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Careful when saying “I’m hot” in Italian! Why? Find out how to avoid embarrassing mistakes by learning these expressions with AVERE (have) in Italian.

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Today's Italian words:
Ho caldo = I'm hot
Ho freddo = I'm cold
Ho 40 anni = I'm 40
Ho sete = I'm thirsty
Ho fame = I'm hungry
Ho sonno = I'm sleepy
Ho paura = I'm scared

Knowing how to say no in Italian is useful, but "no" alone can sound too blunt. Learn natural Italian phrases to soften “no” and sound more friendly.

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Today's Italian words:
Forse/magari un altro giorno = Maybe another day
Forse/magari domani = Maybe tomorrow
No, non penso = No, I don’t think so

How should you reply when someone asks “Ciao, come stai?”. Learn how to avoid simple mistakes when answering this classic Italian conversation opener.

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Today's Italian words:
Come stai= How are you?
Bene, bene= well, well
Bene, grazie= well, thank you
Tutto bene= everything’s well

Welcome in Italian isn't just one word. There are 4 ways to say it. In this episode, you’ll learn when to use each one and other friendly Italian phrases.

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Today's Italian words:
Ciao Matteo, benvenuto = Hi Matteo, welcome
Ciao Katie, benvenuta = Hi Katie, welcome
Benvenuta, prego = Welcome (to one woman), please come in

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Today's Italian words:
Bevo un caffè = I’m drinking a coffee
Ascolto la musica = I’m listening to music

Learn how to say “not a problem” in Italian with 3 friendly phrases and when to use each one.

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Today's Italian words:
Tranquilla, non c’è problema = No worries (lit. calm, female), no problem (lit. there is no problem)
Non ti preoccupare = Don’t worry (lit. don’t yourself preoccupy)

Learn how to say "something" in Italian with “qualcosa”, plus everyday phrases you can use on your next trip to Italy.

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Today's Italian words:
Volete qualcosa da bere? = Do you (plural) want something to drink?
Volete qualcosa da mangiare? = Do you (plural) want something to eat?
Avete qualcosa di tipico? = Do you (plural) have something typical?
Avete qualcosa di vegetariano? = Do you (plural) have something vegetarian?

Learn how to order an aperitivo in Italy, from the drinks and snacks you'll get to the phrases you need.

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Today's Italian words:
Siete pronti? = Are you (plural) ready?
Avete deciso = Have you (plural) decided?
Cosa vi porto? = What can I get you?
Per me uno spritz = For me a spritz
Vi porto anche degli stuzzichini? = Can I also get you (plural) some snacks?

_Here, you’ll learn some of the most common greetings in Italian and when exactly you should use them. _

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Today's Italian words:
Che bello vederti! = How lovely to see you! 
Ciao Mike, come stai? = Hi Mike, how are you? (informal)
Piacere di conoscerti = Nice to meet you (informal)

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This in Italian is an everyday word you’ll need for things like shopping and ordering food. But there are 4 ways to say it. Here’s when to use each one.

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Today's Italian words:
Questa camicia e questi pantaloni = This shirt and these trousers
Ho comprato queste scarpe = I bought these shoes
Vorrei questo formaggio = I'd like this cheese
Quanto costa questa borsa? = How much does this bag cost?
Questi posti sono liberi? = Are these seats free?
Queste pizze sono vegetariane? = Are these pizzas vegetarian?

_Learn how to say “sorry” in Italian with these 3 important words and when you should use each one. _

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Today's Italian words:
Mi dispiace tanto = I’m so sorry
Mi dispiace per questo = I’m sorry about (lit. for) that 
Scusa per il ritardo = Sorry for being late (lit. for the lateness)
Scusi per il ritardo =  Sorry (formal) for being late (lit. for the lateness)

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_Learn the most common Italian phrases that tourists get wrong and what to say instead so you can sound more natural in Italian. _

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Today's Italian words:
L’albergo è in centro = The hotel is in the city centre
Vorrei un tavolo per stasera. Siamo in tre = I’d like a table for this evening. There are three of us
C’è una farmacia in zona? = Is there a pharmacy in the area?
Questo risotto è buonissimo = This risotto is delicious
A Milano fa troppo caldo oggi = In Milan it’s too hot today

Learn Italian phrases for ordering wine in Italy, plus cultural tips to help you choose, order and talk about wine like Italians do.

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Today's Italian words:
Ordiniamo una bottiglia di vino? = Shall we order a bottle of wine?
Prendiamo due calici? = Shall we get (lit. take) two glasses?
Possiamo provare il vino della casa = We can try the house wine
Con gli asparagi forse si abbina meglio il bianco = With asparagus maybe white pairs better

_Here you’ll learn 2 common ways to say stop in Italian and when to use them, plus practical phrases with stop that you can use in Italy. _

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Today's Italian words:
Mi fermo qui? = Shall I stop here?
Mi fermo qui un secondo = I’m going to stop here for a second
Ci possiamo fermare qui? = Can we stop here?
Basta, grazie = That’s enough, thank you

Blend in more easily in Italy by following Italian etiquette. Learn about the dos and don’ts for eating and socialising, plus some practical phrases.

