Everyone knows that soccer is the most popular sport in Italy. And not only Italy but also the world. I’m sure most people know about the Italian Serie A. And the most famous historical Italian teams, such as Juventus, Roma, Inter and AC Milan. But have you ever wondered why they say “Calcio” in Italian…
A person working, studying, or simply on vacation in Italy may have to spell a word in Italian sooner or later. Has this happened to you? For example, your first and last name. When booking a hotel, we communicate information over the phone. When doing paperwork at an office, we usually fill in some forms….
Gratitude is a universal attitude. And learning how to say thank you in Italian is an important step. Thanks: quick and simple The most straightforward way of expressing thanks is a simple grazie. Don’t feel that you have to take a long course. If your question is how to say thank you in Italian the simple way, that is the answer….
Learning different languages opens many doors. How do we share opinions, experiences, cultural traditions, and knowledge with others? Is it not by talking and writing? You probably already have your native tongue and English under your belt. But are wondering if it is wise to pursue a third. What are the benefits of learning a…
The ability to learn languages quickly increases the more languages you master. The “cumulative enhancement model of language acquisition” theory affirms it. And the statement is backed by a study performed between the University of Tokyo and MIT. Those who have been training their brains to learn languages and master several have an easier time…
When we listen to Italian for the first time, we are usually impressed with how musical it is. All the sentences seem to have a rhythm flowing through them. The raising and lowering tone of the voice gives it that distinctive feature. We quickly discover that the particular stress on vowels produces Italian musicality. And…
When we try to pack up a set of lessons with the label “Italian for children,” we encounter several challenges. First of all, a child’s attention span is shorter than an adult’s. And their background is also quite limited. But if we manage to engage them, we will convert them into devoted learners. Italian for…
How can we begin this post about the history of the Italian language? An introduction could be “a young language with a long history!” Stay with us to discover how the Italian language has evolved until becoming what we know today. History of the Italian language Between 3000 BC and 1000 BC, populations of Indo-European…
The intention behind your search for reasons to learn Italian may be to find encouragement. Why learn Italian when there are other languages you could spend your time on? We think this is an important question. And throughout this article, we will dive into the nitty-gritty about why Italian is a good choice. 1. Italian…
Have you ever wondered why “Italian” and “food” always seem to be in the same sentence? Some people say Italy, and others acquainted with the Italian culture say Eataly. Italians love to eat, they love to talk, and they love to talk about eating! Italian gatherings are usually around a table. It is not only…