter's answer with confidence.
- 266
Request a Dietary Substitution
Learn to ask for a salad instead of fries in Italian, focusing on dietary needs and substitutions, not special preparation.
- 267
Explain Religious Dietary Rules
Learn to say you follow halal or kosher dietary rules in Italian, explain it's for religious reasons, and ask about food restrictions politely.
- 268
Ask About Ingredients in Detail
Learn to ask whether a dish contains a specific ingredient in Italian, understand the answer, and handle allergies or dislikes politely at restaurants and markets.
- 269
Explain a Food Intolerance
Learn to say you are lactose intolerant in Italian, describe digestive symptoms, and distinguish it from a milk allergy.
- 270
Discuss Dietary Choices
Learn to say what you choose to eat and why, using scelgo di mangiare... perché... and related elementary Italian patterns for reasons, not just needs.
Local Services
10 lessons- 271
Asking for a Doctor
Learn to say you need a doctor in Italian, ask for a clinic, and understand location directions. Practice key phrases for medical help.
- 272
Asking for a Police Station
Learn to ask 'Dov'è la questura?' or 'Dov'è il commissariato?' and understand simple directions to find the police in Italy.
- 273
Asking for a Post Office
Learn to ask 'Dov'è l'ufficio postale?' in Italian, understand opening hours, and buy stamps with confidence using polite, standard phrases.
- 274
Asking for a Bank
Learn to ask if there's a bank nearby, understand ATM locations, and use polite Italian phrases for banking services with clear pronunciation.
- 275
Asking for a Library
Learn to ask 'Dov'è la biblioteca?' in Italian, understand the answer, and ask whether the library has free Wi-Fi access.
- 276
Asking for a Gym
Learn to ask 'Is there a gym nearby?' in Italian, understand answers, and ask about day passes at fitness facilities using standard contemporary Italian.
- 277
Asking for a Swimming Pool
Learn to ask 'Dov'è la piscina?' in Italian, understand opening hours, and use polite phrases at a public swimming pool.
- 278
Asking for a Tourist Information Center
Learn to ask 'Dov'è l'ufficio turistico?' in Italian, understand the answer, and name the services a tourist office offers.
- 279
Asking for a Car Rental
Learn to ask where to rent a car in Italian, understand rental requirements, and handle the conversation at the rental desk with confidence.
- 280
Asking for a Bicycle Rental
Learn to ask 'Dove posso noleggiare una bici?' in Italian, understand rental prices, and handle a bike rental conversation with confidence.
Study and Professional Collaboration
10 lessons- 281
Discussing Study Habits
Learn to describe your study routines in Italian: making flashcards, studying in the morning, and sharing tips. Elementary level.
- 282
Forming a Study Group
Learn to invite a classmate to study together in Italian, agree on a time and place, and set simple study goals using clear elementary phrases.
- 283
Asking for Help with Homework
Learn to ask a teacher or classmate to explain an academic problem in Italian, using clear polite questions, the right vocabulary for subjects and exercises, and follow-up requests when you still do not understand.
- 284
Collaborating on a Project
Learn to split work on a shared project in Italian: propose a division of tasks, accept or adjust it, and agree on a deadline using the informal tu and the noi form.
- 285
Giving Feedback to a Peer
Learn gentle Italian phrases to suggest someone add more details to their work, using softeners like forse and potresti to keep feedback kind and collaborative.
- 286
Receiving Feedback
Learn to say 'Thanks, I'll work on that' in Italian, ask useful follow-up questions, and see how accepting criticism differs from accepting an apology.
- 287
Discussing Career Goals
Learn to talk about career aspirations and future plans in Italian using volere, the future tense, and expressions like ho intenzione di and punto a.
- 288
Networking at an Event
Learn to introduce yourself professionally in Italian, state your company, and exchange contact information in a business setting.
- 289
Scheduling a Meeting
Learn to schedule a work meeting in Italian: ask about availability, propose a day and time, and confirm the agenda using formal and informal language.
- 290
Participating in a Meeting
Learn to say 'I have a suggestion' and 'Can I add something?' in formal Italian, and respect turn-taking in structured discussions.
Media and Storytelling: Understanding Narratives
10 lessons- 291
Following a Story Sequence
Learn to identify the order of events in Italian short stories using time markers like prima, poi, and infine. Focus on comprehension, not storytelling.
- 292
Identifying the Main Idea in News
Learn to skim Italian news for the main point using question words, cognates, and simple headline patterns.
- 293
Understanding Headlines
Learn to decode Italian newspaper headlines by mastering common abbreviations, punctuation, and playful language typical of print media.
- 294
Telling a Simple Story
Learn to tell a simple personal story in Italian using the passato prossimo and clear time markers like prima, poi, and alla fine to sequence events.
- 295
Describing Characters in Stories
Learn essential Italian adjectives like 'coraggioso' and 'gentile' to describe story characters, with pronunciation and usage tips.
- 296
Understanding Plot Twists
Learn elementary Italian phrases to identify and react to surprise endings in short stories, focusing on plot twists without covering foreshadowing.
- 297
Summarizing a Story
Learn elementary Italian phrases and patterns to summarize a short story or article briefly, focusing on main points rather than detailed retelling.
- 298
Expressing Opinions About Media
Learn elementary Italian phrases to say whether you liked a movie or book and give one simple reason, using mi è piaciuto/a and perché.
- 299
Understanding Commercials
Learn elementary Italian phrases that help you identify what is being sold and what promise a TV or radio commercial makes.
- 300
Discussing TV Shows
Learn elementary Italian phrases to ask friends whether they have seen a TV show, say what you are watching, and share quick reactions in casual conversation.
Complex Sentences and Opinions
10 lessons- 301
Using Despite and In Spite Of
Learn to express contrast in Italian using nonostante and malgrado followed by a noun or an infinitive, distinct from the conjunction anche se.
- 302
Relative Clauses: Where and Whose
Learn to build Italian relative clauses with dove (where) for places and il cui / la cui (whose) for possession, with clear elementary-level examples and practice.
- 303
Agreeing with Opinions
Learn Italian phrases to agree with someone's opinion, including 'Sono d'accordo' and 'È vero', with pronunciation and dialogue.
- 304
Asking for Advice
Learn to ask for advice in Italian using cosa dovrei fare?, che cosa mi consigli?, and hai qualche suggerimento?, with a short dialogue and practice.
- 305
Talking About Probability
Learn to say what is likely, unlikely, or probably going to happen in Italian using probabile, improbabile, and probabilmente, with clear patterns and examples.
- 306
Using Unless
Learn to express negative conditions in Italian using 'a meno che non' to mean 'unless' or 'if not', with clear examples and a dialogue.
- 307
Verb + Object + Infinitive
Learn how Italian uses chiedere di and volere che with a second subject to say 'She asked me to wait' and 'I want you to come,' instead of a plain infinitive.
- 308
Gerunds as Subjects
Learn to use Italian infinitives (e.g., nuotare, leggere) as the subject of a sentence, as in 'Nuotare è un buon esercizio.' Focus on subject position, not infinitives after verbs.
- 309
Reported Questions
Learn to report yes/no questions with se and wh-questions with words like dove, quando and perché in elementary Italian.
- 310
Responding to Polite Requests
Learn to accept or refuse polite Italian requests using Potresti...?, with phrases like Certo, Volentieri, and Mi dispiace, ma... plus a short dialogue and practice.
Hosting and Being a Guest
10 lessons- 311
Invite Someone to Dinner
Learn to invite someone to dinner at your home in Italian, suggest a time, and respond to a home dinner invitation politely.