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Today's Italian words:
Salute! = Cheers!
Vorrei provare un piatto tipico = I’d like to try a typical dish
Vorrei prenotare per le otto = I’d look to book for eight o’clock
Grazie per la bella serata = Thank you for the lovely evening
Sono vegetariano, cosa mi consiglia? = I’m vegetarian, what do you recommend for me?

Not sure how to respond in Italian? Use ‘altrettanto’ to have an instant reply in these everyday situations!

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Today's Italian words:
Altrettanto = You too / same to you / likewise
Buona giornata = Have a good day
Buona serata = Have a good evening
Buona domenica = Have a good Sunday
Buon weekend = Have a good weekend
Buon viaggio = Have a good trip
Buon lavoro= Good luck with your work (lit. good work)

_Learn how to say “suitcase” in Italian and other useful words and phrases for travelling around Italy. _

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Today's Italian words:
Dobbiamo fare le valigie = We need to pack (lit. do the suitcases)
Il mio zaino è pronto = My backpack is ready
La crema solare = Sun cream
Il fon = Hairdryer
Una giacca leggera = A light jacket
Delle scarpe comode = Some light shoes

Confused by Italian prepositions? Don't worry! Here you’ll learn them in a simple way, so you can feel more confident using them in conversation with Italians.

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Today's Italian words:
Un piatto di pasta = A plate of pasta
Sono di San Francisco = I’m from San Francisco (lit. “of” San Francisco)
Il nostro hotel è a Roma = Our hotel is in Rome (lit. “at” Rome)
Il ristorante è lontano da qui? = Is the restaurant far from here?
Questo treno va da Milano a Napoli = This train goes from Milan to Naples
Aspettiamo da 20 minuti = We’ve been waiting for 20 minutes (lit. we wait “from” 20 minutes)
Andiamo in macchina = We’re going by car (lit. “in” car)
Un tavolo per due = A table for two
Vado al mercato per comprare la frutta = I’m going to the market (in order) to buy fruit
È sul menù = It’s on the menu
Una guida sulla città = A guide about the city (lit. “on” the city)
Tra due città = Between two cities
Il supermercato chiude tra 30 minuti = The supermarket closes in 30 minutes (lit. “between”)

Learn how to talk about your jobs in Italian, past or present, with words and phrases for this common conversation topic.

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Today's Italian words:
Sono in pensione = I’m retired
Sono in pensione, ma ero insegnante = I’m retired, but I was a teacher
Che lavoro fai = What job do you do?
Sono video editor = I’m a video editor
Sei anche cuoco = You’re also a cook
Sei anche manager, insegnante, cameraman = You’re also a manager, teacher, cameraman
Ero grafico = I was a graphic designer

_You can use some of the most common Italian words to make lots of different phrases. Focusing on these words will help you learn Italian faster. _

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Today's Italian words:
Lo stesso per favore = The same thing please
Vorrei prenotare = I’d like to book
Altrettanto = The same to you
Vorrei questo per favore = I’d like this please

There’s not just one word for “great” in Italian that works every time. Here, you’ll learn the different ways to say “great” in Italian and when to use each one.

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Today's Italian words:
Ottima idea! = Great idea!
È un ottimo ristorante = It’s a great restaurant
Ordiniamo una pizza? Perfetto! = Shall we order a pizza? Perfect!

Learn how to use dovere in Italian to say what you “have to”, “must” or “should” do, with common phrases and real-life situations you’ll come across in Italy.

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Deve cambiare treno = You (formal) have to change train
Dobbiamo comprare i biglietti per Napoli = We have to buy the tickets for Naples
Devo pagare qui? = Do I have to pay here?
Devi prenotare online = You have to book online
Devo fare molte cose = I have to do lots of things

_Italian adverbs help you add more detail and meaning to your Italian. Here are some of the most common Italian adverbs for everyday conversation and how to use them. _

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Today's Italian words:
Gli italiani parlano velocemente = Italians speak quickly
In Italia viaggio facilmente in treno = In Italy, I travel easily by train
Generalmente bevo un cappuccino = I generally drink a cappuccino
Probabilmente sono negata = I am probably hopeless (feminine)

_Learn how to use “with” in Italian to get around Italy, from ordering food and drink to booking places to stay. _

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Una margherita con funghi = A margherita with mushrooms
Un toast con prosciutto = A toasted sandwich with ham
Un hotel con parcheggio = A hotel with parking
Un appartamento con aria condizionata = An apartment with air conditioning
Un treno con cambio a Bologna = A train with a change in Bologna

_These common Italian phrases go beyond polite basics like “buongiorno” and “grazie” so you can connect with Italians and have friendly, everyday conversations. _

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Today's Italian words:
Nessun problema = No problem
Grazie per l’aiuto = Thanks for the help
Davvero? = Really?
Volentieri = I’d love to
Scherzo = Just kidding

The Italian verb “potere” means “can”, but it doesn’t always work the same way. Learn how to use it correctly and avoid common mistakes.

