5 Minute Italian - Podcast
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5 Minute Italian - Podcast
2w ago
Vacations, weather, and your hobbies… you’ll need FARE to talk about these things and more! Learn how to use this important Italian verb.
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Today's Italian words:
Fa caldo = It’s hot (lit. it does heat)
Fa freddo = It’s cold (lit. it does cold)
Fare le vacanze = To take a ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
1M ago
How do you say ‘beautiful’ in Italian? Get tips on how to use this important word like a local!
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Today's Italian words:
Domani c’è bello = The weather’s nice tomorrow
Una bella giornata = A nice day; a beautiful day
Bella idea! = Nice idea, great idea
Bello! = Cool ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
1M ago
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Master years in Italian with this really clear guide… and pick up a little Italian history to impress your friends!
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Today's Italian words:
Millenovecentoottantadue = 1982 (Matteo’s birth year)
Millenovecentoquarantasei = 1946 (women’s right to vote)
Mille = 1000
Duemila ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
1M ago
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When should you use the verb stare? It can feel confusing at first – let’s clear things up so you can use it with confidence in conversation!
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Today's Italian words:
Come stai? = How are you? (lit. how you stay?)
I Sardi stanno bene = Sardinians are healthy/well (lit. The Sardinians sta ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
2M ago
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How do you say “so” in Italian? Most of the time, you can say “così”, a handy word for lots of different situations. Learn how to use it in this lesson.
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Today's Italian words:
Così piccante = so spicy
Così divertente = so fun
Il peperoncino è così piccante! = the chilli is so spicy!
Imparar ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
2M ago
Come and watch Italian movies with us: https://youtu.be/w7eh9sYSXnw
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These Italian movies are so good, you’ll forget you’re studying! Choose your favourites from dramas, classics and comedies, with tips on how to watch.
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Today's ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
2M ago
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Gnocchi, bruschetta, tagliatelle… Italian dishes are easier to eat than pronounce! Impress your friends by learning to pronounce these Italian menu favourites.
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Today's Italian words:
Bruschetta = A starter of toasted bread with toppings (remember the hard CH soun ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
3M ago
Avere is one of the most important verbs in Italian. Learn to use it in conversation, and avoid these common mistakes!
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Today's Italian words:
Ho una prenotazione = I have a reservation
Hai tempo? = Do you have time?
Ho un’idea = I have an idea
Hanno la birra = They have (the) beer
Abbiamo una bottiglia di vino = We have a bottle of wine
Ho = I have
Hai = You have
Ha = S/he has; you hav ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
3M ago
_“Prego” in Italian often means “you’re welcome”. But did you know that it has 7 other meanings that are really useful for travel? Learn them here! _
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Today's Italian words:
Grazie! – Prego! = Thank you! – You’re welcome!
Prego, buona giornata! = After you, have a nice day (holding the door open)
Posso assaggiare? – Prego! = Can I taste (it)? – Certainly!
Prego? = Pardon ..read more
5 Minute Italian - Podcast
3M ago
Get practical tips on how to start speaking Italian. In this friendly guide, you’ll learn from real people who’ve done it, despite the jitters!
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While we didn’t share specific phrases in this lesson, here are a few you can use with Italians to encourage them to help you practise speaking:
Sto imparando l’italiano = I’m learning Italian
Preferisco l’italiano, vorrei praticare = I prefer Itali ..read more