- 312
Accept a Dinner Invitation
Learn elementary Italian phrases to warmly accept an invitation, say you'd love to come, and ask what to bring, with pronunciation and polite register notes.
- 313
Decline a Dinner Invitation
Learn to turn down an invitation in Italian with polite phrases like 'Non posso, mi dispiace' and give a clear reason, using the right register for friends or formal situations.
- 314
Ask What to Bring
Learn to ask what to bring to an Italian meal or gathering, using posso, devo and portare to offer a contribution politely.
- 315
Offer Food to a Guest
Learn to ask 'Would you like some ___?' in Italian and politely encourage a guest to take more, with the key verb forms and object pronouns hosts actually use.
- 316
Compliment the Host
Learn to say 'Thank you for having me' in Italian and compliment the food as a guest, focusing on hospitality rather than the cooking itself.
- 317
Help with Hosting Tasks
Learn to offer help in Italian with 'Posso aiutarti?' and related phrases, distinguishing assistance from bringing food.
- 318
Say Goodbye After a Meal
Learn to thank your host and say goodbye in Italian using 'Grazie per la bella serata' and other polite farewell phrases for leaving a social gathering.
- 319
Discuss Dietary Needs as a Guest
Learn to explain dietary needs to an Italian host before your visit, using polite phrases and clear questions.
- 320
Bring a Gift for the Host
Learn to present flowers or wine in Italian using ti ho portato, with direct object pronouns, agreement, and polite alternatives for different situations.
Housing and Longer Stays
10 lessons- 321
Asking About Apartment Rental
Learn to ask 'Is this apartment available for a month?' in Italian and use key short-term rental vocabulary for bookings, bills and deposits.
- 322
Asking About Utilities Included
Learn to ask 'Are utilities included?' in Italian, name common bills, and understand extra rental costs with polite, standard phrases.
- 323
Asking About Furnished Apartment
Learn to ask 'È ammobiliato?' in Italian and find out exactly which furniture and appliances an apartment includes before you rent it.
- 324
Asking About Lease Length
Learn to ask "What's the minimum lease?" in Italian, understand answers about lease length, and discuss flexibility in rental contracts.
- 325
Asking About Deposit
Learn to ask "How much is the deposit?" in Italian, name the deposit (caparra or deposito cauzionale), and ask clear questions about refund conditions before you sign a rental contract.
- 326
Asking About Neighborhood Safety
Learn to ask 'Is this a safe area?' in Italian, understand common replies, and choose the right register for everyday safety questions.
- 327
Asking About Public Transport Nearby
Learn to ask 'Is there a metro station nearby?' in Italian, understand distance words, and check bus, tram and train access near an apartment.
- 328
Asking About Pets Allowed
Learn to ask whether pets are allowed in an Italian rental and understand common restrictions, using standard polite Italian with notes on regional usage.
- 329
Asking About Parking
Learn to ask 'Is parking included?' in Italian, understand parking facility vocabulary, and check options like garages, street parking and valet service.
- 330
Asking About Internet Speed
Learn to ask whether the internet is fast and reliable in Italian, with the key phrases, the adjective agreement pattern, and a short practical dialogue.
Expanding Social Horizons
10 lessons- 331
Talking About Travel Plans
Learn to say you are going to Japan next month, share a simple itinerary, and distinguish a big trip from a weekend plan in Italian.
- 332
Sharing Travel Experiences
Learn to talk about past meals and trips using the passato prossimo. Say 'The food in Italy was amazing' and share simple food memories in Italian.
- 333
Discussing Hobbies in Depth
Learn to say how long you've been painting, studying, or playing guitar in Italian using the present tense with da, plus duration phrases like da anni and da tre mesi.
- 334
Talking About Books and Movies
Learn elementary Italian to describe a plot and its characters, say an ending was surprising, and recommend a film or series, contrasting narrative media with music.
- 335
Expressing Opinions on Social Issues
Learn to state your opinion in Italian with penso che, agree politely, and acknowledge other views without turning a discussion into an argument.
- 336
Debating Friendly Topics
Learn elementary Italian phrases to disagree strongly but playfully, back up your opinion with evidence, and keep the conversation friendly and engaged.
- 337
Talking About Life Changes
Learn to say you moved to a new city or changed jobs in Italian, and share how you felt about those past changes in everyday conversation.
- 338
Supporting a Friend in Crisis
Learn to offer practical help in Italian with phrases like 'Sono qui per te' and 'Cosa posso fare?', and understand how this differs from sympathy.
- 339
Celebrating Achievements
Learn to congratulate someone in Italian with phrases like 'Ce l'hai fatta!' and 'Sono così fiero di te!', and organize a celebration.
- 340
Maintaining Long-Distance Friendship
Learn elementary Italian to keep a long-distance friendship alive: propose a video call, say you miss hanging out, and agree on a time and day.
Nuanced Opinions: Agreeing and Disagreeing
10 lessons- 341
Expressing Agreement: Strong and Weak
Learn Italian phrases to show strong agreement ('Sono completamente d'accordo') or weak, hesitant agreement ('Suppongo di sì'). Focus on degree, not disagreement.
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Expressing Disagreement Politely
Learn elementary Italian phrases for polite disagreement, such as recognizing someone's point before offering a gentle alternative, while keeping the conversation respectful.
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Hedging Opinions
Learn elementary Italian phrases that soften opinions: mi sembra che, forse, secondo me, and credo che, with clear pronunciation and polite usage notes.
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Asking for Opinions
Learn elementary Italian phrases for asking what someone thinks, including formal and informal ways to invite another person's view without giving your own.
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Supporting Opinions with Reasons
Learn to support a basic opinion in Italian with perché (because) and siccome (since), including word order, punctuation and common elementary-level patterns.
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Acknowledging Opposing Views
Learn elementary Italian phrases to acknowledge someone's point before disagreeing politely, such as 'Capisco, però...' — perfect for respectful debate.
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Expressing Neutrality
Learn to say you have no strong preference in Italian with phrases like in ogni caso, comunque vada, and mi è indifferente. Avoid committing while staying polite.
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Changing Your Opinion
Learn five polite Italian phrases to soften a change of opinion, admit a new idea, and keep a conversation friendly at elementary level.
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Expressing Opinions in Meetings
Learn to state opinions politely in formal Italian meetings with phrases like "A mio avviso" and "Ritengo che," including the subjunctive and register guidance.
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Disagreeing with Suggestions
Learn to soften disagreement in Italian with phrases like 'È un'idea, ma forse potremmo...' so you can redirect a plan collaboratively without sounding blunt.
Nuanced Communication
10 lessons- 351
Expressing Hypothetical Wishes
Learn to express present unreal wishes in Italian using 'vorrei' + che + congiuntivo imperfetto, and distinguish them from regrets.
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Passive Voice with Modals
Learn to combine dovere, potere, and dovrebbe with the passive voice in Italian to say things like 'The form must be signed' or 'The package can be sent.'
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Expressing Doubt with Seem
Learn to use Italian verbs and constructions that express how things seem, appear, or look like, distinguishing appearance-based doubt from general uncertainty.
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Using Cleft Sentences
Learn to emphasize information in Italian using cleft structures like 'È Ana che ha chiamato' (It was Ana who called) and 'Quello che mi piace è...' (What I like is...).
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Using Connectors: Therefore
Learn to express results and consequences in Italian with quindi, perciò, and di conseguenza. Compare with contrast connectors like però and tuttavia.