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Today's Italian words:
Posso? = Can I? / May I?
Possiamo andare = We can go
Puoi prenotare un tavolo per stasera = You can reserve a table for tonight (singular, informal)
Potete lasciare le valigie qui= You can leave your luggage here (plural)

_In this post, you’ll learn how to say never in Italian using mai, including how to use it in common expressions and the past tense. _

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Today's Italian words:
Non faccio mai colazione a casa = I never have (lit. “do”) breakfast at home
Non brindo mai con l’acqua = I never say cheers with water
Non vado mai in spiaggia in estate = I never go to the beach in summer

_“Some” comes up all the time in Italy, like when you’re shopping or ordering food. Learn how to say it in Italian with words like “del”, “dei”, “delle” and more. _

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Today's Italian words:
Degli stuzzichini = some snacks
Chiedo delle patatine, delle olive e dei taralli = I’ll ask for some potato chips, some olives and some taralli
Della pizza = some pizza
Dell’acqua = some water

_In this post, you’ll learn useful words and phrases for the airport in Italian. They’ll make it easier to ask for help and understand the Italian around you. _

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Today's Italian words:
Il gate è aperto = The gate is open
I posti = The seats
I bagagli = The luggage
Aereo = Plane

How do you say “amazing” in Italian? Here you’ll learn the best word to use, a few common alternatives, and tips on when Italians would actually use them.

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Today's Italian words:
Questo risotto è fantastico = This risotto is amazing
Questa focaccia è fantastica = This focaccia is amazing
Fantastico! - Amazing!
È fantastico - That’s (lit. it is) amazing

_In this post, you’ll learn how to talk about Valentine’s Day in Italian with useful words and phrases. You’ll also see the unique ways Italians celebrate it. _

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Today's Italian words:
Festeggiamo San Valentino = We celebrate Valentine’s Day
Non festeggiamo San Valentino = We don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day
Buon San Valentino = Happy Valentine’s Day
Regalare i fiori = To gift flowers
Regalare i cioccolatini = To gift little chocolates

Find out what “magari” in Italian means and how to use it when travelling, with natural phrases Italians actually say.

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Today's Italian words:
Magari possiamo pranzare in quel ristorante sulla spiaggia = Maybe we can have lunch at that restaurant on the beach
Magari troviamo un tavolo comunque = Maybe we’ll find a table anyway
Magari c'è un tavolo per due = Maybe there’s a table for two

In Italian, there are two verbs that mean “to be”: essere and stare. When should you use each one? Find out in this simple guide!

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Today's Italian words:
Sono felice = I'm happy
Sono italiano = I'm Italian (m)
Sono alto = I'm tall (m)
Sono qui = I'm here
Sto bene = I’m well
Sto male = I’m not well, literally “I’m bad”
Sto meglio = I’m better
Stare con le persone = to spend time with people, literally “to stay with people”
Stare con la famiglia = to spend time with the family, literally “to stay with the family”
Stare zitto = to be quiet, to shut up
Stare fermo = to stay still
Stare attento = to pay attention, literally “to stay attentive”
Stare calmo = to stay calm

Understand how to use "without" in Italian with practical phrases for everyday situations, like choosing hotels, getting transport and eating out.

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Today's Italian words:
Senza glutine = Without gluten
Senza carne = Without meat
Un volo senza scalo = A flight without a layover

Do Italians say please? Learn the 3 most authentic ways to be polite in Italian.

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Today's Italian words:
Per piacere = Please (lit. to please)
Per favore = Please (lit. for favour)
Sì, grazie! = Yes please! (in Italian, we don’t say "per favore" after "sì")
Due biglietti, per favore = Two tickets, please (lit. for favour)
Un cappuccino, per piacere = A cappuccino, please (lit. to please)
Può portare il conto? = Can you bring the bill?
Potrebbe portare il conto? = Could you bring the bill?

Here are 3 common Italian words for beautiful that Italians actually say. You’ll also learn how you can use them in useful phrases for getting around Italy.

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Today's Italian words:
Che bella giornata! = What a beautiful day!
Il Duomo è bellissimo = The cathedral is very beautiful
La pinacoteca è meravigliosa = The pinacoteca (art museum) is marvellous
Il Castello Sforzesco è stupendo = The Sforzesco castle is wonderful (lit. stupendous)

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Today's Italian words:
Vorrei uno spritz = I’d like a spritz
Ho una prenotazione = I have a reservation
Sono americano = I am American
Vivo in Canada = I live in Canada
Vivo in Inghliterra = I live in England

Learn how to use the Italian verb “sapere” in everyday situations, like asking for info or chatting with locals, plus the common mistakes to avoid.

