Simple Italian language and culture lessons
The roots of Bruschetta trace back to ancient Italy, where olive growers would taste their freshly pressed oil on slices of bread. Over time, this humble beginning evolved, and the Bruschetta we know today became a canvas for various toppings, with tomato (pomodoro) being a classic choice. As you embark on your journey to master …
Bruschetta al Pomodoro: A Tasty Dive into Italian Language and Culture Read More »
The Italian language, with its rich tapestry of tenses and moods, offers a vivid palette for expressing time. One of the most intriguing and versatile tenses is the “futuro” or, as we know it in English, the future tense. However, the Italian future tense isn’t just about expressing events that will happen; it has multiple …
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Hello students! In a previous lesson, we explored the verb “essere” (to be). Today, we’ll dive into another fundamental verb in the Italian language: “avere,” which translates to “to have” in English. This verb is central in many expressions and also serves as an auxiliary verb for many compound tenses. 1. Conjugation in the Present …
Hello students! Today, we’re going to explore one of the most essential and commonly used verbs in the Italian language: “essere,” which translates to “to be” in English. It’s vital in both simple sentences and compound tenses, so understanding its conjugation and usage is crucial for anyone learning Italian. 1. Conjugation in the Present Tense …
It’s obvious, to introduce yourself correctly is very important. If you are in a foreign country and you have to do it in a language that’s not yours, it could be hard. It’s important to avoid misunderstanding. In every part of the World it is the first contact we make with people we meet. Every …
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Ciao! If you’re interested in learning some Italian greetings, you’ve come to the right place. Italian is an incredibly beautiful and romantic language, with a fascinating culture to boot. And one of the best ways to get started on your Italian language journey is to learn the basics. So in this post, we’ll be sharing …
Italian Lesson Greetings: How to Say Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between Read More »
It’s very hard to learn how to use prepositions properly in Italian language. They are so many, they have a lot of complicated rules, furthermore they have many exceptions. Let’s learn, today, how we can use two of these prepositions in a specific situation: In and A after Andare (To go). We need to use …
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Do you want to drink a coffee in Rome? It’s no easy: caffè macchiato caldo, macchiato freddo, corto, lungo, doppio, ristretto, corretto, decaffenaito, ecc. ecc. There are many different ways to order a coffee in our Belpaese, everyone has his/her favourite coffee, but it’s very important to know the correct formula to ask for our …