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Offering Condolences
Learn standard Italian phrases to express condolences after a death, with pronunciation, register guidance, and a short dialogue.
- 357
Responding to Complaints
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to acknowledge a complaint, apologize without overpromising, and propose a concrete fix in service and workplace conversations.
- 358
Accepting Formal Apologies
Learn to accept formal apologies in Italian with phrases like 'Apprezzo le sue scuse' and 'La ringrazio per essersi scusato'. Practice a polite conversation.
- 359
Expressing Possibility: May Well
Learn to use può benissimo and potrebbe benissimo to express strong possibility in Italian, distinguishing them from probabile and maybe.
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Responding to Tag Questions
Learn to reply to Italian tag questions like Vieni, vero? with natural short answers such as Sì, vengo or No, non vengo, using the right verb, polarity, and register.
Food Culture and Traditions
10 lessons- 361
Describe a Traditional Dish
Learn to talk about la parmigiana di melanzane in Italian, including ingredients, when it's eaten, and its cultural variations, with useful phrases and a dialogue.
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Explain a Food Custom
Learn to talk about holiday food customs in Italian using the present tense, 'di solito', and 'il giorno di'. Build natural sentences like 'A Natale mangiamo il panettone'.
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Ask About Local Food Customs
Learn to ask what people eat on holidays in Italian and understand the answers, with polite question forms and regional food vocabulary.
- 364
Compare Food Traditions
Learn to compare food customs between your country and Italy using 'nel mio paese' and 'qui', with correct verb forms and contrast structures.
- 365
Discuss Meal Etiquette
Learn intermediate Italian phrases for table manners: how to say what you should and shouldn't do at the table, with polite register and regional notes.
- 366
Explain a Food Festival
Learn to say what happens at an Italian festival: dates, food events, parades and traditions, using the verb 'avere' for 'we have' and the impersonal 'si' for 'people do'.
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Ask About Ingredients in Local Cuisine
Learn to ask which spices are typical in a region, name common Italian spices, and discuss local cooking habits with the impersonal si and si usa / si mette.
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Share a Family Recipe Story
Learn to narrate where a family recipe comes from in Italian, using past tenses, family vocabulary, and regional food terms to share personal history rather than just describe a dish.
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Discuss Food Superstitions
Learn to talk about superstitions in Italian using 'portare fortuna' and 'portare sfortuna', with common beliefs and the subjunctive after 'credere che'.
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Explain a Dietary Taboo
Learn Italian phrases to discuss culturally taboo foods, express disgust politely, and explain why some dishes are not eaten for cultural rather than religious reasons.
Parcels and Mail
10 lessons- 371
Sending a Package
Learn to say you'd like to send a package to a destination in Italian, choose between posta ordinaria, raccomandata and corriere, and handle a real conversation at the sportello.
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Asking About Shipping Cost
Learn to ask how much shipping costs in Italian, say 'How much to ship this?', and understand weight-based pricing with practical phrases and a dialogue.
- 373
Asking About Delivery Time
Learn to ask 'How long will it take to arrive?' in Italian, understand express delivery options, and handle timing questions with couriers and shops.
- 374
Tracking a Package
Learn to ask if you can track a package in Italian, say and understand tracking numbers, and ask about delivery status with polite, standard phrasing.
- 375
Receiving a Package
Learn to ask whether a package has arrived for you in Italian, understand pickup and delivery vocabulary, and handle the conversation at a portineria, ufficio postale or courier desk.
- 376
Sending a Letter
Learn to mail a letter in Italian: say 'Vorrei spedire questa lettera,' ask about postage and stamps, and handle a post office interaction with confidence.
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Buying an Envelope
Learn to say 'I need an envelope' in Italian, ask for different envelope sizes, and buy one politely at an Italian cartoleria or post office.
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Asking About Customs
Learn intermediate Italian for customs: ask whether goods must be declared, understand the dichiarazione form, and answer officers politely at the dogana.
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Asking About Insurance
Learn to ask about insuring a package in Italian, understand coverage terms, and handle a conversation at the post office or courier desk with confidence.
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Asking About Pickup Location
Learn to ask 'Where can I pick up my package?' in Italian, understand pickup hours, and handle package pickup conversations at post offices and courier points.
Advanced Social Nuances
10 lessons- 381
Using Humor in Conversation
Learn to make dry, witty remarks about bad weather in Italian, judge whether the joke lands, and avoid sounding rude or flat.
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Handling Awkward Silence
Learn to shift topics in Italian with comunque, a proposito, and cambiando discorso, and to signal discomfort with a proposito, se non ti dispiace, and lasciamo perdere.
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Giving Emotional Support
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to validate someone's emotions, such as 'Mi dispiace tanto' and 'Capisco', without giving advice.
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Setting Boundaries Politely
Learn to decline a request or extra commitment in Italian by naming your limits, not the other person, with polite formulas for work, family and friends.
- 385
Resolving Conflict with a Friend
Learn to say 'I felt hurt when...' in Italian, listen actively, and find solutions. This lesson focuses on resolving conflicts, not just disagreeing.
- 386
Expressing Regret
Learn intermediate Italian to express sincere regret and make amends, using phrases like 'Mi dispiace di non avertelo detto' and 'Voglio rimediare'.
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Forgiving Someone
Learn to say 'I forgive you' and 'Let's move past this' in Italian, distinguish forgiving from accepting an apology, and discuss rebuilding trust with formal and everyday phrasing.
- 388
Discussing Personal Values
Learn to express deep personal beliefs in Italian, such as 'Family is everything to me,' and distinguish them from opinions while respecting others' values.
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Navigating Cultural Differences in Social Settings
Learn to describe customs from your country in Italian using 'Nel mio paese, noi...', ask polite questions about Italian habits, and distinguish cultural norms from social issues.
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Giving a Toast at an Event
Learn to propose a brief, formal toast in Italian: fixed brindisi formulas, the subjunctive after vorrei, and the right register for public occasions.
Etiquette in Public and Professional Settings
10 lessons- 391
Formal Email Greetings
Learn to open formal Italian emails with the right title, article and courtesy formula, from Gentile Signor Smith to Egregio Dottor Rossi, and avoid common English-influenced errors.
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Formal Email Closings
Learn to end formal Italian emails correctly with phrases like 'Cordiali saluti' and 'Distinti saluti'. Master register, punctuation, and common pitfalls for professional communication.
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Phone Etiquette: Answering
Learn to answer phone calls in Italian with the right register, from a casual 'Pronto?' to formal greetings like 'Buongiorno, sono...' and 'Chi parla?'.
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Phone Etiquette: Making Calls
Learn to open a phone call in Italian: greet, introduce yourself, and explain why you are calling with polite, natural phrasing for formal and informal situations.
- 395
Public Transport Etiquette
Learn intermediate Italian phrases for buses, trains, and metros: asking to sit, letting someone pass, and getting off politely with the right register.
- 396
Workplace Small Talk
Learn to chat casually with Italian colleagues about weekends and weather, building rapport with natural phrases and questions.
- 397
Asking for a Favor at Work
Learn to make polite professional requests in Italian, from 'Potresti aiutarmi con questo rapporto?' to softening a direct question with the conditional and 'per favore'.
- 398
Giving Feedback Politely
Learn to soften suggestions in Italian using potresti, potrebbe, and si potrebbe, with polite alternatives like magari and forse. Includes pronunciation, dialogue, and common mistakes.
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Receiving Feedback Gracefully
Learn intermediate Italian phrases for accepting feedback politely, from 'Grazie per il feedback' to softer acknowledgements and requests for clarification.