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Today's Italian words:
Non lo so = I don’t know (lit. I don’t know it)
Sai dove siamo? = Do you know where we are?

So che siamo in centro = I know that we’re in the centre
Sai dov'è…? = Do you know where is…?

Here are the most common phrases to say and reply to Happy New Year in Italian. You’ll also learn about some unique Italian New Year traditions.

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Today's words:
Buon anno = Happy New Year (lit. good year)
Buon anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. good year new)
Felice anno nuovo = Happy New Year (lit. happy year new)
Auguri = Best wishes

Family is very important in Italy. Learn how to talk about family in Italian with key words and phrases, plus common mistakes to avoid.

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Today's Italian words:
Mia zia = My aunt
Mio zio = My uncle
Mia mamma = My mum
I miei nipoti = My nieces and nephews
Mia cugina = My cousin (female)

They don’t just speak Italian in Italy, there are dialects too. Learn common words and phrases from Italian dialects to understand locals better.

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Learn how to use the verb dire (to say, to tell) in the present, past, and future tense, plus common mistakes and useful phrases.

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Today's Italian words:
Dico = I say
Dici = You say
Dice = He/she says
Diciamo = We say
Diciamo che preferisco Firenze = Let’s say that I prefer Florence

There are very specific types of coffee in Italy. Learn how to order coffee in Italian the Italian way, so you can avoid classic tourist mistakes.

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Today's Italian words:
Vorrei un caffè = I’d like an espresso
Un caffè macchiato = an espresso with a bit of milk (lit. “stained coffee)
Un caffè americano = an americano
Un latte macchiato = a hot milk with a bit of coffee (lit. stained milk)
Un caffè shakerato = a coffee, sugar and ice (lit. shaken coffee)

Italian indefinite articles (or words for “a” and “an”) can be tricky in Italian because there are four ways to say them. Here’s how to use each one.

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Today's Italian words:
Prendiamo un tagliere di formaggi? = Shall we order (lit. we take) a cheese board?
Prendiamo anche una focaccia e un’acqua frizzante? = Shall we also order (lit. we take) a focaccia and a sparkling water?
Prendo uno spritz = I’ll order (lit. I take) a spritz

The Italian verb venire (to come) pops up all the time in Italian. See how to use it in the present, past and future tenses.

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Today's Italian words:
Io e mia mamma veniamo in stazione = My mum and I are coming to the station
Ma viene anche mia sorella! = But my sister is also coming!
Ma se venite in macchina c'è traffico = But if you (plural) come by car there’s traffic
Vengo in metro: è comoda = I’m coming by metro: it’s convenient

Learn how to say “get well soon” in Italian with these 3 friendly phrases. Perfect for showing care and connecting with Italians.

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Today's Italian words:
Rimettiti = Get well soon (lit. reput yourself)
Riprenditi = Get well soon (lit. get back yourself)
Riposati = Get well soon (lit. rest yourself)

Some Italian words confuse tourists because they’re hard to translate. Find out the meanings of these 7 everyday, untranslatable Italian words and expressions.

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Today's Italian words:
Fare un giro = To go for a walk
Apericena = Drinks and snacks for dinner (lit. aperitif dinner)
Stuzzichini = Little snacks
Fare la scarpetta = To mop up food with bread (lit. to do the little shoe)
Boh = I don’t know
Buon lavoro = Have a good day at work (lit. good work)

Mamma mia, che caldo = My goodness (lit. my mother), how hot

There are actually 3 ways to say so in Italian: quindi, allora and così. Find out when you should use each one so your Italian can sound more natural.

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Today's Italian words:
Troppi turisti, quindi troppe file = Too many tourists, so too many lines
Così così = So so
Ok...allora il consiglio è... non andare a Venezia! = Ok, so the advice is, don’t go to Venice!
Può andare a Treviso, così vede Venezia in giornata = She can go to Treviso, so she can see Venice during the day

_You need the Italian irregular verbs fare, andare and venire for all kinds of conversations. Learn their forms to use them correctly and avoid mistakes. _

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Today's Italian words:
Matteo, vieni un secondo? = Matteo, can you come here for a second? (lit. you come here a second)
Faccio una lista di idee… domani vengono Laura e John = I’m making a list of ideas…tomorrow Laura and John are coming.
Quindi, dove andiamo? = So, where are we going?

