Surely more than once you have heard Italians say “prego” and wondered why they use this word so much. Prego is a versatile word that has a few different meanings depending on the context. In general, it is used as a polite expression, similar to “please” in English. Background of the word prego The word…
When we compare bilingual and monolingual children, those exposed to bilingualism between the ages of 5 and 10 get better grades on exams. Learning a second language helps children be more attentive, avoid distractions and make better decisions. However, before we present ideas on how to help children learn a second language, we want to…
Speaking a second language opens the door to many personal and professional opportunities, which is why people who speak more than one language receive more and better job offers. It is also a fantastic opportunity to interact, learn and discover other cultures. The globalization of education, markets, and the world, in general, requires people to…
Many of us make New Year’s resolutions. So, what about focusing this year on language learning? Do you want to look over my shoulder at the three points I have jotted down? 1. Practice often! I may not have time to devote 3 – 4 continuous hours to learning a language. But I can have…
Italians are famous for their expressiveness in everything they do. From gestures when they speak to the food, art, and, of course, language. Here are 10 popular Italian phrases so you can use them in common situations with your friends or family. In bocca al lupo Italians often say this to wish good luck to…
You may be wondering why you have not seen Italy (World Cup 2022). The FIFA World Cup is an exciting date for all sports fans (and obviously for soccer fans). The best teams in the world come together to fight for a dream: to win the World Cup. However, one of the world’s most well-known…
Italy is not named after Rome because Rome is a city, and the country of Italy covers the entire peninsula. The city of Rome had an empire that extended beyond the boundaries of the peninsula. So, the identity of “Roman” had nothing to do with the Italian peninsula. On the other hand, the peninsula has…
Besides keeping us company, animals are the protagonists of many Italian sayings and proverbs. So, in this post, you will find the most famous of these Italian sayings. To make it easier, we have grouped the sayings we will present into three categories. In the first category, we include general sayings. The second category contains…
italki dominates the language tutoring space. The platform connects you with language teachers around the world for 1-on-1 lessons. You can practice many languages at italki (even dialects such as Sicilian or fictional languages such as Klingon). When we published this post, you could choose among +320 languages. Plus, there are thousands of teachers per…
Knowing about business etiquette in Italy can make a difference. So, if you aspire to make a business appointment with Italians or expand your knowledge about their culture, this post is for you. Cordiality is a trait that characterizes most Italians. They are also talkative, expressive, and very attached to the family environment. Business with…