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Interrupting Politely in Meetings
Master formal Italian phrases to interrupt politely in meetings, such as 'Posso aggiungere qualcosa?' Learn when and how to use them appropriately.
Abstract Topics and Debate
10 lessons- 401
Third Conditional: Past Hypotheticals
Learn to form and use the Italian third conditional (periodo ipotetico del terzo tipo) to express hypothetical situations in the past, like 'Se avessi saputo, avrei chiamato.'
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Defining Abstract Concepts
Learn to define abstract nouns in Italian with simple, natural patterns such as 'La giustizia significa equità per tutti' and 'significa che...'.
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Rebutting an Argument
Learn to politely counter an opposing argument in Italian using 'Può darsi, però...' and similar structures. Build confidence in expressing disagreement respectfully.
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Adjusting Register in Writing
Learn to select the right register in Italian emails and messages, from formal greetings like 'Gentile Dottore' to informal 'Ciao'. Master salutations, closings, and pronouns for effective written communication.
- 405
Expressing Hesitation
Learn to express hesitation in Italian with filler words like beh and ehm, and phrases such as non sono sicuro. Practice natural conversation strategies for uncertainty.
- 406
Paraphrasing Someone's Point
Learn to restate an Italian speaker's idea in your own words with phrases like "Quindi dici che..." and "Se ho capito bene..." to confirm you understood correctly.
- 407
Using Fillers Naturally
Learn common Italian fillers like 'sai', 'cioè', and 'insomma' to sound more natural in conversation, with examples and regional notes.
- 408
Expressing Adequacy and Insufficiency
Learn to say whether something is enough or too much in Italian using abbastanza, troppo, and their agreement patterns, with practical examples for everyday situations.
- 409
Discussing Problems and Solutions
Learn to state a problem and suggest a solution in Italian using structures like 'Il problema è...' and 'Una soluzione potrebbe essere...', with a practical dialogue and practice.
- 410
Using Proverbs
Learn five common Italian proverbs, what they mean, and when to use them appropriately in conversation and writing.
Advanced Dining and Cooking
10 lessons- 411
Discuss Food Quality
Learn to move beyond 'buono' and 'cattivo' by evaluating meat texture, sauce seasoning, and other nuanced qualities of a dish in natural Italian conversation.
- 412
Explain a Complex Recipe
Learn to give and follow multi-part cooking instructions in Italian using sequencing words, impersonal forms and precise commands.
- 413
Negotiate at a Market
Learn to ask for a discount in Italian, negotiate politely, and respond to counteroffers in markets and small shops.
- 414
Discuss Food Sustainability
Learn to talk about organic, local, and ethical food in Italian, focusing on environmental impact rather than just quality. Build vocabulary and conversational skills for discussing sustainability in food choices.
- 415
Give a Cooking Demonstration
Learn to give real-time cooking instructions in Italian using imperative forms, sequencing words, and helpful phrases for guiding someone through a recipe.
- 416
Discuss Food and Health
Learn to describe foods by their nutritional strengths in Italian, using essere ricco di, contenere and fare bene, with polite restaurant and shopping phrases.
- 417
Critique a Restaurant Meal
Learn to review a whole meal in Italian, not just send a dish back: describe courses, balance praise and criticism, and use polite register.
- 418
Plan a Menu for an Event
Learn to plan a party menu in Italian by asking who brings what, assigning courses, and confirming quantities with friends.
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Discuss Food Waste
Learn to discuss waste reduction in Italian using 'dovremmo' and 'si dovrebbe', with practical phrases for composting, recycling, and reducing waste.
- 420
Explain a Food Allergy in Detail
Move beyond "Ho un'allergia": describe which symptom, where it is, how long it has lasted, and how mild or severe it feels, using standard Italian patterns.
Practical Travel Problems
10 lessons- 421
Reporting Lost Luggage
Learn to say 'My luggage is missing' in Italian and navigate the lost luggage claim process at an Italian airport.
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Reporting Lost Passport
Learn to say you have lost your passport in Italian, report it to police, and ask what to do next, with polite forms and regional notes.
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Asking for Help with a Lost Item
Learn to say what you think you left behind, ask staff for help, and understand Italy's lost and found (oggetti smarriti) in shops, hotels and stations.
- 424
Reporting a Theft
Learn to report a theft in Italian: say 'Mi hanno rubato il portafoglio,' describe what happened, and file a denuncia at the police station.
- 425
Asking for a Replacement Ticket
Learn to say you lost your ticket in Italian and ask for a replacement, understand replacement fees, and handle the request politely at stations, museums or events.
- 426
Asking for a Refund
Learn to request a refund in Italian for a cancelled service, ask about refund policies, and handle common responses politely and clearly.
- 427
Asking for a Doctor Urgently
Learn to say you need a doctor immediately in Italian, use the emergency number 112, and describe an urgent medical situation clearly and politely.
- 428
Asking for Help with a Flat Tire
Learn to say you have a flat tire, ask for help, and handle roadside assistance in Italian, with polite forms and regional notes.
- 429
Asking for a Locksmith
Learn to say you're locked out in Italian, ask someone to call a locksmith, and ask how long the wait will be, with polite and regional forms.
- 430
Asking for a Translator
Learn to ask for a translator, request language assistance, and understand responses in Italian when you face a language barrier.
Social Fluency and Complex Interactions
10 lessons- 431
Telling an Engaging Story
Learn Italian storytelling techniques for dramatic past-tense narration: the passato prossimo/imperfetto contrast, sequencing words, and reaction phrases like Non ci crederai!
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Using Active Listening
Learn to show engagement in Italian conversations with minimal responses like 'Uh-huh', 'Davvero?' and follow-up questions to keep others talking.
- 433
Paraphrasing to Confirm Understanding
Learn to repeat back what someone said in Italian using 'Quindi, stai dicendo che...' and similar phrases to prevent misunderstandings before they happen.
- 434
Expressing Empathy
Learn to express empathy in Italian with 'Deve essere stato difficile' and similar phrases. Understand how to show deeper connection beyond sympathy.
- 435
Negotiating a Compromise
Learn to propose compromises in Italian with phrases like 'Come facciamo a metà?' and 'Troviamo un accordo'. Practice a dialogue and avoid common mistakes.
- 436
Mediating a Friend Dispute
Learn neutral Italian phrases to hear both sides of someone else's conflict, summarise each position fairly, and avoid taking part without sounding cold or evasive.
- 437
Giving a Heartfelt Compliment
Learn to express genuine admiration in Italian with mi ispiri and related phrases, choosing words that feel meaningful rather than casual.
- 438
Accepting a Compliment Gracefully
Learn to respond warmly to compliments or kind gestures in Italian with phrases like 'Grazie, mi fa molto piacere' and avoid self-deprecation.
- 439
Discussing Future Aspirations
Learn to share broad life hopes in Italian using 'un giorno vorrei', 'sogno di', and 'mi piacerebbe', and tell them apart from career goals.
- 440
Reflecting on Relationships
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to evaluate how a relationship has changed over time: growing closer, drifting apart, and reflecting on emotional distance.
Discourse: Connecting Ideas and Clarifying
10 lessons- 441
Using Connectors for Contrast
Learn to use Italian contrast connectors like però, tuttavia, invece, and d'altra parte to link ideas smoothly and express contrast at an intermediate level.
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Using Connectors for Addition
Learn Italian additive connectors like inoltre, in aggiunta, per di più and aggiungo che to add information naturally in speech and writing.