_How do you say yummy in Italian? Learn the everyday, common expressions Italians use so you can join their food chats (and why you shouldn’t say delizioso). _

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Today's Italian words:
Buono = Yummy (lit. good, masculine)
Buona = Yummy (lit. good, feminine)
Che buono = Yummy (lit. how good, masculine)
Che buona = Yummy (lit. how good, feminine)
Buonissimo = Very yummy (lit. very good, masculine)
Buonissima = Very yummy (lit. very good, feminine)

Dare is one of the most common Italian words. Learn how to conjugate it in the present, past and future and how to use it in common Italian expressions.

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Today's Italian words:
Mi dai una mano? = Can you give me a hand?
Non danno il menù = They don’t give the menu
Se mi dai un minuto… = If you give me a minute…
Ti do l’indirizzo = I give you the address
Mi piace dare consigli sul cibo = I like to give food recommendations

What do you do every day? Here you’ll learn those routine Italian words and phrases you absolutely have to know!

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Today's Italian words:
Ogni giorno = Every day
Ogni giorno mi sveglio presto = Every day I wake up early
Sempre = Always
Spesso = Often
Di solito = Usually
A volte = Sometimes
Fare colazione = To have breakfast
Mai = Never
Alle nove = At nine

_Italians have lots of fun ways to say and reply to “good luck” in Italian. Here, you’ll find out what they are so you can start using them in Italy. _

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Today's Italian words:
In bocca al lupo = Good luck (lit. into the wolf’s mouth)
Buona fortuna = Good luck
Crepi! = Thank you! (reply to in bocca al lupo, lit. may it die!)
In culo alla balena = Good luck (lit. in the whale’s butt)

_If you understand Italian but find it hard to speak, you’re not alone. Here are 5 common reasons and easy tips to help you get better at speaking Italian. _

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Today's Italian words:
Scusi, un minuto = Excuse me (formal), one minute
Provo in italiano = I’ll try in Italian
Tutto bene = All good
Ci vediamo = See you later

50 useful Italian words and phrases to know to get around Italy. From shopping and eating out to chatting and getting information.

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Today's Italian words:
C'è il Wi-fi qui? = Is there Wi-Fi here?
Do un'occhiata, grazie! = Just looking, thank you!
Scusi, è questa la fila per entrare? = Excuse me, is this the line to get in?
Quanto dista? = How far away is it?
Posso pagare con la carta? = Can I pay by card?
Ecco qui. = Here you go.

Excuse me in Italian might seem simple, but there are actually four ways to say it. Here’s when and how to use each one, so you’ll always get it right in Italy.

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Today's Italian words:
Scusi, il conto per favore = Excuse me (formal), the bill please
Scusi, è libero? = Excuse me (formal), is it free?
Scusa Matteo, dove sono i biglietti? = Sorry Matteo, where are the tickets?
Scusate, siete in fila? = Excuse me (you plural), are you in the line?
Scusate, è questo il treno per Bologna? = Excuse me (you plural), is this the train for Bologna?

_Bad at Italian? Perfetto! Here's how being bad at Italian can actually help you, with some useful tips and practical phrases. _

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Today's Italian words:
Perché ti piace l’Italia? = Why do you like Italy?
Perché ho origini italiane = Because I have Italian origins
Perché mi piace la gente = Because I like the people
Posso provare in italiano? = Can I try in Italian?
Ha tempo? = Do you (formal) have time?
Hai tempo? = Do you (informal) have time?
Sto imparando = I’m learning
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner
Grazie per la pazienza = Thank you for your patience
Come si dice…? = How do you say…?
Non ricordo la parola per… = I don’t remember the word for…
La mia memoria! = My memory!

_Italian festivals are a great way to enjoy real Italian culture. Here are the best Italian festivals, plus some useful phrases to help you join in the fun. _

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Today's Italian words:
Vengo in Italia il prossimo weekend = I’m coming to Italy next weekend
Ci sono dei festival interessanti? = are there any interesting festivals?
Le sagre = Typical Italian Food Festivals
Un paesino = A small town
Il cibo locale = Local food

_Learn the three forms of “you” in Italian and when to use each one, so you get the right tone every time you’re chatting with Italians. _

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Today's Italian words:
Hai una penna? = Do you (informal) have a pen?
Preferisci mangiare dentro o fuori? = Do you (informal) prefer to eat inside or outside?
Ha un sacchetto? = Do you (formal) have a bag?
Volete un dolce? = Do you (plural) want a dessert?
Preferite acqua naturale o frizzante? = Do you (plural) prefer still or sparkling water?
Cerca qualcosa in particolare? = Are you (formal) looking for something in particular?
Vuoi un gelato? = Do you (informal) want an ice-cream?

_Is reading Italian books a good idea? We think so, if you pick the right ones. Here are 5 tips on what you should be reading in Italian. _

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Today's Italian words:
Leggono libri scritti per italiani = They read books written for Italians
Cercano tutte le parole = They look up all the words
Scelgono libri per bambini = They choose books for children
Leggono storie noiose = They choose boring stories

How do you say “Happy birthday” in Italian? Learn the phrases Italians actually use, pronunciation tips, and 2 quite unique birthday traditions.

