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Language solutions by an Italian polyglot to learn Italian online (and other languages, too!). Coaching, lessons, audio course, pronunciation guide. In this blog, I’m going to share with you what I actually do to learn foreign languages. I put popular tools and personal tips together into a complete language workout for your brain.
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Understanding “Ti Voglio Bene” in Italian Ti voglio bene is one of the most heartfelt and commonly used expressions in Italian. It carries warmth and tenderness that aren’t always captured in its English translations. It is one of the many ways you can say “I love you” in Italian, but its translation is quite peculiar ..read more
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4M ago
Indefinite Expressions in Italian In both English and Italian, indefinite expressions allow to convey a sense of uncertainty. However, the way each language handles this vagueness is different. An example of these expressions are indefinite pronouns like qualcuno (someone), nessuno (no one), qualcosa (something), niente (nothing). The easiest way you can convey a sense of ..read more
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4M ago
Will Language Learning Become Obsolete? A Personal Reflection The idea that language learning might become obsolete is one of those predictions that sparks excitement, fear, and a lot of debate. Given the rapid development of translation technology – from Google Translate to AI-powered devices – some people, including myself, wonder if tech is making learning ..read more
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4M ago
Beware of Italian False Friends Learning a new language is fun, but what I find the funniest is when learners use a wrong word in a context because it resembles another word in their native language. It happened to me as well, several times! And the best way to overcome this issue is to laugh about ..read more
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4M ago
What are Idioms Idioms or idiomatic expressions are phrases that have a figurative meaning that is conventionally understood by the speakers of that language. This meaning is different from the literal meaning of the idiom’s individual elements. For me, idioms are one of the most captivating elements of any language. These expressions capture cultural values, historical ..read more
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4M ago
What is Truncation? Truncation, known as troncamento is the linguistic phenomenon where certain words are shortened when used in specific contexts to create a more informal expression or a more rhythmic or concise phrase. Truncation is especially common with adjectives that precede masculine nouns and it must be distinguished from elision, which is the removal of ..read more
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4M ago
How to Respond to Invitations in Italian Did you just move to Italy? Are you making new friends or perhaps you need advice on how to date someone in Italy? Mastering how to respond to invitations is part of the learning process. If you already know how to say “yes” and how to say “no ..read more
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4M ago
“Skipping School” in Italian Regional Flavors Learning Italian is not just about memorizing words and grammar: it’s also about understanding the cultural nuances, the Italian dialects, and regional differences that shape the language. One interesting example is how Italians express the concept of “skipping school”. While in English this expression is quite consistent, in Italian ..read more
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4M ago
Exploring Fancy Italian Words My favorite part of learning a new language is discovering words that sound unique, elegant, or fun. For me, the Italian language blends phonetic beauty with expressive nuance, which is probably what makes it the most beautiful language, with its musicality and charm. Immersing yourself in the lexicon of a new ..read more
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4M ago
The Verb “Rompere” The verb rompere in Italian means “to break”. It is a regular verb that belongs to the second conjugation group. Below, I created a table to show you its indicative conjugations: Tense Io Tu Lui/Lei Noi Voi Loro Present rompo rompi rompe rompiamo rompete rompono Past Perfect ho rotto hai rotto ha ..read more