- 443
Clarifying by Asking Questions
Learn to ask what someone means in Italian using cosa vuoi dire, in che senso, and related phrases that keep a conversation going without pretending you understood.
- 444
Checking Understanding
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to check that you understood what someone said, using Quindi, se ho capito bene, Ho capito bene?, and related confirmation patterns.
- 445
Paraphrasing to Confirm
Learn to paraphrase someone's point in Italian to confirm understanding, using phrases like 'Se ho capito bene...' and 'Quindi, se non sbaglio...'. Build active listening skills at intermediate level.
- 446
Asking for Repetition
Learn the core Italian patterns for asking someone to repeat what they said, from the informal Puoi ripetere? to the polite staff-facing Scusi, può ripetere più lentamente?
- 447
Asking for Explanation
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to ask someone to elaborate, clarify or go deeper, without simply asking them to repeat themselves.
- 448
Summarizing a Conversation
Learn to wrap up conversations in Italian with phrases like 'In sintesi' and 'Riassumendo', and practice summarizing key points effectively.
- 449
Changing the Topic Smoothly
Learn Italian transition phrases like a proposito and cambiando discorso to shift topics politely in intermediate conversation without awkward silences.
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Ending a Conversation Politely
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to end a conversation politely, from casual 'ci sentiamo' to formal 'la ringrazio per la chiacchierata'.
Advanced Interaction
10 lessons- 451
Repairing Communication Breakdowns
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to repair misunderstandings in real time, such as asking to rephrase, clarify, or repeat, and distinguish repair from negotiating meaning.
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Qualifying Statements
Learn to soften and qualify Italian statements with in generale, per lo più, di solito and tendere a, so you can say things like 'I mostly agree' without overgeneralising.
- 453
Finding Common Ground
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to identify shared goals during a disagreement, using structures like 'vogliamo tutti e due' and 'siamo d'accordo su'.
- 454
Mixed Conditionals
Learn to form mixed conditionals in Italian to express how a past action affects the present, e.g., 'Se avessi studiato, ora sarei medico.'
- 455
Expressing Contrasting Relationships
Learn to express how ideas contrast or conflict in Italian using key verbs and conjunctions, with practical examples and a dialogue.
- 456
Using Pausing and Rhythm
Learn to use pauses, timing and rhythm in Italian to clarify meaning and add expression, focusing on contrast and emphasis rather than pitch alone.
- 457
Handling Questions After a Presentation
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to handle audience questions after a talk, including clarifying, responding, and managing difficult queries politely.
- 458
Chairing a Meeting
Learn to lead a meeting in Italian: open the agenda, assign turns, keep time, and close each point with confidence.
- 459
Comparing Cultural Values
Learn to discuss and compare cultural values like individualism and collectivism in Italian, using phrases such as 'In alcune culture, la famiglia viene prima di tutto.'
- 460
Understanding Irony in Context
Learn to detect irony in Italian by using context and tone, and distinguish it from humor and sarcasm.
Food in Society and Business
10 lessons- 461
Discuss Food Trends
Learn to talk about popular diets and food trends in Italian, using expressions like 'andare di moda' and 'mettere in discussione' to discuss fads accurately.
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Order for a Business Lunch
Learn to order food and drinks in Italian work settings using polite conditional forms, correct titles, and register-appropriate phrases for business lunches and client dinners.
- 463
Discuss Food Policies
Learn intermediate Italian to talk about government food laws, from EU regulations to local ordinances, using precise vocabulary and structures.
- 464
Explain a Food Business Idea
Learn to present a restaurant or food product concept in Italian: key phrases, patterns, and a dialogue for pitching your idea clearly.
- 465
Discuss Food Security
Learn to discuss whether food is available, affordable and easy to find in Italian, using key expressions like essere disponibile, mancare and fare la spesa.
- 466
Negotiate a Catering Contract
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to negotiate catering services for an event, focusing on formal business language distinct from market haggling.
- 467
Discuss Cultural Appropriation in Food
Learn to talk about respecting food origins with an ethical focus, using Italian phrases and structures for conversations about sustainability and provenance.
- 468
Present a Dish to a Customer
Learn to present and describe a dish to diners in Italian restaurants, using descriptive adjectives, key ingredients, and polite service formulas.
- 469
Discuss Food Marketing
Learn to describe, analyse and question Italian food advertising: slogans, claims, target audiences and persuasion techniques, with useful phrases and a natural dialogue.
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Explain a Food Safety Issue
Learn to talk about food recalls, contamination, and public health alerts in Italian. Master key phrases for understanding notices and discussing safety.
Advanced Travel Conversations
10 lessons- 471
Discussing Travel Itinerary
Learn to say you want to change your itinerary in Italian, ask about available options, and handle dates, times, and reservations in a natural conversation.
- 472
Negotiating a Room Upgrade
Learn to ask 'È possibile fare un upgrade?' in Italian, discuss upgrade prices, and handle a hotel reception conversation at an intermediate level.
- 473
Discussing Local Customs
Learn to ask about local customs and understand etiquette tips in Italian, with key phrases and a practical dialogue.
- 474
Making Small Talk with Locals
Learn to ask where someone is from in Italian and understand the reply, with informal tu forms, pronunciation, and regional notes for relaxed travel chat.
- 475
Discussing Transport Options
Learn to ask 'Should I take the train or bus?' in Italian and discuss pros and cons of each option.
- 476
Asking for Travel Advice
Learn to ask Italians when to visit, how to request recommendations, and how to understand the advice you receive, with polite and regional variants.
- 477
Discussing Accommodation Preferences
Learn to express accommodation preferences in Italian, including 'I prefer a quiet room,' and understand polite requests for hotels, rentals, and shared housing.
- 478
Handling a Complaint
Learn to politely express dissatisfaction with a service in Italian, using phrases like 'Non sono soddisfatto del servizio' and negotiating a resolution.
- 479
Discussing Travel Insurance
Learn to ask if a policy covers medical expenses, understand key terms like copertura and massimale, and discuss travel insurance in Italian.
- 480
Planning a Day Trip
Learn intermediate Italian for planning a day trip: ask what to see, agree on a plan, and handle transport, timings and tickets with practical phrases and a model conversation.
Mastering Social Dynamics
10 lessons- 481
Influencing a Group Decision
Learn to lead a group toward agreement in Italian using penso che dovremmo, perché, and the subjunctive, with register and regional notes.
- 482
Handling Criticism Gracefully
Learn Italian phrases for accepting negative feedback calmly, including prendere atto, tener conto and farne tesoro, with register and regional notes.
- 483
Giving Difficult Feedback
Learn to give gentle, constructive criticism in Italian using 'I' statements like 'Ho notato che...' and 'Forse potresti...'. Build sensitive feedback skills for work, study, or relationships.
- 484
Apologizing Publicly
Learn to apologize sincerely in front of a group in Italian, using standard phrases, correct prepositions, and register-aware choices for public versus private apologies.
- 485
Accepting a Public Apology
Learn to respond to public acknowledgment in Italian using 'Lo apprezzo' and related phrases, distinguishing observed appreciation from private acceptance.
- 486
Expressing Deep Gratitude
Learn the Italian phrase 'Non so come ringraziarti' and its variants to express profound, heartfelt gratitude beyond a simple 'grazie'.
- 487
Discussing Sensitive Topics
Learn to ask potentially intrusive questions in Italian with tact, using softened openers, conditionals, and indirect phrasing that respect the other person's boundaries.
- 488
Offering Condolences
Learn to say 'I'm so sorry for your loss' and offer meaningful support in Italian, with phrases that address grief and comfort the bereaved.