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Today's Italian words:
Buon compleanno! = Happy birthday
Tanti auguri! = Happy birthday (lit. many wishes)
Quando festeggiamo? = When are we celebrating?

There’s one simple way to say “let’s go” in Italian, but you’ll also want to know how to say (and use) the other expressions that Italians use all the time.

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Today's Italian words:
Andiamo al cinema! = Let’s go to the cinema!
Andiamo al museo! = Let’s go to the museum!
Andiamo a casa! = Let’s go home!
Andiamo a mangiare una pizza! = Let’s go eat a pizza!
Andiamo a vedere la piazza! = Let’s go see the square!

_What Italian restaurant phrases will you actually hear in Italy? Learn what waiters really say, plus some cultural tips. _

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Today's Italian words:
Avete prenotato? = Have you booked?
Arrivo subito = I’ll be right with you
Prego, di qua = Please this way
Ecco il menu = Here’s the menu
Porto qualcosa da bere intanto? = Can I get you something to drink in the meantime?
Ambiente o fredda? = Room temperature or cold?
Volete ordinare? = Do you want to order?

How do you say have fun in Italian? Spoiler: you don’t even use the word have. Learn the right (and wrong) phrases to use instead

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Today's Italian words:
Buon divertimento = Have fun (lit. good fun)
Divertiti = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourself)
Divertitevi = Have fun (lit. enjoy yourselves)

Planning on buying some lovely things in Italy? How about doing your shopping in Italian! Learn some useful phrases and tips so you can shop like a local.

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Today's Italian words:
fare la spesa = do the shopping (supermarkets, the grocery shop)
fare shopping = go shopping (clothes, gifts and everything non-food related)
quanto costa? = how much does it cost?
quanto costano? = how much do they cost?
le piace? = do you like it? (formal)
è bello! = it’s nice!
è economico = it’s cheap
grazie, ci penso = thanks, I’ll think about it
mi piace ma… = I like it but…
è un po’ costoso = it’s a bit expensive
è troppo piccolo / grande = it’s too small / big
posso provarlo? = can I try it on?
dove sono i camerini? = where are the fitting rooms?
posso pagare? = can I pay?
…in contanti - …in cash
…con la carta = …by card
un sacchetto / una busta / una sportina = a bag

You’ll need “where” in Italian to ask really useful questions. Here, you’ll see how to pronounce it the right way and use it in common phrases.

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Today's Italian words:
Dov’è il bagno? = Where’s the bathroom?
Dov’è la stazione? = Where’s the station?
Dove vivi? = Where do you live?
Di dove sei? = Where are you from?

Wouldn’t it be "fantastico" to walk into an Italian restaurant and place your order in perfect Italian? Here you’ll learn how to do that and more!

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Today's Italian words:
avete prenotato? = do you have a reservation? (lit. have you booked?)
posso prenotare un tavolo per due? = can I book a table for two?
siamo pronti = we're ready
vorrei una birra = I'd like a beer
vorrei un vino bianco = I’d like a white wine
un bicchiere di vino rosso = a glass of red wine
una bottiglia d’acqua gasata = a bottle of sparkling water
il conto, per favore = the bill, please
tutto perfetto! = everything’s perfect!
il locale = the bar, the place where we go for drinks in the evening

How do you say “congratulations” in Italian? Here you’ll find the most common phrases you can use right away to congratulate your Italian friends or relatives.

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Today's Italian words:
Congratulazioni per il tuo nuovo lavoro! = Congratulations on your new job!
Complimenti per il tuo italiano = Compliments/well done on your Italian
Complimenti, tutto buonissimo! = Congratulations/well done, all delicious!

_Learn to think and speak in Italian without translating in your head. Improve your fluency and confidence with 5 practical tips that work for beginners, too! _

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Today's Italian words:
Va bene = Ok
Non c’è problema = No problem
Mi dispiace = I’m sorry
Non lo so = I don’t know
A presto = See you soon

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Today's Italian words:
Per fare il tour prima devi prenotare = To do the tour, first you have to book
Vorrei una pizza come la tua = I’d like a pizza like yours
Prima vado in bagno = First I’ll go to the bathroom
Devo anche mandare un’email = I also have to send an email
Poi mi preparo = Then I’ll get ready
Allora… sono di Napoli, ma vivo a Roma = So… I’m from Naples, but I live in Rome
Vorrei un cappuccino. Anzi, due = I’d like a cappuccino. Actually, two
Parlo italiano e anche francese = I speak Italian and also French

_What does “si” mean in Italian? Learn its three meanings and how to use it in every day conversations. _

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Today's Italian words:
Cosa si fa questo weekend? = What does one do this weekend?
Come si chiama il ristorante? = What is the restaurant called?
Lì si mangia bene e si spende poco = There one eats well and one spends little
Così Brody si diverte e si rilassa = That way Brody can enjoy herself and relax

Learn the word for water in Italian and how to order it with key phrases and cultural tips.