- 489
Celebrating Diversity
Learn to express curiosity and appreciation for other cultures in Italian, using 'mi piace', 'adoro', and 'sono curioso/a'. Includes key phrases, a dialogue, and practice.
- 490
Maintaining Relationships Long-Term
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to maintain long-term friendships, including 'non perdiamoci di vista' and 'fare uno sforzo', with a dialogue and practice.
Cross-Cultural Clarification and Adaptation
10 lessons- 491
Asking About Cultural Norms
Learn intermediate Italian questions for politely asking whether a custom or habit is normal, using è usanza, si usa, and related structures.
- 492
Explaining Your Culture
Learn to share your own customs in Italian with the key pattern "Nel mio paese, di solito...", plus softeners, contrast phrases and a natural dialogue.
- 493
Avoiding Cultural Misunderstandings
Learn Italian phrases to check assumptions and soften potentially sensitive remarks, so you can ask before you offend and keep conversations respectful.
- 494
Clarifying Cultural Differences
Learn to make respectful observations about Italian customs using phrases like 'Ho notato che... È comune?' and soften questions with the conditional.
- 495
Apologizing for Cultural Mistakes
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to apologize for cultural mistakes, explain that you didn't know, and repair the conversation without over-apologizing.
- 496
Asking for Clarification Across Cultures
Learn to ask what an Italian word, gesture, joke or custom means, check that you understood, and request a concrete example without causing offence.
- 497
Adapting Politeness Strategies
Learn to shift between informal and formal Italian to match social context, using tu/Lei, conditional requests, and polite expressions appropriately.
- 498
Discussing Stereotypes Carefully
Learn to discuss stereotypes in Italian without giving offense, using phrases like 'Alcuni dicono... ma io penso...' to express nuance and respect.
- 499
Sharing Cross-Cultural Experiences
Learn to share past experiences in other cultures using Italian storytelling phrases. Master 'Quando ero a...' and more.
- 500
Resolving Cultural Conflicts
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to resolve disagreements and cultural misunderstandings calmly, including how to propose a compromise and respond politely.
The merceria and the tailor
10 lessons- 501
Buying a Zipper: Length and Open-Ended Type
Learn to ask for a zipper in Italian by length and type (separabile or non separabile), and describe the garment you are repairing.
- 502
Requesting Elastic by Width and Use
Learn beginner Italian to ask for elastico in a merceria, specify width in centimetres, say how many metres you need, and answer staff questions about use and colour.
- 503
Matching Thread Shade to Fabric
Learn to ask for matching thread in Italian, describe shade differences (più scuro, più chiaro, tendente al grigio) and request a sample in natural light.
- 504
Asking for an Iron-On Patch
Learn to ask for a toppa termoadesiva in Italian: request the right size and colour, and ask staff about heat, fabric and washing.
- 505
Requesting an Invisible Hem from a Tailor
Learn to ask a sarto for an orlo invisibile, say how many centimetres to shorten, name the fabric, and answer questions about lining and the original hem.
- 506
Fixing a Lining Caught in a Seam
Learn elementary Italian to tell a tailor that your fodera is impigliata in una cucitura, say where it hurts, and ask for a repair using scucire and ricucire.
- 507
Asking for a Button Shank Repair
Learn Italian tailor vocabulary for button shanks (gambo): describe a tight button, ask to lengthen or shorten the shank, and name two-hole and four-hole buttons politely.
- 508
Adjusting a Sleeve Without Changing the Cuff
Learn to ask an Italian tailor to shorten a sleeve while keeping the original cuff. Master key verbs like accorciare, spacchettare, ripiegare, and the phrase 'Vorrei mantenere il polsino originale'.
- 509
Returning an Unused Zipper to the Merceria
Learn polite Italian phrases to return an unused zipper (cerniera) to a merceria, explaining wrong length or type, and answering staff questions about receipt and condition.
- 510
Requesting a Rush Alteration from a Tailor
Learn to request an urgent alteration in Italian, set a deadline, and ask about extra cost with polite, natural phrases.
The copy shop before a deadline
10 lessons- 511
Printing Thesis Spine Lettering at a Copy Shop
Learn formal Italian phrases to request spine lettering (scritta sul dorso) for your thesis at a copisteria, specifying font, size, and color.
- 512
Requesting Spiral Binding That Opens Flat
Learn beginner Italian to request rilegatura a spirale that lets a document open flat, ask if it stays open, and understand staff advice on materials.
- 513
Printing an A3 Sewing Pattern at Actual Size
Learn to ask an Italian copisteria for an A3 print of a sewing pattern at grandezza reale, with no scaling, and check the 1 cm grid.
- 514
Handling Mixed Landscape Pages in a Print Job
Learn elementary Italian to tell copy shop staff that some PDF pages are landscape and others portrait, ask them to rotate pages, and check margins before printing.
- 515
Scanning a Faded Receipt at a Copy Shop
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask a copisteria to scan a faded receipt, request more contrast or grayscale, and explain it is for an expense report.
- 516
Requesting Black-and-White Settings for a Print Job
Learn to ask for bianco e nero printing in Italian, specify which pages stay in color, and answer staff questions about copies and toner saving.
- 517
Replacing Just One Printed Page at a Copy Shop
Learn to ask a copisteria to replace one badly printed page, using polite Italian phrases for errors, page numbers and paper type.
- 518
Requesting Urgent Thesis Printing Before a Deadline
Ask Italian copy shops for urgent thesis printing, check timing, and negotiate a realistic deadline with courteous, anxious-but-polite phrases.
- 519
Choosing Lamination Thickness at a Copy Shop
Learn to discuss lamination thickness, finishes, and rigidity in Italian at a copisteria, with practical phrases for a document cover.
- 520
Resolving a File Not Received at the Copy Shop
Handle a print deadline in Italian: explain that your emailed file hasn't arrived, ask staff to check, and offer to resend it or bring it on a USB stick.
At the fresh-pasta counter
10 lessons- 521
Choosing Filled Pasta for Broth or Sauce
Learn to ask which pasta ripiena (tortellini, cappelletti, ravioli) is best in brodo or al sugo, and how to check if it works with ragù.
- 522
Buying the Right Portion for Tonight
Learn to ask how much fresh pasta you need for a specific number of people and to order by weight at an Italian pastificio, using practical beginner phrases.
- 523
Preventing Fresh Pasta from Sticking to the Tray
Learn elementary Italian phrases to ask pastificio staff how to stop fresh pasta sticking to the tray, using spolverare, infarinare and separare naturally.
- 524
Asking About Ravioli Filling Texture
Learn elementary Italian to ask whether ravioli filling is smooth or chunky, and to check ingredients like ricotta, using ripieno, impasto and sfoglia at the pastificio counter.
- 525
Getting Cooking Instructions from Pasta Counter Staff
Learn to ask pastificio staff in Italian how long fresh pasta should boil, how much salt to use, and when to drain it, with polite, reusable phrases.
- 526
Discussing Sfoglia Thickness at the Pasta Counter
Learn elementary Italian to ask how thick the sfoglia is, whether it suits tagliatelle or lasagne, and how it is rolled with a mattarello.
- 527
Separating Two Types of Fresh Pasta
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask staff at a pastificio to keep two types of fresh pasta separate, using sacchetto, vassoio, and diviso.
- 528
Collecting a Preordered Pasta Shape
Learn polite Italian to collect a preordered pasta shape at a pastificio: confirm the order, name and quantity, and answer staff questions about name and pickup time.
- 529
Asking About Gluten-Free Fresh Pasta
Learn to ask for gluten-free fresh pasta in Italian, understand staff explanations about separate production, and use cautious, health-conscious phrases.
- 530
Getting Storage Advice for Fresh Pasta
Learn to ask Italian shop staff how to store fresh pasta you are not cooking right away: fridge, freezer or a cool spot, and how long it keeps.
Market produce for a home recipe
10 lessons- 531
Choosing Tomatoes for Sauce or Salad
Learn beginner Italian phrases to ask which tomatoes are best for sauce or salad, understand terms like san Marzano and ciliegino, and shop confidently at an Italian market.
- 532
Buying Zucchini with Flowers Attached
Learn beginner Italian to ask for zucchine con il fiore, check freshness, and ask whether the flowers can be fried for a home recipe.
- 533
Asking About Fennel Fronds at the Market
Learn elementary Italian for asking market staff whether fennel fronds are usable, what they are good for, and how to prepare them without wasting food.
- 534
Selecting Ripe Pears for Baking
Learn elementary Italian to ask for ripe pears for a cake, check ripeness, and choose sweet, juicy fruit at a market stall.
- 535
Artichoke Trimming Vocabulary at the Market
Learn elementary Italian phrases to ask market staff how to clean artichokes, which leaves and parts to remove, and what gambo, punte and cuore mean.
- 536
Buying Loose Lentils vs. Pre-Cooked
Learn to ask for lenticchie sfuse or già cotte in Italian, check whether they are secche or in scatola, and ask how long they take to cook.
- 537
Splitting a Bunch of Herbs at the Market
Learn to ask if a bunch of herbs can be split or if smaller quantities are available at an Italian market, using phrases like 'Posso prenderne solo mezzo mazzo?' and 'Si può dividere?'.
- 538
Buying Bruised Fruit for Jam
Learn intermediate Italian phrases to ask market vendors for bruised or overripe fruit for jam, using words like ammaccata, matura, and scarto.
- 539
Asking About Produce Origin at the Market
Learn to ask di dove sono and se sono locali at an Italian market, using phrases like Sono italiani? and Di che zona sono? to check origin, season and freshness.
- 540
Requesting a Taste Before Buying at the Market
Learn courteous, slightly bold Italian phrases to request a taste of fruit or cheese at a market, and to accept or decline politely after trying it.
A parcel at the neighborhood counter
10 lessons- 541
Understanding PIN vs. Shipping Reference at the Post Office
Learn to distinguish codice PIN and codice di spedizione in Italian when collecting a parcel, and ask staff clear questions at the post office or Punto Poste.
- 542
Dealing with an Unreadable QR Code for a Parcel
Learn to explain that a parcel QR code is unreadable in Italian and politely ask for another way to collect your parcel.
- 543
Finding a Parcel When the Pickup Shop Is Closed
Learn polite Italian questions for a Punto Poste or pickup shop that was closed, so you can ask staff what your options are without assuming any policy.
- 544
Resolving a Surname Mismatch on a Parcel
Learn to explain in Italian that the surname on a parcel doesn't match your ID and ask how to proceed, using polite, reusable phrases.
- 545
Collecting a Large Tube at the Post Office
Learn to ask Italian post office staff where to collect a large tube, what document is needed, and how to follow their directions when it cannot pass over the counter.
- 546
Asking About a Missing Receipt for a Parcel
Learn polite Italian phrases to report that a parcel receipt never arrived and to ask staff to print or resend it, with reusable patterns and a realistic counter dialogue.
- 547
Asking to Collect a Parcel on Another Day
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask if you can pick up a parcel on a different day, check how long it will be held, and understand staff replies without assuming policy.
- 548
Asking for Help When the Tracking Number Is Missing
Learn to ask Italian post office staff to find a parcel without a tracking number, using your name or address, and understand their questions.
- 549
Reporting a Damaged Parcel at Collection
Learn intermediate Italian to report a damaged parcel at collection, ask staff what to do, and request to open a complaint without inventing policies or prices.
- 550
Asking About Services at a Punto Poste
Learn polite Italian questions to ask counter staff which services a Punto Poste offers beyond parcel pickup, and how to understand their answers.
Traveling to a small local event
10 lessons- 551
Taking the Shuttle to a Village Festival
Learn to ask where the shuttle to a village festival leaves from, when the last return bus is, and whether you need to book a seat.
- 552
Catching the Last Bus After a Concert
Ask staff and fellow concertgoers in Italian about the last bus, whether it stops near the venue, and what to do if you miss it.
- 553
Navigating a Cobbled Route with a Suitcase
Learn polite Italian questions to ask locals for a route without cobblestones or stairs when pulling a suitcase, and understand replies about alternative streets.
- 554
Finding a Temporary Bus Stop During Market Day
Learn to ask in Italian where the bus stops when the usual stop is moved for the weekly market, using dove si ferma adesso, deviazione, mercato and cartello.
- 555
Bringing a Folding Chair on a Regional Train
Learn polite Italian questions to ask train staff or passengers whether a folding chair is allowed in the carriage and where to put it, using sedia pieghevole, carrozza, bagagli and ingombro.
- 556
Clarifying a Platform Announcement
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask a fellow traveler to repeat or clarify a garbled station announcement, especially about a last-minute binario change.
- 557
Locating a Water Fountain Near a Landmark
Ask politely in Italian where a drinking fountain is near a church or piazza, and understand answers built on accanto a and dietro.
- 558
Asking If Event Tickets Are Still Available
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask at a tourist office or bar whether tickets for a small local event are still available and if you can buy them on site.
- 559
Asking About Seating at a Village Event
Learn to ask in Italian whether seating is provided at a village event or if you need to bring your own chair, using posti a sedere, portare da casa, and sistemazione.
- 560
Asking If Dogs Are Allowed at a Local Event
Learn polite Italian questions for checking whether dogs are welcome at a village festival, and how to ask about leashes and off-limits areas.
Joining an amateur choir
10 lessons- 561
Following a Repeat Sign in a Choir Score
Learn polite Italian questions for asking a conductor or fellow singer how to follow a repeat sign, with rehearsal-ready phrases about the score and page.
- 562
Finding Your Starting Note in Choir
Learn casual Italian phrases to ask fellow singers for your starting note and understand answers given as solfège syllables or note names.
- 563
Asking for a Recording of a Missed Rehearsal
Learn friendly Italian phrases to ask a choir mate for a recording of a rehearsal you missed, and to check which voice parts it covers.
- 564
Singing the Lower Harmony Part
Learn to ask in Italian which voice sings the lower harmony and whether you can try it, using voce bassa, armonia, contralto and provare in a real choir rehearsal.
- 565
Making Pencil Markings on a Borrowed Score
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask if you may make light pencil markings on a borrowed choir score and how to erase them later, with vocabulary for matita, segnare, cancellare, spartito.
- 566
Asking for Slower Diction Practice
Learn respectful Italian phrases to ask a choir director or section leader for slower diction practice, especially on a tricky passage.
- 567
Sharing a Music Stand in Choir
Learn friendly Italian phrases to ask a fellow singer to share their music stand, move it, and make space in a crowded rehearsal.
- 568
Understanding Your Entrance Cue
Learn polite Italian questions to ask the conductor or section leader for your entrance cue, and how to count it using attacco, entrata, segnale and contare.
- 569
Asking About Choir Uniform Requirements
Learn polite Italian questions to ask choir staff about uniform and concert attire, using divisa, abbigliamento, concerto, colore.