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Today's Italian words:
Acqua naturale = Still water
Acqua frizzante = Sparkling water
Vorrei una bottiglia d’acqua frizzante = I’d like a bottle of sparkling water
Vorrei una bottiglia d’acqua naturale = I’d like a bottle of still water

If you're learning Italian but feel like you can’t speak it yet, you’re not the only one. Here you have simple fixes to help you speak Italian more confidently.

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Today's Italian words:
Le app = The apps
Un piano = A plan
Parlo italiano = I speak Italian
Un principiante = A beginner
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner

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Today's Italian words:
Ciao ragazzi, tutto a posto? = Hi guys, all good?
Sono cotto = I’m exhausted (lit. I’m cooked)
Che figata! = How cool!
Ieri ho fatto un giro in centro = I went for a walk in the center
Ho mangiato un sacco di roba = I ate loads of stuff
Non vedo l’ora di ritornare a Napoli = I can’t wait to go back to Naples

_Learn key Italian question words like “dove”, “quando”, and more to help you get the info you need while traveling in Italy. _

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Today's Italian words:
Quand’è l’ultimo treno? = When is the last train?
Perché il supermercato è chiuso? = Why is the restaurant closed?
Che cosa c’è in questo piatto? = What is there in this dish?
Dov’è la stazione? = Where is the station?
Chi è la guida? = Who is the guide?
Quanto costa? = How much does it cost?
Quale treno va a Firenze?= Which train goes to Florence?

How do you say “because” in Italian? It’s usually “perché”, but not always! Learn when and when not to use it in Italian.

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Today's Italian words:
Perché studi italiano? = Why do you study Italian?
Perché ho origini italiane = Because I have Italian origins
Perché la lingua è bella = Because the language is beautiful

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Today's Italian words:
In italiano, per favore! = In Italian, please!
Sono principiante = I’m a beginner
Vorrei provare in italiano, mi aiuta? = I’d like to try in Italian, can you help me? (formal)
Vorrei provare in italiano, mi aiuti? = I’d like to try in Italian, can you help me? (informal)
Grazie per la pazienza = Thank you for the patience
Cos’è questo? = What is this?

You need Italian possessive adjectives in most everyday conversations. You’ll see how they work, when to use them and mistakes to avoid.

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Today's Italian words:
Noi italiani non condividiamo la nostra pizza = We Italians don’t share our pizza
Noi inglesi non condividiamo la nostra birra = We English don’t share our beer
È la mia pizza = It’s my pizza
È la mia birra = It’s my beer

Here’s how to use "but" in Italian with ma, però, and more! Learn the differences between ma and però, plus other common Italian expressions.

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Today's Italian words:
Roma è bella ma è troppo grande = Rome is beautiful but it’s too big
Questo ristorante è buono, ma un po’ caro = This restaurant is good, but a bit expensive
Leggo molto, però = I read a lot, though

Learn how to say “I love you” in Italian, including a common mistake to avoid. You'll also learn terms of endearment and how to reply.

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Today's Italian words:
Anch’io ti amo tanto = I love you too
Ciao amore, come stai? = Hello love, how are you?
Tesoro, ti adoro! = Darling, I love you

You need Italian reflexive verbs for many things. Like talking about your daily routine, feelings and even saying your name. You’ll learn what they are and how to use them.

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Today's Italian words:
Mi sveglio = I wake up (lit. myself I wake)
Mi alzo subito = I get up (lit. myself I rise) straight away
Mi vesto = I get dressed (lit. myself I dress)
Mi rilasso = I relax (lit. myself I relax)
Mi faccio un caffè = I make myself a coffee

Learn how to say cold in Italian. You’ll see key phrases with the word cold, plus common mistakes to avoid.

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Today's Italian words:
Che freddo! = How cold
Hai freddo? = Are you cold?
Non fa freddo = It’s not cold
Muoio di freddo = I’m dying of cold

Learn how to say "nice to meet you" in Italian. You’ll see the formal and informal versions, plus how to reply if someone says it to you.

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Today's Italian words:
Piacere di conoscerti = Nice to meet you (informal)
Piacere di conoscerla = Nice to meet you (formal)
Piacere = Nice to meet you

There are loads of Italian words that are actually English. See how they’re used in travel, tech, entertainment, and more, plus tips on how to pronounce them the Italian way.

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Today's Italian words:
Prenotiamo il tour? = Shall we book the tour?
Prendiamo un taxi? = Shall we take a taxi?
Usiamo il computer? = Shall we use the computer?
L’app non funziona = The app doesn’t work
Non ho la password del WiFi = I don’t have the WiFi password
Che stress! = How stressful!