- 570
Asking About Choir Membership Fees
Learn polite Italian questions to ask about annual choir membership fees and what they include, without assuming amounts.
A neighborhood hobby afternoon
10 lessons- 571
Watching Before Joining a Board Game
Learn friendly, tentative Italian for asking to observe a board game before joining, checking whose turn it is, and signalling that you are ready to play in a local club.
- 572
Finding Spare Pieces for a Board Game
Learn casual Italian to ask friends or staff for missing pieces, a spare die, or a complete box when a board game is incomplete.
- 573
Adapting Seating for Bocce Practice
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask if a chair or bench is available during bocce practice, and how to talk about taking a break because of your back.
- 574
Clarifying Turn Order in Bocce
Learn casual Italian to ask who throws next in bocce, say whose turn it is with tocca a, and check how the local turn order works.
- 575
Asking for Constructive Feedback on a Sketch
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask for constructive feedback on your sketch, focusing on shading, proportions, and improvement.
- 576
Being Invited Without Committing Weekly
Learn friendly Italian phrases to accept a hobby group invitation while explaining you can't come every week, using non tutte le settimane, quando posso and ogni tanto.
- 577
Packing Up After a Hobby Afternoon
Learn polite Italian phrases to offer help packing up materials after a hobby afternoon and to say goodbye naturally.
- 578
Asking About Bocce Equipment
Learn to ask in Italian whether you need to bring your own bocce balls or if the club provides them, using the verbs portare and fornire.
- 579
Asking About Sketching Materials
Learn polite Italian questions to ask which sketching materials suit an outdoor group and whether you can borrow supplies, using materiali, matita, taccuino and prestare.
- 580
Asking About Board Game Language
Learn to ask in Italian whether board games are in Italian and if English rules are available, using polite questions and key vocabulary like regole, lingua, tradotto, capire.
The artisan workshop visit
10 lessons- 581
Glazing a Tiny Test Tile
Learn beginner Italian to ask an artisan about glazing a small test tile, describe the color, and note the result with smalto, piastrina, prova, colore.
- 582
Describing an Uneven Rim on Pottery
Learn to say 'bordo irregolare', ask to 'lisciare' or 'rifinire' on the 'tornio', and discuss fixes politely with workshop staff.
- 583
Choosing a Leather Cover Shade
Learn to ask in Italian about different shades of leather for a book cover and how they age, using polite questions and key vocabulary like pelle, tonalità, invecchiare, campione.
- 584
Understanding Paper Grain Direction
Learn to ask an Italian bookbinder how to identify paper grain direction using direzione, fibra, piegare, and carta in a workshop setting.
- 585
Requesting Offcuts from a Workshop
Learn polite, tentative Italian for asking an artisan whether you may take small leather or paper offcuts (ritagli) to practise with, using prendere and pratica naturally.
- 586
Signing the Underside of Ceramics
Learn polite Italian questions and phrases to ask workshop staff how and where to sign the underside of a ceramic piece, using firmare, fondo, iniziali, and data.
- 587
Explaining a Gift Inscription
Learn polite Italian phrases to explain a dedica for a handmade gift, ask artisans about engraving, and confirm wording before they personalize your item.
- 588
Asking Permission to Photograph the Process
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask an artisan if you may photograph their working process, and how to respond respectfully to their answer.
- 589
Asking About Tools in an Artisan Workshop
Learn to ask the names and uses of specific tools in an Italian ceramics or bookbinding workshop using attrezzo, a cosa serve, and come si usa.
- 590
Asking About Artisan Workshop Classes
Learn polite Italian questions to ask whether an artisan workshop offers beginner classes, what they cover, and when they meet, with reusable patterns and a realistic dialogue.
Secondhand objects with a story
10 lessons- 591
Checking an Incomplete Moka Gasket Set
Learn to ask in Italian whether a used moka pot comes with a complete gasket set, and how to talk about wear with sellers at markets.
- 592
Checking a Sticking Drawer on Secondhand Furniture
Learn polite Italian phrases to ask if a drawer sticks and how to test it carefully at antique markets, with beginner-friendly patterns and a practical dialogue.
- 593
Checking Record Speed on a Secondhand Turntable
Learn polite, technical Italian to ask a seller about a used turntable's speed settings (33, 45, 78 rpm) and how to test them before buying.
- 594
Checking the Fitting on a Secondhand Lamp
Learn to ask in Italian what bulb fitting a secondhand lamp takes, whether it works, and to try it before buying. Practical market phrases with attacco, lampadina, funzionare and provare.
- 595
Negotiating a Chipped Frame Corner
Learn polite Italian phrases to show a seller a chipped corner on a secondhand frame and ask whether the price can be adjusted, with market-ready vocabulary and a short bargaining dialogue.
- 596
Asking About a Missing Chess Piece
Learn polite Italian phrases to check if a used chess set is complete and to describe a missing piece. Useful at markets and in small shops.
- 597
Checking a Bicycle Bell Mount
Learn practical Italian questions for asking a seller whether a used bicycle bell fits your handlebar and how it mounts, with reusable patterns for bike markets and secondhand shops.
- 598
Inspecting a Woven Basket Handle
Learn polite Italian questions to inspect a woven basket handle, ask about its condition, and find out whether it can be repaired at a craft market.
- 599
Asking If Two Objects Belong Together
Learn to ask in Italian whether two secondhand items were originally part of a set, using insieme, set, originale, and abbinati in market conversations.
- 600
Asking About the History of a Secondhand Object
Learn polite Italian questions to ask sellers about a secondhand object's origin, story, age, and whether it's original—perfect for mercatini.
Small phrases, real conversations
3 lessons- 601
I’m almost there: arrival updates in Italian
Learn to say you're almost there in Italian with Sono quasi arrivato/arrivata, Sto arrivando, and Arrivo tra cinque minuti. Know when to use each and avoid common mistakes.
- 602
I’ve already eaten: declining food in Italian
Learn to say you've already eaten, haven't eaten yet, or just ate in Italian. Master già, appena, and ancora to decline food warmly and ask staff naturally.
- 603
A table just for drinks: solo da bere
Learn to ask if you can sit just for drinks and order only drinks in Italian, with polite phrases and a server dialogue.
Tone and connection 1
1 lessonsAt the table 1
1 lessonsWords that make a difference 1
3 lessons- 606
Essere or stare? Useful Italian contrasts
Learn when Italian uses essere for identity and location, and when stare expresses wellbeing or an ongoing action with stare + gerund. Includes regional notes.
- 607
Qui, qua, lì, là: here and there in Italian
Learn the difference between qui and qua, and lì and là. Use them for precise or general locations with correct accents and natural examples.
- 608
Di or da? Italian origin, possession, and purpose
Learn when Italian uses di or da for origin, possession, movement from a place, going to someone's premises, and purpose, with five natural examples and a short dialogue.
Everyday replies 1
3 lessons- 609
How to say get out of the way in italian
Learn to ask someone to move in Italian, from blunt imperatives like Spostati! to polite requests like Scusi, posso passare? Master register and avoid common mistakes.
- 610
Let us know in Italian: facci, fateci, and ci faccia sapere
Learn to ask one person, a group, or a formal contact to keep you updated in Italian, using facci sapere, fateci sapere, and ci faccia sapere.
- 611
Take your time in Italian: no-rush reassurance
Learn to reassure someone in Italian with fai con calma, faccia con calma, and non c'è fretta. Master informal and formal registers, avoid common mistakes, and practice a natural dialogue.