Why in Italian is one simple word. Or you can learn a few extra really common ways to say why to make your Italian sound natural.

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Today's Italian words:
No, perché? = No, why?
Perché il pesce ha un sapore delicato = Because fish has a delicate flavor
Come mai non posso bere lo Spritz con la pizza? = How come I can’t drink spritz with pizza?
Perché è dolce = Because it’s sweet
E perché? = And why?

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Today's Italian words:
La routine = (the) routine
La pronuncia = (the) pronunciation
È tutto = That’s all (lit. “it’s all”)
Evvai! = Yey!
Ben fatto = Well done
Normale = Normal

How do you wish “Merry Christmas” to your Italian family or friends? Learn it quickly in this mini Italian lesson!

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Today's Italian words:
Buon Natale = Merry Christmas
Buone feste = Happy holidays
Grazie, buon Natale anche a lei! = Thank you, Merry Christmas to you too! (formal)
Grazie, buon Natale anche a te! = Thank you, Merry Christmas to you, too! (informal)

The passato prossimo is the perfect tense for conversations with Italians. See how it’s formed and when to use it so you can talk about the past.

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Today's Italian words:
Sono andato al parco = I have gone to the park
Non ho preso il caffè = I haven’t had a coffee
Ho lavorato un po’ = I’ve worked a bit

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Today's Italian words:
Che due palle! = What a pain in the ass (lit. what 2 balls)
Sei incazzato? = Are you pissed (off)?
Merda! = Shit!
Che cazzo! = What the f*ck!

Here you’ll find a list of the body parts in Italian that you really need to know. It’s everything you need for the pharmacy, everyday expressions and chats with Italians.

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Today's Italian words:
Le spalle = Shoulders
La schiena = Back
Dare una mano = To give a hand
Occhio! = Watch out!

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Today's Italian words:
Ghiaccio = Ice
Svegliare = To wake up
Aglio = Garlic
Cameriere = Waiter
Aereo = Plane

"Andare" is used all the time in Italian—it’s hard to speak to Italians without it! Learn its present, past, and future tenses for everyday conversations.

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Today's Italian words:
Vado = I go
Vai = You go
Va = S/he goes
Andiamo = We go
Andate = You plural go
Vanno = They go
Vado al pub = I’m going to the pub
Andiamo a Roma = We’re going to Rome

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Today's Italian words:
I capelli = Hair
Le mani = Hands
I piedi = Feet
Volare = To fly
Cantare = To sing

Learn essential Italian irregular verbs and how to use them in everyday conversations.

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Today's Italian words:
Ho un appuntamento = I have a meetup (literally: an appointment)
Cosa facciamo? = What shall we do?
Usciamo? = Shall we go out?
Vuoi stare a casa? = Do you want to stay at home?

How do you order pizza in Italian? These are the essential phrases for ordering pizza the real Italian way, plus some surprising cultural tips. Buon appetito!

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Today's Italian words:
Prendo = I’ll have
Vorrei = I would like
Prosciutto cotto = (cooked) ham
Olive = Olives
Funghi = Mushrooms
Carciofini = Artichokes
Una pizza senza glutine = A gluten-free pizza

Not sure how to use il, lo, la and other Italian definite articles? Don’t worry, here you’ll find everything you need to learn how to say “the” in Italian right.

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Today's Italian words:
Mi piace il jazz = I like jazz
Non mi piace il traffico = I don’t like traffic
Mi piace l’opera = I like opera
Mi piace l’italiano = I like Italian
Vorrei le tagliatelle = I’d like tagliatelle
Vorrei gli spaghetti = I’d like spaghetti

Learn how to use the Italian verb prendere for food, travel and common expressions. See its similarities to English and how to conjugate it in different tenses.

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Today's Italian words:
Prendo il treno = I take the train
Prendo un caffè = I have (lit. I take) a coffee
Hai preso tutto? = Have you taken everything?
Prendere freddo = Get cold

Learn to say “from" in Italian using da and di. You'll pick up useful conversation phrases and avoid the most common mistakes!

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Today's Italian words:
Parto da = I’m leaving from
Quanto ci vuole da qui? = How long does it take from here?
Lontano da = Far from
X chilometri da = X kilometers from
Diverso/a da = Different from
Da capo = From the start
Dal mio punto di vista = From my point of view
Da casa = From home
Da oggi in poi = From today onwards
Di dove sei? = Where are you from?

Learn the most useful ways to say thank you in Italian and how to pronounce them. It will really help you have warm and friendly conversations with Italians.

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Today's Italian words:
Grazie mille = Thank you very much
Grazie di cuore = My heartfelt thanks
Grazie di tutto = Thank you for everything
Grazie per il / la… = Thank for the…
Grazie, non dovevi = Thank you, you shouldn’t have
Grazie in anticipo = Thank you in advance